Dementia Advisor Nurse

TT Healthcare are currently recruiting a Dementia Advisor Nurse on behalf of a leading Dementia and Alzheimer's service. this post will cover the South Dublin area.

This is a full time permanent role working a 39 hour week.

The successful candidate will work a hybrid model allowing them to complete admin and paperwork from home when they are not out on the road visiting service users and their families.

Reporting to the National Coordinator, Dementia Advisor Service (NCDAS), the Dementia Advisor's primary responsibility is to be a point of contact on an outreach basis for people who are concerned about their cognitive health and/or have a diagnosis of dementia and for their families and friends, at all stages of their journey, from diagnosis through to end-of-life.

The role will involve the offer of practical assistance, support, advice, sharing information and signposting for people living with dementia and their family/carers, to appropriate services and supports, enabling them to take control of their own lives; Supporting the person and/or their families to navigate the health and social care system to ensure they receive the right support at the right time.

The successful candidate should have:

* A primary degree or equivalent in a relevant health or social care area.

* A demonstrated knowledge and an understanding of dementia and related issues

* Excellent knowledge and skills in working with people with dementia

* Knowledge about dementia and its effect on the lives of those diagnosed.

* The successful candidate should also have experience in the community care sector be able to demonstrate commitment to continuing professional development. Awareness of the legal aspects of working with vulnerable adults, Enduring Power of Attorney, Ward of Court and the Assisted Decision-making capacity legislation is desirable.

You will need a strong client focus as well as excellent communication and interpersonal and leadership skills, with a commitment to providing a quality service. You should hold a full clean driving license as the role will involve travel. Salary will be commensurate with the care sector, and dependent on relevant experience. This role is dependent on NDO/HSE funding.

Benefits:

* Competitive Salary

* No weekends and no night shifts.

* Sick pay scheme

* Pension scheme - 8% contribution

* Life assurance scheme

* Employee discount scheme

* Further Education

* Career progression opportunities

* 27 days of annual leave per year and two discretionary days - Good Friday and Christmas Eve increasing to 30 days per annum over time.

* Free parking

* Rewarding working environment

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