Clinical Nurse Manager

Zohorecruit; Munster; On-site; EUR 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

RecruitNet International Ltd is seeking a Clinical Nurse Manager (CNM) for a leading nursing home in Clare. This full-time permanent role offers a chance to lead the nursing team and ensure delivery of high-quality resident care in a supportive environment.

The CNM will oversee care planning, supervise medication administration, mentor staff, and drive infection control and quality improvements. Excellent leadership and communication are essential, with NMBI registration and current nursing

Qualifications

• BSc in General Nursing or equivalent qualification.
• Registered on the NMBI live register.
• Excellent leadership, organisational, and communication skills.
• Ability to lead teams and manage care delivery.
• Able to work independently and promote a positive team environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead the nursing team and ensure high-quality resident care.
• Ensure policies and best practices are followed; address concerns with Director of Nursing.
• Review residents' care plans and implement interventions.
• Supervise medication administration and liaise with GPs and pharmacies.
• Deliver in-house training on infection control, palliative care, and behaviour management.
• Conduct regular audits and ensure compliance and improvements.
• Act as main contact for residents and families; manage complaints.
• Assist with daily operations, rosters, handovers, and H&S compliance.

Skills

Leadership

Organisational skills

Communication

Decision-making

Problem-solving

Team motivation

Independent working

Education

BSc in General Nursing or equivalent qualification

Job description

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

We are currently hiring a Clinical Nurse Manager (CNM) for a leading Nursing Home inClare

Position: Clinical Nurse Manager

Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced nurse to lead the nursing team and ensure the delivery of high-quality resident care in a supportive environment.

Responsibilities

Ensure Care Centre policies and best clinical practices are consistently followed, identifying and addressing areas of concern with the Director of Nursing.

Review residents with pressure sores, falls, or clinical deterioration to ensure appropriate care plans and interventions are implemented.

Troubleshoot ongoing clinical and non-clinical issues, escalating to the Director of Nursing when required.

Conduct and monitor residents’ comprehensive assessments and modify care plans as needed.

Supervise medication administration, maintain stock control, liaise with GPs and pharmacies, and review medication audits with the Director of Nursing.

Provide visible leadership to nursing and care teams, conduct performance appraisals, and promote professional, compassionate care.

Identify training needs and deliver in-house training on topics such as infection control, palliative care, and managing challenging behaviour.

Conduct regular audits including medication, hygiene, safety, risk, and documentation, ensuring compliance and sustained improvements.

Act as the main point of contact for residents and families, fostering positive relationships and promptly addressing concerns or complaints.

Assist the Director of Nursing with daily operations, staff rosters, handovers, and health & safety compliance, deputising in their absence.

Requirements

BSc in General Nursing or equivalent qualification.

Registered on the NMBI live register.

Previous managerial training or experience is an advantage.

Excellent leadership, organisational, and communication skills.

Strong decision-making and problem-solving ability.

Self-motivated with the ability to inspire and motivate others.

Capable of working independently and promoting a positive team environment.

Guaranteed hours and premium pay on Sundays/Bank Holidays

Comprehensive induction and ongoing training

Career progression opportunities

Employee recognition and referral bonuses

Retail discounts and Bike-to-Work scheme

Employee Assistance Programme for wellbeing support