Director of Nursing

recruitNet; Kilrush; On-site; EUR 80,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Bike-to-Work scheme

Staff discount programmes

Recognition awards and long-service

Job summary

RecruitNet International Ltd is hiring a Director of Nursing (DON) for a Nursing home in Co Clare, Ireland. The DON will oversee clinical care, regulatory compliance and service quality, while leading staff development and ensuring robust governance.

The role requires a Registered General Nurse with management experience, a post-registration qualification, and a track record in older adult care. Competitive salary and benefits are offered with professional development support.

Qualifications

• RGN with at least 3 years’ experience in older adult care within the past 6 years.
• Post-registration management qualification in health or related discipline.
• Minimum of 3 years’ management experience in health or social care.
• Registered on the appropriate division of the NMBI live register.

Responsibilities

• Ensure clinical care meets regulatory requirements, HIQA standards and quality systems.
• Lead person-centred care planning and perform audits and follow-ups.
• Oversee staff induction, training and promote best-practice care approaches.
• Manage budgets, resident funding records and financial processes.
• Maintain compliance with financial regulations for residents with impaired capacity.
• Lead HR processes and ensure nursing staff remain on the NMBI register.
• Foster community links, communications and ongoing CPD for the Home.

Skills

Leadership

Organisational skills

Communication

Decision making

Education

RGN (Registered General Nurse)

Post-registration management qualification

Job description

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

RecruitNet International Ltd ishiringan Director of Nursing (DON) for a Nursing home in Co Clare, Ireland.

Responsibilities

Ensure all clinical care meets regulatory requirements, HIQA standards, and company quality systems.

Oversee person-centred care planning and continuously monitor clinical practice through regular audits and follow-up actions.

Lead staff induction, ongoing training, and promote innovative and best-practice care approaches.

Manage administrative functions when required, including financial procedures, resident funding records, and overall budget oversight.

Maintain compliance with legislative requirements relating to financial management for residents with impaired capacity.

Hold regular communication meetings, foster strong community links, and support initiatives that promote the Home’s profile.

Manage the complaints process, ensuring full documentation, investigation, and resolution.

Implement Health & Safety and fire-safety procedures, and ensure high standards of hygiene, catering (HACCP), and preventative maintenance.

Participate in recruitment, selection, and training-needs analysis to support effective workforce planning.

Ensure all HR policies align with employment legislation and verify that all registered nurses remain on the current NMBI Register.

Requirements

Registered General Nurse (RGN) with at least 3 years’ experience in the past 6 years in older adult care.

Holds a post-registration management qualification in health or a related discipline.

Minimum of 3 years’ management experience within the health or social care sector.

Registered on the appropriate division of the NMBI live register.

Demonstrated track record in clinical and healthcare management.

Strong leadership, organisational and communication skills.

Effective decision-making abilities with a results-focused approach.

Solid understanding of financial processes and budget considerations.

Self-motivated with the ability to motivate others and work independently.

Strong team player with flexibility to adapt to organisational needs.

Competitive salary with Sunday and Bank Holiday premium pay

Guaranteed hours and stable long-term employment

Comprehensive induction and ongoing professional development

Career progression opportunities

Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) for wellbeing support

Bike-to-Work scheme and staff discount programmes

Recognition awards and long-service incentives