Assistant Director of Nursing

Agape Global; Portlaoise; 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 Portlaoise, Ireland. The ideal candidate will possess at least 7 years of post-registration experience and a solid background in nursing, especially with older individuals. Responsibilities include managing clinical operations, developing care plans, and training nursing staff.

Applicants must demonstrate strong leadership and communication skills and be committed to continuous improvement in patient care. Flexible working hours are required.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Assist with hiring, training, and monitoring nurses.
• Manage clinical operations and develop care plans.
• Evaluate departmental performance and recommend improvements.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Nursing Knowledge

Change Management

Education

Third-level qualification in management

Job description

Portlaise, Ireland | Posted on 03/27/2026

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