Assistant Director of Nursing: Leadership & Care Ops

Agape Global; Stradbally; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Agape Global is seeking an experienced Assistant Director of Nursing for a reputable nursing home in the Laois area. You will lead clinical operations, mentor nursing staff and ensure high standards of compassionate care.

Reporting to the Nursing Director, you will develop care plans, coordinate schedules, monitor budgets, drive regulatory compliance and implement quality KPIs to improve resident outcomes.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of nursing management experience with older persons in the last 6 years.
• Minimum of 7 years post-registration experience.
• Deep knowledge of regulatory requirements and inspections for residential care.
• A third-level qualification in management.
• Ability to manage workload flexibly and respond to short-notice demands.
• Commitment to continuous improvement and learning in the home.
• Ability to influence others and build constructive relationships.
• Promote quality assurance with KPIs in consultation with the Director of Nursing.
• Registered General Nurse.
• Flexible hours when required.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development and training.

Responsibilities

• 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 procedures and policies.
• Assisting in budget preparation and expense management.
• Conducting patient rounds and addressing complaints.
• Evaluating department performance and recommending improvements.
• Scheduling staff meetings for patient updates and recommendations.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Change management

Budgeting & cost control

Staff development

Relationship building

Quality improvement

Education

Third-level qualification in management

Registered General Nurse

Job description

Agape Global is seeking an experienced Assistant Director of Nursing for a reputable nursing home in the Laois area. You will lead clinical operations, mentor nursing staff and ensure high standards of compassionate care.

Reporting to the Nursing Director, you will develop care plans, coordinate schedules, monitor budgets, drive regulatory compliance and implement quality KPIs to improve resident outcomes.