Director of Nursing – Nursing Home Leader in Elder Care

Cpl Healthcare; Kilrush; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

CPL Healthcare is seeking a Director of Nursing for a Nursing Home in Kilrush, Co. Clare. This full-time permanent role requires a skilled RGN with strong leadership and clinical management abilities to drive resident care excellence.

The DON will oversee nursing operations, staff development, and regulatory compliance while collaborating with the wider management team to ensure high-quality, person-centred care for older adults.

Qualifications

• RGN with at least 3 years' recent experience in care of the older person.
• Post-registration management qualification in health or a related field.
• Minimum 3 years' management experience in health and social care.
• Registered on NMBI live register.
• Proven track record in healthcare clinical management.
• Excellent leadership, organisational and communication skills.
• Sound financial awareness and budgeting ability.
• Ability to motivate self and others and work on own initiative.
• Flexible and adaptable to the needs of the company.

Responsibilities

• Oversee nursing home operations and resident care standards.
• Lead nursing and care staff to ensure high-quality service.
• Collaborate with senior management on strategic planning and policy.
• Manage budgets, resources, and regulatory compliance.

Skills

Leadership

Clinical management

Nursing

Financial acumen

Team motivation

Communication skills

Education

RGN registration

Post-registration management qualification

Job description

CPL Healthcare is seeking a Director of Nursing for a Nursing Home in Kilrush, Co. Clare. This full-time permanent role requires a skilled RGN with strong leadership and clinical management abilities to drive resident care excellence.

The DON will oversee nursing operations, staff development, and regulatory compliance while collaborating with the wider management team to ensure high-quality, person-centred care for older adults.