Registered Psychiatric Nurse, General Nurse with psychiatric experience

Ensure the safe custody, accurate recording, and administration of medications in accordance with established policies, while meeting the physical, psychological, sociocultural, spiritual, and vocational needs of patients/residents.

Practise nursing in accordance with the professional code of practice as set out by An Bord Altranais/NMBI, and in line with the organisation’s policies and procedures.

Plan, implement, and evaluate individualised patient care programmes within the agreed framework of professional practice.

Adopt a collaborative approach to patient care by coordinating care and interventions with members of the multidisciplinary team.

Participate in clinical induction, teaching, and education programmes for support staff.

Maintain appropriate, accurate, and up\-to\-date records relating to patient care.

Adhere to established lines of authority within the nursing management structure.

Assume management responsibility for the unit in the absence of the Clinical Nurse Manager.

Participate as an effective team member in all aspects of patient care and delegate duties appropriately.

Demonstrate a high level of motivation and take responsibility for ongoing professional development.

Maintain positive interpersonal relationships with patients, families, visitors, and colleagues.

Act as an advocate for patients and their families, ensuring they are appropriately informed, supported, and counselled regarding care needs.

Contribute to the setting of professional standards and participate in auditing and evaluating the effectiveness of care delivery.

Cooperate with nursing and support staff rostering to ensure the optimal use of nursing resources.

Be an NMBI\-registered Psychiatric Nurse, or a General Nurse with mandatory psychiatric experience.

Possess post\-registration nursing experience in adult mental health services, mental health rehabilitation services, or community\-based mental health services (mandatory).

Have established clinical experience in mental health rehabilitation and in supporting individuals with serious and enduring mental health conditions.

Demonstrate the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities, including a high standard of clinical, managerial, and administrative competence.

Possess a strong working knowledge of Mental Health Commission requirements and standards.

Demonstrate clinical experience of working within a multidisciplinary team and a strong understanding of the principles and operation of clinical governance.

Demonstrate the ability to lead, teach, manage, and participate in the practice education of student nurses and healthcare staff, and to actively promote teaching, training, and support for others as appropriate.

Have a sound knowledge of health and safety legislation and other statutory regulations affecting healthcare organisations.

Provide evidence of ongoing continuing professional development (CPD).

Competitive salary, commensurate with experience and qualifications

Fixed roster patterns, supporting work–life balance

Enhanced shift premiums, including:

• 25% premium for night duty
  




• Double time for Sundays and bank holidays
  

Contributory pension scheme

Career development and progression opportunities

Comprehensive training and induction programmes

Further education and study supports

Access to an on\-site library and research facility

Employee Wellbeing Programme, supporting physical and mental health

Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)