Clinical Nurse Manager: Lead Care & Quality

Trinity Care (IRL); Bray; On-site; EUR 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Trinity Care (IRL) is seeking an experienced Clinical Nurse Manager to join Carinhill Nursing Home in County Wicklow. The CNM will support the Director of Nursing, provide leadership to nurses and care staff, and help with resident assessments, care planning and clinical supervision.

You should be registered with NMBI, have at least five years nursing experience (preferably in a nursing home), and a solid understanding of HIQA standards.

Qualifications

• Must be registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland (NMBI).
• Minimum of 5 years' nursing experience, preferably within a nursing home setting.
• Good knowledge and understanding of HIQA standards and regulations.
• Experience in clinical leadership, staff supervision and management.
• A post-registration qualification in Management or Nursing Older People would be an advantage.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Excellent organisational and decision-making abilities.
• Knowledge of clinical audits, risk management and quality assurance.
• Ability to motivate, support and develop staff.
• Strong interpersonal and conflict management skills.
• Ability to prioritise workloads and respond effectively to changing circumstances.

Responsibilities

• Support the Director of Nursing in the overall management of the nursing home.
• Provide leadership, guidance and support to nurses and care staff.
• Monitor staff performance, competencies and standards of care.
• Assist with resident assessments, care planning and clinical supervision.
• Promote a positive, person-centred approach to resident care.
• Support compliance with HIQA standards and Trinity Care policies.
• Participate in governance meetings and quality improvement initiatives.
• Conduct clinical audits, including care plans and medication management.
• Monitor the quality and safety of care through regular checks and reviews.
• Assist with incident reporting, risk management and follow-up actions.
• Coordinate induction, mentoring and supervision of staff.
• Identify training needs and promote continuous professional development.

Skills

Nursing leadership

Staff supervision

Communication skills

Decision making

Organisational skills

Leadership

Education

NMBI registration

Post-registration qualification in Management or Nursing Older People

Job description

Trinity Care (IRL) is seeking an experienced Clinical Nurse Manager to join Carinhill Nursing Home in County Wicklow. The CNM will support the Director of Nursing, provide leadership to nurses and care staff, and help with resident assessments, care planning and clinical supervision.

You should be registered with NMBI, have at least five years nursing experience (preferably in a nursing home), and a solid understanding of HIQA standards.