Nurse - Homeless Services
If you want to make a real impact on the lives of others join Galway Simon Community where we work towards eliminating homelessness through advocacy, education and campaigning in line with our values of compassion, community and collaboration.
We are looking for compassionate and motivated people who are ready to make a difference!
Contract Details Permanent Contract, Part-Time 22.5 hours per week
Location Galway
Salary HSE Clinical Nurse Manager 1 salary scale 01/03/2025 €56,081-€66,529 (pro-rata)
Benefits
25 Days Annual Leave (pro-rata)
Employee Pension Scheme
Employee Pension Scheme
Employee Assistance Program
Occupational Sick Leave Policy
Bike to Work Scheme
Education Assistance Program
Death in Service benefit – 2 times basic annual salary
Job Summary
The successful candidate appointed to this position will work within Homeless Services; working as part of multi-disciplinary team, delivering a coordinated approach to client care and coordinating services for particular cases as required. They will play a key role within the Housing First Team, working to ensure that very vulnerable clients can access the Health Supports that they need.
Key Responsibilities
Professional
Practice Nursing according to the Code of Professional Conduct as laid down by An Bord Altranais agus Cnáimhseachais na hÉireann (Nursing Midwifery Board Ireland) and Professional Clinical Guidelines.
Comply with national, regional and local Health Service Executive (HSE) guidelines, policies, protocols and legislation.
Work within the scope of practice and take measures to develop and maintain the competence necessary for professional practice.
Maintain a high standard of professional behaviour and be accountable for his or her practice.
Be aware of ethical policies and procedures which pertain to the area of practice.
Respect and maintain the privacy, dignity and confidentiality of the client.
Follow appropriate lines of authority within the HSE and Galway Simon Community Nurse Management structure
Clinical Practice
Fulfil statutory obligations within the legislation, HSE and Galway Simon Community policies as appropriate to the role.
Promote the health, welfare and social wellbeing of all clients.
Manage a caseload as appropriate and evaluate and develop services within this caseload through a population health approach
Facilitate Nurse led clinics within homeless services (as dictated by client needs), Advocate on behalf of clients to ensure they obtain a GP and Medical Card.
Discharge planning once a client is hospitalised, working with the multi-disciplinary team and follow-up post discharge.
Nursing assessments for clients for Fair Deal funding (Nursing Home) and Home-help services.
Provide education and information to the clients, as required and be an advocate for the individual client.
Organise and participate in clinical team meetings, case conferences, homeless action team meetings and strategy meetings, as required
Promote a positive health concept with clients and colleagues.
Contribute to the health promotion and disease prevention initiatives of the Health Service Executive
Education, Training & Development
Take responsibility for own learning and development needs and actively contribute to the learning and development of those they work with
Develop and use reflective practice techniques to inform and guide practice
Participate in the clinical/workplace induction of new nursing and support staff
Contribute to the identification of training needs pertinent to the clinical area
Identify and contribute to the continual enhancement of learning opportunities within a population health framework
Participate in regular performance/clinical reviews with the line manager
Health & Safety
Comply with current legal requirements for the safe administration and storage of medicines.
Comply with safety risk management procedures and participate in their development in conjunction with relevant staff and in compliance with statutory obligations.
Observe, report and take appropriate action on any matter which may be detrimental to client care or well-being or inhibit the efficient operation of an assignment.
Be aware of the principles of risk management and be individually responsible for risk management issues in their area of work.
Work in a manner to minimise risk with particular reference to domiciliary visits and lone
Administration
Ensure that records are safeguarded and managed as per HSE/local policy and in accordance with relevant legislation
Act as an information source to colleagues within community health organisation and the acute hospital framework.
Maintain records and submit activity data/furnish appropriate reports as required
Contribute to policy development, performance monitoring, business planning and budgetary control
Maintain professional standards with regard to patient and data confidentiality
Contribute to the development and implementation of information sharing protocols, audit systems, referral pathways, individual care plans and shared care arrangements
Contribute to ongoing monitoring, audit and evaluation of the service as appropriate
Accurately record and report all complaints to appropriate personnel according to local service policy
This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of responsibilities.
Requirements
Candidates must be Registered by An Bord Altranais agus Cnáimhseachais na hÉireann (Nursing Midwifery Board Ireland) or be so entitled to be registered as a RGN and/or PHN.
Demonstrate a high-level of knowledge and experience to carry out the duties and responsibilities of the role
Valid, full driver’s licence; access to own vehicle and ability to obtain insurance for business use (cost covered by organisation)
Desirable
Closing date 19/07/2026
Galway Simon Community is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.
