Clinical Nurse Manager

recruitNet; Wicklow; On-site; EUR 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Guaranteed hours and premium pay onS /

Sundays/Bank Holidays premium pay

Comprehensive induction and ongoing培训

Career progression opportunities

Employee recognition and referralBonu

Retail discounts

Bike-to-Work scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Job summary

RecruitNet International Ltd in Wicklow, Ireland, is hiring a Clinical Nurse Manager (CNM) to lead the nursing team and ensure delivery of high-quality resident care in a supportive environment. The CNM will implement policies, review care plans, supervise medication administration, and liaise with GPs and pharmacists, while providing visible leadership and fostering professional, compassionate care.

Requirements include a BSc in General Nursing, NMBI registration, and strong leadership and

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• Lead the nursing team and ensure high-quality resident care.
• Ensure Care Centre policies and best clinical practices are followed.
• Review residents' conditions and adjust care plans accordingly.
• Supervise medication administration and liaise with GPs and pharmacies.
• Conduct performance appraisals and promote compassionate care.
• Identify training needs and deliver in-house training.
• Oversee audits of medication, hygiene, safety, and documentation.
• Act as main point of contact for residents and families.
• Assist the Director of Nursing with daily operations and staff rosters.

Skills

Leadership

Team leadership

Communication

Decision-making

Problem-solving

Self-motivation

Organisational skills

Education

BSc in General Nursing

NMBI registration

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 in Wicklow.

Position: Clinical Nurse Manager

Location: Wicklow, Ireland

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