Assistant Director of Nursing

recruitNet; Galway; On-site; EUR 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and benefits

Generous annual leave

Pension with Irish Life

Healthcare benefits

Work-life balance

Career progression

Management training & mentorship

Job summary

The hospital in Galway, Ireland is seeking an Assistant Director of Nursing on a 1-year fixed-term contract (37.5 hours per week). The role provides senior nursing leadership, clinical governance, and strategic management across the nursing team.

Applicants must be registered with NMBI, have 7+ years post-registration experience, and a track record in nursing leadership at CNM3 level or above. A management qualification and IT literacy are preferred.

Qualifications

• Registered with the NMBI General Division.
• Minimum 7 years post-registration nursing experience.
• Proven track record in nursing management at CNM3 level or above.
• Strong clinical, leadership, managerial, and administrative competencies for a senior nursing role.
• Experience implementing service improvements and driving change.
• Experience in multidisciplinary environments.
• Knowledge of nursing management principles and practices.

Responsibilities

• Provide strong professional and clinical leadership within the nursing team.
• Deliver safe, comprehensive, and person-centred nursing care per NMBI standards.
• Monitor, manage, and evaluate clinical standards using evidence-based care planning.
• Manage an individual caseload.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and maintain effective communication.

Skills

Leadership

Clinical leadership

Multidisciplinary collaboration

Communication

IT literacy

Education

NMBI General Division Registration

CNM3 level management qualification

Tools

Computer literacy

Job description

We are hiring an Assistant Director of Nursing for a hospital in Galway, Ireland , on a 1-Year Fixed-Term Contract .(37.5 Hours Per Week)

Our client is committed to delivering exceptional patient care in an environment where quality, respect, caring, and compassion are at the heart of everything we do.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Provide strong professional and clinical leadership within the nursing team

Deliver safe, comprehensive, and person-centred nursing care in accordance with NMBI standards and guidelines

Monitor, manage, and evaluate clinical and professional standards using an evidence-based approach to care planning

Manage an individual caseload effectively in line with the requirements and needs of the role

Work collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team, maintaining effective communication and cooperation with colleagues

Requirements

Be registered in the General Division of the Register of Nurses maintained by the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland (NMBI)

Have a minimum of 7 years’ post-registration nursing experience

Demonstrate a proven track record in nursing management at CNM3 level or above

Demonstrate strong clinical, leadership, managerial, and administrative competencies required for a senior nursing leadership role

Have proven experience in implementing service improvements and driving positive change

Have experience working effectively within a multidisciplinary and multi-professional environment

Possess extensive knowledge and experience of nursing management principles and practices

Ideally hold, or be currently pursuing, a relevant management or leadership qualification

Demonstrate basic computer literacy and proficiency in relevant IT systems

Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package

Generous annual leave

Retirement pension with Irish Life

Discounted healthcare benefits

Attractive working hours and support for work-life balance

Career progression and leadership development opportunities

Access to management training, coaching and mentorship