Exciting Opportunity for Mental Health Nurses in Kildare!

Clarity are now recruiting for agency RPNs for day hospitals and acute care facilities based in Kildare

• Ad hoc shift cover in day services and acute care shifts
• Ongoing shifts available for suitable nurse
• Flexible on rostered days.
• Previous RPN experience in acute facilities in Ireland mandatory

Typical Responsibilities by Setting

Acute Care (Inpatient):

• Mental health assessments, daily monitoring of psychiatric symptoms
• Administering and managing psychotropic medications
• Crisis intervention and risk management in high-acuity scenarios

Day Services & Community Care:

• Facilitating recovery-oriented interventions
• Implementing personalised care plans and promoting community integration
• Encouraging patient autonomy through therapeutic friendship and support
• Mental health assessments, daily monitoring of psychiatric symptoms

Benefits of Working as an Agency Mental Health Nurse

Working through an agency brings several notable advantages:

Flexibility & Work - Life Balance

Choose the shifts that align with your life—whether it's weekends, nights, or ad-hoc blocks - giving you control and freedom .

Competitive Pay Rates

Agency roles typically offer higher hourly rates than permanent posts. Additional pay for unsocial hours (weekends, nights, holidays) adds further value .

Varied Clinical Exposure

Gain experience across acute care, outpatient/day services, community settings, and rehabilitation - broadening your clinical skill set and boosting career development .

Reduced Burnout & Higher Satisfaction

Enjoy patient-focused care, minimal administrative burden, and the flexibility to avoid stressful work environments—perfect for managing compassion fatigue .

Job Security & Networking

Consistent demand ensures stable employment opportunities. Plus, you'll build multidisciplinary relationships across different services and institutions .

Qualifications & Requirements

To thrive as a mental health agency nurse in Kildare, you’ll need:

• Active NMBI registration (RPN/RGN/RCN)
• At least 12 months’ experience in Irish mental health settings, particularly acute care
• Strong interpersonal skills, resilience, and adaptability to work across multiple disciplines and environments

Applying & Getting Started

• Register with Clarity Locums online or download our app today!
• You will be assigned a nursing recruiter who will discuss your application and preferences (acute vs day services, shift types, locations within Kildare and surrounding areas).
• Complete compliance checks (vetting, training, immunisations).
• Receive tailored shift offers, build a schedule aligned with your personal and professional goals.

Agency mental health nursing with Clarity Locums delivers a potent mix of flexibility, variety, and financial reward. Whether you're drawn to high-energy acute wards or the therapeutic richness of day services and community care, agency roles allow you to tailor your career journey. You'll make meaningful contributions to patient recovery, while nurturing your own well-being and professional growth.

Interested in exploring current shifts? Reach out to Máire.

Contact Máire