NURSE - HOMELESS SERVICES

If you want to make a real impact on the lives of others join Galway Simon Community where we work towards eliminating homelessness through advocacy, education and campaigning in line with our values of compassion, community and collaboration.
Contract Details Part-time Permanent Contract 22.5 hours per week
Location Galway
Salary HSE Clinical Nurse Manager 1 salary scale 01/03/2023, €51,933 – €61,160

JOB SUMMARY

The successful candidate appointed to this position will work within Homeless Services; working as part of multi-disciplinary team, delivering a coordinated approach to client care and co-ordinating services for particular cases as required. They will play a key role within the Housing First Team, working to ensure that very vulnerable clients can access the Health Supports that they need.
They will develop working relationships with Primary Care Services throughout the Region to foster improved access by the target group to health supports.

EDUCATION, TRAINING & DEVELOPMENT

• Take responsibility for own learning and development needs and actively contribute to the learning and development of those they work with
• Develop and use reflective practice techniques to inform and guide practice
• Participate in the clinical/workplace induction of new nursing and support staff
• Contribute to the identification of training needs pertinent to the clinical area
• Identify and contribute to the continual enhancement of learning opportunities within a population health framework
• Participate in regular performance/clinical reviews with the line manager
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  This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of responsibilities.

ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS

• Candidates must be Registered by An Bord Altranais agus Cnáimhseachais na hÉireann (Nursing Midwifery Board Ireland) or be so entitled to be registered as a RGN and/or PHN.
• Demonstrate a high-level of knowledge and experience to carry out the duties and responsibilities of the role
• Display evidence-based clinical knowledge in making decisions regarding client care
• Demonstrate insight into addiction issues and awareness of homeless strategies/social inclusion issues.
• Demonstrate an awareness of the Primary Care Strategy and key developments within the Primary Care service
• Valid, full driver’s licence; access to own vehicle and ability to obtain insurance for business use (cost covered by organisation)