Director Of Nursing

Agape Global

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On-site

EUR 70,000 - 95,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Performance bonus

DIS after probation

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

Agape Global in North Dublin invites an experienced Nurse Leader to take on the role of Director of Nursing. You will provide professional and business leadership across the home, ensuring high-quality clinical care, governance and occupancy management, and strong family support.

The role requires a registered General Nurse with post-registration management qualifications, at least 3 years in nurse management and dementia/gerontology knowledge.

Qualifications

Registered General Nurse with NMBI registration.
Post-registration management qualification in health or related field.
Level 8 in Management & Leadership or Level 9 with module and 3 years nursing management experience.
3+ years nursing management experience, especially with older persons.
Strong communication with residents, families, and external bodies.

Responsibilities

Governance and Management of the home.
Clinical care oversight and quality assurance.
Transitions, transfers and occupancy management.
Family support and engagement.
HR management and staffing planning.
Financial and administration management.
Facility management and safety compliance.

Skills

Leadership & management

Communication

Strategic thinking

Continuous professional development

Education

NMBI Registered General Nurse

Post-registration management qualification

Level 8 Management & Leadership or Level 9

Job description

Are you a Dedicated Director of Nursing based in North Dublin?

Together, we achieve this by living our core company values in relation to communication, respecting residents’ rights, choice and individuality, promoting their independence and collaborating with our many community partners.

It is our mission to ensure that Residents feel valued and loved within their homes. Our strong family ethos and team of talented, diverse and caring Colleagues is central to the creation of a supportive and nurturing environment that creates a strong sense of home for our Residents.

Job Profile:

The primary role of the Director of Nursing will be one of professional and business leadership in the day-to-day operations of the home. To achieve this, the Director of Nursing will be required to fulfil, in line with documented policies and procedures, line manager responsibilities in the following areas:

Governance and Management
Clinical care
Transitions, transfers and occupancy management
Family support
HR management
Financial and administration management
Facility management

Requirements

The successful candidate must hold the following qualifications and experience to fulfil the requirements of this role:

A registered General Nurse on the Register of Nurses held by Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland.
Evidence of continuous professional development.
A post registration management qualification in health or a related field.
Candidate must have Level 8 in Management &Leadership or Level 9 with Management & Leadership module and 3 yearsnursing management experience.
Not less than 3 years' experience of nursing older persons within the previous 6 years.
The ability to communicate effectively with residents, family members, team members, management and external bodies e.g. HIQA, HSE, GPs etc.
Post registration qualification in dementia care and gerontology, highly desirable.

Why work for us?

We are renowned for teamwork and excellent provision of care. Offering flexible work practices, a friendly and homely working atmosphere, promotional, learning and developmental opportunities. We pride ourselves with exceptional resident care which stands at the forefront of our core values.