We would like to invite applications for the following positions for Nurses in IWA@Home service;
Registered Nurse x 3
Blarney, Cork
IWA is committed to promoting, maintaining, and adding to our diverse and inclusive work environment
Day shift: Mon-Friday 8am -2pm, Saturday & Sunday 9am -2pm
Night shift: 10 pm - 8 am weekdays 10 pm - 9 am Saturday and Sunday
Responsible for the safe and effective delivery of nursing interventions for one specific service user availing of the service. Support IWA’s person-centred approach.
Ensure full and equal inclusion of people with physical disabilities. For the successful implementation of this role the nurse will need to establish and maintain good communication with Service User, with staff and with other services supports, internal and external to IWA. Close liaison with the Service Coordinator is essential.
Training, Experience and Qualifications required:
Professional Qualification in Nursing
Registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland on the division of the register appropriate to the role in IWA for which you will be employed
Provide a copy of your NMBI registration to your Line Manager each year.
Minimum of 2 years’ post registration clinical experience
Experience of delegating to and supervising non-nursing staff is desirable
Experience of working with people with disabilities is desirable
Experience of working as part of a multidisciplinary team
Experience of working autonomously, exercising independent clinical judgment and discretion
Knowledge and Skills
Strong communication, creativity, problem solving and decision-making skills
Excellent negotiation and influencing skills
An awareness and understanding of the needs of people with physical, sensory and communication difficulties would be an advantage
Behaviours
The ability to work under own initiative and as part of a team
Person centred approach
An ability to build strong relationships at all levels
Strong customer service focus
Flexible approach to work
High level of confidentiality
Competencies
Critical analysis & decision making
Communicating & influencing
Motivating, developing & empowering
Adaptability, drive & resilience
Accountability
Remuneration & Benefits
Hourly rates from €18.75 to €27.81, Depending on Experience
Excellent working conditions
Training & development opportunities
Holidays are calculated at 8% of hours worked.
Access to PRSA pension plan.
Employee Assistance Service
Bike to Work Scheme
The closing date for application all application is Tuesday 13th October 2026
Please note - ACADEMIC AND/OR PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS: - Documentary evidence of your relevant qualification(s) may/will be required in advance of or during the recruitment process.
Skills Required
- Professional qualification in Nursing
- Registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland on the appropriate division of the register
- Provide annual evidence of NMBI registration to the Line Manager
- Minimum of 2 years’ post-registration clinical experience
- Experience working as part of a multidisciplinary team
- Experience working autonomously and exercising independent clinical judgment and discretion
- Experience delegating to and supervising non-nursing staff
- Experience working with people with disabilities
- Awareness and understanding of the needs of people with physical, sensory, and communication difficulties
What We Do
The Irish Wheelchair Association (IWA) is a leading representative organization and charity in Ireland dedicated to supporting people with physical disabilities. Its mission is to drive positive change by influencing public policy, providing high-quality services—such as assisted living and parking permits—and enabling accessibility to all aspects of society, ensuring people with disabilities enjoy equal rights, choices, and opportunities.
