Assistant Director of Nursing

Advent Solutions; Limerick; On-site; EUR 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading nursing home in County Limerick is seeking an Assistant Director of Nursing. The role involves supporting the Director of Nursing, ensuring high standards of care, and managing staff. Applicants should have significant experience in a nursing home setting and a comprehensive understanding of HIQA standards. This full-time position offers competitive pay and bonuses.

Qualifications

• 3 years post-registration experience in a nursing home environment in the last 6 years.
• Good people skills.
• Thorough knowledge of HIQA standards and regulations.
• Excellent interpersonal & communication skills.
• Computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Undertake the role of Person-in-Charge in the absence of the Director of Nursing.
• Ensure standards of hygiene and food safety are maintained.
• Liaise with senior managers on housekeeping and food safety standards.
• Participate in clinical management and provide care to residents.
• Coordinate the quality and safety system, including clinical risk management.
• Participate in coaching and appraisal of staff.
• Coordinate staff rosters in conjunction with senior management.
• Lead a professional and dedicated team.
• Participate in developing policies and standards.

Skills

Nurse Manager

Nursing Home

Disability

Job description

Overview

Assistant Director of Nursing wanted for an established Nursing Home in County Limerick.

This is an exciting opportunity to play a crucial part in a dynamic and forward-thinking company with strong support.

Applicants from an experienced Senior Nurse, Clinical Nurse Manager and ADON are accepted for this nursing home. Competitive renumeration and a bonus for the right candidate.

Responsibilities

• In the absence of the Director of Nursing, undertake the role and responsibilities of the Person-in-Charge in line with the Health Act 2007, related regulations and HIQA standards.
• Ensure that overall standards of hygiene and food safety are maintained at the highest level possible.
• Liaise with other senior managers in the delivery of housekeeping standards; food safety, quality and choice; maintenance standards; and administration efficiency.
• Participate in clinical management within the home in consultation with the DON including providing care to residents, communicating with residents/families/representatives, managing staff, monitoring performance and standards, developing policies and procedures, and delivering training.
• Coordinate the quality and safety system including all aspects of clinical risk management and resident involvement.
• Participate in coaching and appraisal of staff on a regular basis.
• In consultation with HR, participate in grievance and disciplinary activities.
• Coordinate, roster and manage staff in conjunction with the senior management team in the Home.
• Lead by example a professional, punctual and dedicated team.
• Participate in the development of policies and standards.

Qualifications / Requirements

• 3 years post-registration experience in a nursing home environment in the last 6 years.
• Good people skills.
• Thorough knowledge of HIQA standards and regulations.
• Excellent interpersonal & communication skills.
• Computer skills.

If you would like to find out more please send your CV to Alan Noone for an initial consultation.

Skills

• Nurse Manager
• Nursing Home
• Disability

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Health Care Provider

Industries

• Hospitals