Assistant Director of Nursing

recruitNet; Waterford; Sur place; EUR 54 000 - 66 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Free meals

Uniforms provided

€500 employee referral bonus

CPD support

Employee Assistance Programme

Pharmacy discounts

TaxSaver commuter scheme

Bike to Work

Résumé du poste

RecruitNet International Ltd is hiring an Assistant Director of Nursing for a leading care home in Waterford, Ireland. This on-site, permanent role requires strong clinical leadership and a commitment to high-quality, person-centred care.

You will support the Director of Nursing, oversee care delivery, ensure regulatory compliance, mentor staff, and drive continuous improvement in gerontological practice. NMBI registration and at least three years of post-registration experience are essential.

Qualifications

• Recognised nursing qualification and NMBI registration.
• Minimum 3 years post-registration nursing experience with older persons.
• 3+ years management experience in health or social care.
• Post-registration qualification in healthcare management or related discipline.
• Leadership and decision-making skills; ADON experience is advantageous.

Responsabilités

• Support the Director of Nursing in clinical and professional leadership.
• Oversee delivery of high-quality, person-centred care to residents.
• Ensure resident safety and regulatory compliance with best practices.
• Promote dignity, privacy and resident rights.
• Mentor nursing staff and monitor performance for quality improvement.
• Foster multidisciplinary collaboration to achieve outcomes.

Connaissances

Leadership

Team management

Regulatory compliance

Formation

Nursing qualification

Healthcare management qualification

Gerontology diploma (desirable)

Description du poste

RecruitNet International Ltd specialises in Healthcare recruitment for Domestic and Overseas candidates for Hospitals, Nursing Homes, Home care and Community care.

We are Hiring Assistant Director of Nursingto a lead Nursing care home inWaterford , Ireland.

Location: On-site, Waterford

Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time

Responsibilities

• Support the Director of Nursing/Person in Charge (PIC) in providing clinical, operational, and professional leadership to the nursing and care teams.
  
• Oversee and supervise the delivery of high-quality, person-centred care to residents.
  
• Ensure resident safety is maintained through the implementation of best clinical practices and quality standards.
  
• Promote a culture that respects the privacy, dignity, independence, and rights of all residents.
  
• Monitor care practices to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, organisational policies, and professional standards.
  
• Provide clinical guidance, mentorship, and support to nursing and healthcare staff.
  
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of care quality through effective leadership, supervision, and performance monitoring.
  
• Foster a collaborative, multidisciplinary approach to resident care to achieve the best possible outcomes.
  

Requirements

• Recognised nursing qualification.
  
• Current registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland (NMBI).
  
• Minimum of 3 years' post-registration nursing experience in the care of older persons within the previous 6 years.
  
• At least 3 years' management experience within a health or social care setting.
  
• Strong clinical knowledge with a comprehensive understanding of best practices and emerging trends in older person care.
  
• Post-registration qualification in healthcare management or a related discipline.
  
• Management qualification or Higher Diploma in Gerontology is desirable.
  
• Proven leadership, team management, and decision‑making skills.
  
• Previous experience in an Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) role is advantageous.
  

Competitive salary of approximately €60,000, depending on experience.

Maternity, adoptive and surrogacy leave after three years of service.

Free meals and uniforms provided.

€500 employee referral bonus.

Continuous professional development, training and educational assistance.

Employee Assistance Programme, including counselling and financial advice.

Pharmacy discounts.

TaxSaver commuter scheme and Bike to Work initiative.