Assistant Director of Nursing - South Dublin

Hollybank Trustees Ltd; Dublin; On-site; EUR 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent rate of pay

Continuous Professional Development

Employee Assistance Programme

Subsidised meals on site

Refer a friend bonus

Free onsite parking

Job summary

CareChoice is seeking an Assistant Director of Nursing for Newtownpark House in South Dublin. On-site role with a focus on delivering high standards of resident care and leading a team of nurses and care staff.

You will ensure HIQA compliance, drive quality improvements, manage staffing and budgets, and coordinate with doctors and therapists. A third-level management qualification and a Registered General Nurse license are required. Excellent rate of pay and development opportunities available.

Qualifications

• Have not less than 3 years' experience nursing older persons in the last 6 years.
• Have a minimum of 7 years post registration experience.
• In-depth knowledge of regulatory requirements and regulatory inspection activity for residential care centres.
• Third-level qualification in management.
• Ability to manage workload effectively with flexibility.
• Demonstrate ability to embrace change and continuous improvement.
• Ability to influence others and build constructive relationships.
• Promote quality assurance culture in the clinical area with KPIs.
• Be a Registered General Nurse.
• Be available to work flexible hours when required.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Director of Nursing in day-to-day management of the nursing home and maintain high standards of care.
• Supervise and mentor nursing staff with guidance and training.
• Ensure HIQA standards and regulations compliance.
• Manage staffing needs including recruitment, scheduling, and performance management.
• Lead quality improvement initiatives including audits and reviews.
• Coordinate resident care plans with multidisciplinary teams.
• Handle complex clinical cases and provide expert advice.
• Monitor infection control procedures and ensure adherence throughout the home.
• Support development and implementation of policies in line with regulatory requirements.
• Liaise between residents, families, and staff for resident-centered care.
• Oversee admissions and discharge processes and documentation.
• Assist with budgeting and resource allocation.
• Promote continuous professional development among staff.

Skills

Nursing leadership

Regulatory knowledge

People management

Change management

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Communication

Adaptability

Influence & relationships

Quality governance

Flexible hours

Education

Third-level qualification in management

Registered General Nurse (RGN) license

Job description

Assistant Director of Nursing - South Dublin

Location: On site / Newtownpark, Dublin, Co. Dublin, A94 KC59, Ireland
job type: Permanent / Full-time
Sector and subsector: Medical & Healthcare | Nursing & Midwifery
Salary: Competitive salary
Salary details: Dependent on experience

With over 20 years of experience in the Nursing Homes Sector, the CareChoice Team is focused on transitioning CareChoice to become the most trusted and respected Nursing Home brand in Ireland.

We are one of Ireland's leading residential homes for the older person. We provide dedicated care and a safe and welcoming home for all our Residents. Our ethos is to create a home from home for our clients, where they can live life to the full with support and respect, whilst enjoying building relationships with all our staff.

We are currently seeking an Assistant Director of Nursing who will contribute to delivering high standards of care to our residents in Newtownpark House.

• 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.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Director of Nursing in the day-to-day management of the nursing home, ensuring high standards of care are maintained for all residents.
• Supervise and mentor nursing staff, providing guidance, support, and training to maintain a high level of clinical care and compliance with best practices.
• Ensure compliance with HIQA standards and regulations, adhering to all local and national health and safety policies.
• Manage staffing needs, including recruitment, scheduling, and performance management of nursing and care staff.
• Lead quality improvement initiatives, including audits, reviews, and evaluations to continually improve care delivery.
• Coordinate resident care plans with multidisciplinary teams, including doctors, therapists, and social workers.
• Handle complex clinical cases, providing expert advice and ensuring residents receive appropriate care tailored to their needs.
• Monitor infection control procedures and ensure that they are in place and strictly adhered to throughout the nursing home.
• Support the development and implementation of policies and procedures in line with regulatory and organizational requirements.
• Act as a liaison between residents, families, and staff, promoting open communication and a resident-centered care approach.
• Oversee admissions and discharge processes, ensuring smooth transitions and accurate documentation.
• Assist with budgeting and resource allocation, ensuring effective use of resources in the delivery of care.
• Promote continuous professional development among staff through in-service training and education programs.

What we offer you:

• Excellent rate of pay
• Continuous Professional Development
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Subsidised meals on site
• Refer a friend bonus
• Free onsite parking