Full time

Zohorecruit; Leighlinbridge; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

RecruitNet International Ltd in Ireland is seeking a Director of Nursing to oversee operations at a leading nursing home in Carlow. The role requires NMBI registration, leadership of nursing and care teams, and ensuring high clinical and personal care standards.

The successful candidate will drive quality improvement, ensure HIQA compliance, and maintain a safe environment for residents and staff, with strong emphasis on governance and regulatory adherence.

Qualifications

• NMBI registration is required.
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience at management level.
• Provide details and evidence of all relevant qualifications or accredited training.
• Demonstrated excellence in clinical practice, leadership and organisational skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal abilities.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of the nursing home to ensure smooth, efficient, and person-centred care delivery.
• Supervise and support nursing and care staff, ensuring high standards of professional practice.
• Ensure the highest standards of clinical and personal care are maintained for all residents.
• Monitor, evaluate, and improve care quality through audits, feedback, and continuous professional development.
• Manage compliance with HIQA regulations and standards, ensuring policies reflect best practice.
• Prepare for and coordinate HIQA inspections, implementing recommendations effectively.
• Promote and maintain a safe environment for residents, staff, and visitors.
• Ensure adherence to health and safety legislation with regular risk assessments and training.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Decision making

Organisational skills

Education

Level 8 Healthcare Management

Level 9 Healthcare Management with management module

Job description

Leighlinbridge, Ireland | Posted on 10/07/2026

RecruitNet International Ltd specialises in Healthcare recruitment for Domestic and Overseas candidates for Hospitals, Nursing Homes, Home care and Community care. We are hiring a Director of Nursing for a leading Nursing home in Carlow, Ireland.

Responsibilities

Oversee the daily operations of the nursing home to ensure smooth, efficient, and person-centred care delivery.

Supervise and support nursing and care staff, ensuring high standards of professional practice.

Ensure the highest standards of clinical and personal care are maintained for all residents.

Monitor, evaluate, and improve care quality through audits, feedback, and continuous professional development.

Manage compliance with HIQA regulations and standards, ensuring policies and procedures reflect best practice.

Prepare for and coordinate HIQA inspections, implementing any recommendations effectively.

Promote and maintain a safe environment for residents, staff, and visitors.

Ensure adherence to all health and safety legislation, conducting regular risk assessments and staff training.

Requirements

Candidates must be registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland (NMBI).

Submission of details regarding any previous experience in operating or managing a designated centre.

Provision of details and supporting documentary evidence of all relevant qualifications or accredited training.

Demonstrated excellence in clinical practice, leadership, and organisational skills.

Strong communication and interpersonal abilities.

Proven sound decision-making capability.

Educational requirement: Level 8 qualification in Healthcare Management, or Level 9 with a management module, in accordance with the amended Health Act requirements (2025).

A minimum of three years’ experience at management level is required.

Supportive and professional working environment

Strong organisational support and career progression pathways