Paediatric Nurse

Job Description

We are currently seeking Paediatric Nurses or Registered General Nurses with paediatric experience for a homecare nursing package based in Dublin. Location: Dublin Hours available: 5 × 8-hour night shifts per week (40 hours across the package) Availability: Monday–Friday; applicants may apply for part of the weekly rota Employment: Part-time or full-time, subject to agreed rota Reporting/support: Nurse-led team with local clinical management support Five regular 8-hour night shifts are available each week in Dublin. We welcome applications from Paediatric Nurses and Registered General Nurses with relevant paediatric experience, including nurses who can commit to two or more consistent shifts rather than the full rota. Hourly Night Rates Monday–Saturday: €35 per hour Sunday: €50 per hour Bank Holidays: €70 per hour

Responsibilities

• You will provide safe, high-quality, one-to-one nursing care in a homecare setting, supporting comfort, development, dignity and the established care routine.
• The successful nurse will provide nursing support in the home environment and may be involved in:
• Seizure Management
• Care of the VP shunt
• Neurological care/observation
• Enteral feeding (NG)
• Symptom Management (Cerebral irritability/Dystonia)
• Ongoing clinical observation and escalation
• Accurate care records and handover
• Working to the individualised care plan
• Liaising with family members, the clinical team and relevant health professionals

Requirements

• Current NMBI registration as an RCN or RGN
• Paediatric nursing experience, or strong general nursing experience with paediatric exposure
• Experience with complex-care interventions is desirable
• Sound medication-management practice and clinical judgement
• Strong communication, reliability and a child- and family-centred approach
• Legal right to work in Ireland; sponsorship is not available

Benefits

• A consistent homecare package and predictable night rota
• Paid induction and package-specific shadowing
• Competency assessment before independent practice
• One-to-one care in a calm home environment
• 24/7 on-call and escalation support
• Ongoing clinical support, governance and training
• The opportunity to make a meaningful difference to a child and family
• Interested in Applying?
• Interested in two, three, four or five shifts? Apply today and let us know which regular nights suit your availability.

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