Clinical Nurse Manager 1- Part Time

Enabling people with an intellectual disability to have full and meaningful lives through quality person centred services in partnership with families"

The Organisation :

Cheeverstown is a voluntary organisation, regulated by the Health Information & Quality Authority (HIQA).

We provide a wide range of person centered services including residential, respite and day services to almost 400 children and adults with an intellectual disability in the south Dublin area.

Purpose of the Post :

The primary role of the CNM1 is to effectively lead and manage a team of health and social care professionals to ensure delivery of the highest quality residential service. This is a permanent, part time (18.75hr) contract. Shift pattern includes a minimum of 4 days per week, mixture of long and short days.

In line with the strategic priorities and values of Cheeverstown, the Service User is placed at the center of our circle of supports. Therefore, flexibility in your working location is required in order to best support Service Users to achieve their individual desired goals and live full and meaningful lives.

Placement is across all areas of Cheeverstown Campus as well as our services in the South Dublin & Kildare area. Applicants must be agreeable to support the transition of campus-based residents to supported living in the community.

Person specification :

• Applications are invited from candidates who are currently registered with Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland in the RNID Division, with a minimum of 3 years' post registration experience, preferably in Intellectual Disability
• Applications from other nurses registered with Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland will also be considered
• Previous management experience and a recognised Qualification in management
• Have the clinical and administrative capacity to properly discharge the functions of the role.
• Candidates will possess a high level of communication skills and strong command of English language (both verbally and written)
• A flexible approach to hours to meet the needs of the service is essential, roster requirements include days, sleep over, nights and weekends
• Flexible, responsive to a person-centered approach and the individual needs and abilities of the person
• Candidates should be proficient in I.T.
• Knowledge of the current HIQA Standards and Health Act Regulations 2013
• One years' experience supporting people with an intellectual disability is desirable.
• Full driver's license and access to use of own car.
• Ability to lead a team

Other requirements specific to the post :

Please note :  All job offers are subject to two successful references, ongoing Garda Vetting, relevant qualifications and a satisfactory pre-employment medical. Salary is in accordance with HSE consolidated pay scales, depending on qualifications and experience.