Training & Support
Grow With Us. Deliver Outstanding Care.
Training at Obsidian Homecare goes beyond compliance. We equip every nurse, carer, and support worker with the skills and confidence to deliver safe, specialist, and person-centred complex care. From tracheostomy management to behavioural support, our programmes are designed to build expertise step by step — backed by mentorship, clinical supervision, and 24/7 support.
Whether you’re an experienced professional or developing your career, we provide the tools, training, and guidance to help you thrive — while ensuring every client receives the highest standard of care.
What We Expect – Premium Standards
We work only with Ireland’s top-tier care professionals.
Our teams are made up of nurses, healthcare assistants, and specialist support staff who bring both compassion and proven clinical competence. Every professional must be fully qualified — from NMBI-registered nurses to QQI Level 5 HCAs — and trained in specialist areas such as tracheostomy, ventilator care, PEG feeding, seizure protocols, and behaviours of concern.
By maintaining premium standards, we ensure that everyone who joins Obsidian Homecare is equipped to deliver safe, consistent, and world-class complex care.
For Healthcare Assistants (HCAs)
HCAs are essential to making complex care work in the home. You’ll provide day-to-day support and assist with clinical care under nurse supervision. We look for HCAs who are:
✓ Qualified with a QQI Level 5 Major Award in Healthcare Support
✓ Skilled in personal care, mobility, nutrition, and daily routines
✓ Trained or willing to train in PEG support, seizure monitoring, and medication assistance (under nurse direction)
✓ Confident in working 1:1 or 2:1 in high-dependency packages
For Specialist Support Staff
Specialist support staff play a key role in intellectual disability, autism, and mental health care packages. You’ll deliver structured behavioural support, encourage independence, and promote social inclusion. We look for staff who are:
✓ Experienced in autism, intellectual disability, or mental health support
✓ Skilled in Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) strategies and behaviours of concern
✓ Confident in communication, social participation, and emotional wellbeing
✓ Able to work alongside nurses and HCAs in dual-diagnosis or high-support environments
For Nurses
As a nurse with Obsidian Homecare, you’ll be at the centre of every complex care package. You’ll deliver advanced clinical interventions and provide leadership for the care team. We look for nurses who are:
✓ Registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland (NMBI)
✓ Confident in tracheostomy, ventilation, PEG feeding, seizure protocols, and complex medication management
✓ Experienced in paediatric, adult, or high-dependency nursing
✓ Comfortable leading care plans, supervising HCAs, and working with families
“Working with Obsidian Homecare means being part of a team that goes beyond the basics. Every placement is nurse-led, fully supported, and built to the highest safety standards — so you can focus on delivering complex care with confidence.”
— Obsidian Homecare
Bespoke Onboarding & Client Matching
Setting You Up for Success from Day One
Every new placement begins with a tailored onboarding process designed around the client’s specific needs. We make sure you’re fully prepared and supported through:
✓ Nurse-led clinical briefings & handovers before care begins
✓ Full care plan reviews to understand routines, risks, and expectations
✓ Buddy shifts or shadowing (where needed) for smooth, confident transitions into new homes
✓ Dedicated support from your Care Coordinator for ongoing guidance
✓ Clear communication pathways so you always know who to contact and what to expect
Complex Care Expertise
Specialist Training & Support for Every Role
At Obsidian Homecare, we make sure every nurse, carer, and support worker is fully prepared to deliver safe, professional complex care. You’ll receive structured training, regular upskilling, and ongoing clinical supervision so you feel confident in every placement.
For Nurses
You’ll be supported to maintain and expand your competencies in:
✓ Tracheostomy & ventilator care (for ITU/HDU-experienced nurses)
✓ PEG/NG feeding and complex medication management
✓ Seizure protocols & epilepsy management
✓ Catheter and stoma care
✓ Paediatric complex care, including technology dependence
✓ Clinical governance & leadership of care teams
For Carers & Support Staff
You’ll be trained and supported to work safely under nurse supervision, with development in:
✓ Personal care, mobility, and nutritional support
✓ Assisting with PEG feeding and seizure protocols (where appropriate)
✓ Dementia, autism, intellectual disabilities, and behaviours of concern
✓ Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) and behavioural strategies
✓ Building confidence in high-dependency care environments
Ongoing Support & Clinical Oversight
You Deliver, We Support
You focus on providing outstanding care — we make sure you’re never on your own. From daily logistics to clinical back-up, we’re here every step of the way. Support includes:
✓ Dedicated Care Coordinator — your go-to for rostering, queries, and day-to-day needs
✓ Access to our in-house clinical team — nurse managers available for guidance and oversight
✓ 24/7 phone support — for emergencies, advice, or urgent issues on shift
✓ Scheduled wellbeing check-ins — because your safety and mental health matter too
✓ Peer support & team forums — connect, share, and learn with others in the Obsidian team
Investing in Your Ambition
Your Growth is Our Priority
Obsidian Homecare is committed to helping every team member reach their full potential in complex care. Whether you want to develop advanced clinical skills, gain new qualifications, or step into leadership, we provide the support and pathways to get you there.
We do this by:
✓ Connecting you with training and QQI providers to build specialist expertise
✓ Offering flexible schedules so further study and work can go hand in hand
✓ Providing mentoring and leadership pathways guided by experienced nurses
✓ Promoting from within — recognising skill, dedication, and compassion in complex care