Clarity Locums are currently recruiting Registered Psychiatric Nurses (RPNs) for agency work in a Child and Adolescent Mental Health Inpatient Unit in the Cork area.
Benefits of Working with Clarity Locums
Tier 1 Agency
Mix of day, evening and night shifts available
Flexible shifts to suit your availability
Referral Bonus of €250
Sign-on Bonus of €100
FREE Uniform
PAID NMBI Registration
“Agency Nurse of the Month” Bonus €100
FREE Garda vetting
Easy-to-use smartphone app
Booking platform open 24 hours a day
Holiday / Public Holiday pay / Sick pay
HSE Approved Agency
Dedicated allocated consultant
FREE CPI training with Clarity Locums
Opportunity to earn excellent rates
Duties
Providing high-quality, person-centred mental health nursing care to children and adolescents in an inpatient setting
Assessing and monitoring young patients' mental, emotional, physical and psychological health and wellbeing
Carrying out comprehensive mental health assessments and monitoring changes in patients' presentations
Recognising and responding appropriately to signs of emotional distress, behavioural challenges and mental health crises
Administering medications and treatments safely and effectively in accordance with best practice
Supporting children and adolescents with individualised care plans, therapeutic interventions and recovery-focused care
Promoting patient safety, dignity, independence, emotional wellbeing and a supportive therapeutic environment
Providing nursing care to young patients experiencing a range of complex mental health conditions
Supporting young patients with emotional regulation, coping strategies and positive behavioural interventions
Liaising with psychiatrists, psychologists, families, guardians, healthcare professionals and the wider multidisciplinary team
Maintaining accurate and up-to-date nursing documentation, risk assessments and individualised care plans
Ensuring compliance with relevant hospital policies, safeguarding procedures, clinical guidelines and patient safety standards
Working effectively as part of the nursing and multidisciplinary team across day, evening and night shifts
Requirements
Bachelor's Degree in Psychiatric Nursing and active registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland (NMBI)
Previous experience in a child and adolescent mental health inpatient unit or CAMHS setting is desirable
Experience caring for children and adolescents with complex mental health needs is an advantage
Strong mental health assessment, risk assessment and clinical decision-making skills
Experience recognising and responding to mental health crises, emotional distress and challenging behaviours
Knowledge of safeguarding, child protection procedures and trauma-informed care
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, particularly when working with children, adolescents and their families
A compassionate, professional and person-centred approach to mental health nursing care
Ability to work independently and effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team
Flexibility to work a mix of day, evening and night shifts
Eligible to work in Ireland
Registered with Clarity Locums (or willing to register)
Apply Today!
Join Clarity Locums, now a Tier 1 Agency, and enjoy flexible agency nursing opportunities while making a positive difference in the lives of children and adolescents receiving inpatient mental health care throughout Cork.
I specialise in recruiting Agency Nurses. To discuss more nursing opportunities with Clarity Locums, please contact me confidentially on:
Michelle Duane
Phone: 086 170 7221
Email: michelleduane@claritylocums.com
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