Paediatric Community Nurse Full Time

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