Assistant Director of Nursing

Agape Global; Cork; On-site; EUR 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Agape Global is looking for an Assistant Director of Nursing for a reputable nursing home in Cork, Ireland. The role requires strong leadership and communication skills, with responsibilities including managing clinical operations, preparing schedules, and ensuring compliance with regulations. Candidates should possess a third-level qualification in management, be a Registered General Nurse, and have at least 7 years of post-registration experience. This position promotes a culture of quality assurance and continuous professional development.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years’ experience nursing older persons in the last 6 years.
• 7 years post-registration experience required.
• In-depth knowledge of regulatory requirements for residential care.
• Commitment to continuous improvement and learning.

Responsibilities

• Assist with hiring and training nurses.
• Manage clinical operations and develop care plans.
• Prepare daily schedules and plan shifts.
• Ensure compliance with departmental procedures.
• Conduct patient rounds and address complaints.

Skills

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Ability to manage workload

Relationship-building

Change management

Education

Third-level qualification in management

Registered General Nurse

Job description

We have a fantastic opening for an Assistant Director of Nursing at a reputable Nursing Home in the Corkarea! Are you a Nurse that is passionat e 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’ 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