Staff Nurse – Intellectual Disability (Altra Foirne — Míchumas Intleachtúil) Disability Services HSE South West (FSS an Iardheiscirt) in Ireland
- Salary
- €38,166–€56,592 / year
- Contract
- Temporary
- Sector
- Public
- Closes
- 16 Oct 2026
About the Role
Staff Nurse – Intellectual Disability (Altra Foirne — Míchumas Intleachtúil) Disability Services HSE South West (FSS an Iardheiscirt)
The role of the Staff Nurse Intellectual Disability (ID) is to provide holistic, person-centred nursing care, promoting optimum independence and enhancing the quality of life for service users with intellectual, physical or sensory disability in all aspects of daily living.
The staff Nurse ID may be expected to take responsibility for a unit or community facility in the absence of the Clinical Nurse Manager. The Staff Nurse (ID) must practice in accordance with the Code of Professional Conduct as set out by the Nursing & Midwifery Board of Ireland (NMBI) and within the policies, guidelines, protocols of the units / settings in which they are employed.
Requirements
Skills and attributes:
Professional Knowledge & Experience
Commitment to Providing a Quality Service
Communication and Interpersonal Skills
Building and Maintaining Relationships (including Team Skills and Leadership Potential)
Analysis Problem Solving and Decision Making Skills
Planning and Organising Skills
Details
Location: Cork and Kerry
Salary: €38,166–€56,592 per year
Closing date: 16 Oct 2026
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How to Apply
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Documents & Campaign Information
Frequently asked
- What are the key responsibilities of the Staff Nurse – Intellectual Disability role?
- The key responsibilities include providing holistic, person-centred nursing care, promoting optimum independence, and enhancing the quality of life for service users with intellectual, physical, or sensory disabilities. The role may also involve taking responsibility for a unit or community facility in the absence of the Clinical Nurse Manager.
- What skills and attributes are required for this role?
- Required skills and attributes include professional knowledge and experience, commitment to providing a quality service, communication and interpersonal skills, building and maintaining relationships, analysis problem-solving and decision-making skills, and planning and organizing skills.
- Where is this role located?
- This role is located in Cork and Kerry.
- What is the salary range for this role?
- The salary range is €38,166–€56,592 per year.
- When is the closing date for applications?
- The closing date for applications is 16 Oct 2026.