Job Description

Clarity are currently recruiting for a paediatric community nurse based in Dublin West

Responsibilities include

• Provide nursing care to a child
• Gastrostomy tube feeds via feeding pump
• Competent in all tracheostomy care, changing of ties, suctioning and changing tube in an emergency situation
• Management and administration of nebs and suctioning
• Monitoring for signs and symptoms of respiratory distress
• Pressure area care
• Medication Management
• Seizure management
• Care of a child with a disability
• Manage enteral feeding and medication
• Assist with activities of daily living (ADLs)
• Manage seizures
• Provide play and family support
• Provide excellent evidence-based nursing care, implementing all aspects of care plans based on the needs identified.
• Prioritise the needs and comfort of the client.
• Promote abilities, independence, and safeguard the client’s interests at all times
• Work closely in partnership with family members and the clinical team
• Communicate effectively with the client, family, clinical team, and MDT, reporting on the client’s clinical needs as required.
• Maintain accurate and professional clinical note

The ideal candidate will have:

• RGN/RCN qualified
• NMBI registered
• Must have a full drivers license and car
• Previous experience in home care is an advantage

For more information contact Laura on laura.mulchrone@clarityrecruitment.ie