RecruitNet International Ltd is specializing in relocating qualified professionals throughout Ireland and overseas, We are currently recruiting Paediatric Nurse -Home Support for a 16 year old girl residing in the Gormanston area in Co. Meath . This child moved to Ireland from Ukraine in February of this year. She has a diagnosis of cerebral palsy, spastic tetraplegia, epilepsy, tracheostomy, gastrostomy feeds. This child requires full nursing care, is non mobile and nonverbal. This package consists of nursing (RCN/RGN/RNID) for 7 x 8 hour nights and 3 x 8 hour midweek days (total of 80 hours per week) Responsibilities 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 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 always 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 Requirements Current registration on the live register of NMBI RGN/RCN trained Paediatric nursing experience is desirable Previous experience in home care is an advantage, full training and support provided Benefits Competitive salary (€30/hr) Flexible working hours Supportive team environment