Assistant Director of Nursing

Agape Global; Ballyragget; On-site; EUR 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable Nursing Home in Kilkenny is looking for an experienced Assistant Director of Nursing to lead clinical operations and manage a team of nurses. The ideal candidate should have at least 7 years of post-registration nursing experience along with substantial management experience. Responsibilities include hiring and training staff, managing care plans, and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements. Flexible working hours are required. This is an excellent opportunity for someone passionate about making a difference in people's lives.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years' management experience in nursing older persons in the last 6 years.
• Minimum 7 years' post-registration experience.
• In-depth knowledge of regulatory requirements for residential care centres.

Responsibilities

• Assist with hiring and training nurses.
• Manage clinical operations and develop care plans.
• Prepare daily schedule and plan shifts.
• Ensure nursing staff follow procedures.
• Conduct patient rounds and address complaints.

Skills

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Ability to manage workloads

Relationship building

Knowledge of regulatory requirements

Education

Third-level qualification in management

Job description

Ballyragget, Ireland | Posted on 02/20/2026

We have a fantastic opening for a Assistant Director of Nursing at a reputable Nursing Home in the Kilkenny county! Are you a nurse that is passionate about making a difference in people’s lives? Do you have excellent leadership and communication skills?

• Assist with hiring, training nurses and monitor nurses.
• Managing clinical operations and developing care plans.
• Preparing the daily schedule and planning shifts.
• Ensuring nursing staff follows departmental procedures and policies.
• Assisting in budget preparation and expense management.
• Conducting patient rounds and addressing complaints.
• Evaluating the performance of the department and recommending improvements.
• Scheduling staff meetings for patient updates, issues, and recommendations.

Requirements

• Have not less than 3 years’ management experience of nursing older persons in the last 6 years.
• Have a minimum of 7 years post-registration experience.
• Have in-depth knowledge of regulatory requirements and regulatory inspection activity as they pertain to residential care centres.
• Hold a third-level qualification in management.
• Have the ability to manage one’s own workload effectively while responding flexibly to new demands at short notice.
• Demonstrate an ability to embrace change and be committed to continuous improvement and learning throughout the residential care home.
• Have the skill to influence others, build constructive relationships and achieve outcomes.
• Promote an ethos and culture of quality assurance within the clinical area, identifying and establishing benchmarks and KPIs in consultation with the Director of Nursing.
• Be a Registered General Nurse.
• Be available to work flexible hours when required.
• Continuous professional development and training.