Assistant Director of Nursing

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

Job summary

Agape Global is seeking an experienced Assistant Director of Nursing for a reputable Nursing Home in Kilkenny, Ireland. The successful candidate will manage clinical operations, assist with hiring and training nursing staff, and develop care plans.

Applicants should possess a third-level qualification in management, be a Registered General Nurse, and have at least 7 years of post-registration experience. Excellent leadership and communication skills are essential for this role.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Assist with hiring and training nursing staff.
• Manage clinical operations and develop care plans.
• Prepare daily schedules and plan shifts.
• Conduct patient rounds and address complaints.
• Evaluate department performance and recommend improvements.

Skills

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Ability to manage workload

Change management

Education

Third-level qualification in management

Registered General Nurse

Job description

Kilkenny, Ireland | Posted on 03/27/2026

We have a fantastic opening for an Assistant Director of Nursing at a reputable Nursing Home in the Kilkenny area! 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