Staff Nurse Residential Detox

Opportunity for Staff Nurse – Residential Detox  

Job Title: Staff Nurse – Residential Detox  
Location: North County Dublin
Salary: 33,778 – 48,910

3Q Recruitment our seeking a Staff Nurse for our clients Residential Detox service located in North Dublin. The client is a national charity who are dedicated to tackling the challenges of homelessness, substance misuse and social disadvantage. Offering low-threshold entry services, mainly to younger people and vulnerable adults with complex needs.

The successful applicant will support individuals detoxing from substances such as methadone, through programs rooted in the 7 pillars of recovery, including horticulture, group therapy, acupuncture, and animal husbandry.
  
Key Roles and Responsibilities:

• Regularly meet with the Clinical Nurse Manager to discuss work progress.
• Assist in the daily operations of the project alongside the Clinical Nurse Manager.
• Lead the dispensing, storage, and documentation of medication following best practices.
• Maintain quality standards, participate in service evaluations and audits to enhance care quality and clinical effectiveness.
• Provide nursing care around the clock on a rotating schedule.
• Offer health education and promotion services to clients.
• Collaborate with the duty team to deliver nursing care per Residential Community Detox policies, ensuring key service objectives are met.
• Supervise participant behaviour consistently.
• Coordinate with staff to secure move-on accommodations for participants.
• Plan and organize recreational or group activities.
• Conduct regular key working sessions to guide clients in decision-making for recovery and future plans.
• As part of a multidisciplinary team, perform health assessments, develop and evaluate care plans, and offer direct nursing and social care to clients in crisis.
• Assist participants in creating Individual Personal Plans and setting long-term goals.
• Mediate disputes and foster cooperation among participants.
• Stay in touch with past participants to offer support and guidance for accessing services and accommodations.
• Prepare written reports for the Clinical Nurse Manager as needed.
• Record any incidents or accidents that occur.
• Review and update care and safety plans weekly, ensuring adjustments are made to meet clients’ holistic needs.

Essential Qualifications:

• Valid NMBI Pin is mandatory.
• Nursing qualifications, BSc in Psychiatric, General or Intellectual Disability.
• Experience working with clients detoxing from methadone within a similar environment.
• Outstanding communication skills and the ability to provide the highest level of respect, professionalism and service.
• Full-clean driving licence and car.  

What Our Client Offers:

• Core Professional Training and CPD.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Clear pathways for career advancement and growth.
• Death in Service Benefit.
• Cycle to Work Scheme and Tax Saver.

  Benefits of Working With 3Q Recruitment:

• Guidance on interview techniques and preparation.
• Assistance in enhancing your CV.
• Access to our referral program.
• A training bursary to support further education.

  
Take the Next Step in Your Career!
  
At 3Q Recruitment, we help guide nursing, radiography, and allied healthcare professionals towards fulfilling careers where they can truly make a difference. Join our community focused on growth, diversity, and delivering unparalleled patient care.
  
Ready to Embark on This Rewarding Journey? Click “Apply Now” below to submit your CV and take the next step in your career. For more information and a confidential discussion, please contact Suzanne at 01 878 3335.