Full time

recruitNet; Waterford City Metropolitan District; On-site; EUR 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

EAP program

Employee Recognition Scheme

Education and development

Career progression

Job summary

Zohorecruit is seeking an Assistant Director of Nursing in Waterford, Ireland. The role involves leading nursing care teams on-site, overseeing high-quality resident care, and ensuring safety and regulatory compliance.

The ideal candidate has RGN/RN qualification with NMBI registration, 3+ years in older person care and 3+ years in management, plus post-registration management training.

Qualifications

• Recognised nursing qualification.
• Current registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland (NMBI).
• 3+ years post-registration nursing experience in older persons care within 6 years.
• 3+ years management experience in health or social care setting.
• Post-registration qualification in healthcare management or related discipline.
• Management qualification or Higher Diploma in Gerontology desirable.

Responsibilities

• Support the Director of Nursing/PIC with clinical, operational and professional leadership to nursing and care teams.
• Oversee delivery of high-quality, person-centred care to residents.
• Ensure resident safety through best clinical practices and standards.
• Promote privacy, dignity, independence and rights of residents.
• Monitor care practices for regulatory compliance and policies.
• Provide clinical guidance, mentorship and support to staff.
• Contribute to continuous care quality improvement through supervision and performance monitoring.
• Foster a collaborative multidisciplinary approach to resident care.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Decision-making

Clinical knowledge

Education

Post-registration qualification in healthcare management

Higher Diploma in Gerontology

Job description

Ferrybank, Ireland | Posted on 09/14/2026

We are Hiring Assistant Director of Nursingto a lead Nursing care home inWaterford , Ireland.

Location: On-site, Waterford

Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time

Responsibilities

• Support the Director of Nursing/Person in Charge (PIC) in providing clinical, operational, and professional leadership to the nursing and care teams.
  
• Oversee and supervise the delivery of high-quality, person-centred care to residents.
  
• Ensure resident safety is maintained through the implementation of best clinical practices and quality standards.
  
• Promote a culture that respects the privacy, dignity, independence, and rights of all residents.
  
• Monitor care practices to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, organisational policies, and professional standards.
  
• Provide clinical guidance, mentorship, and support to nursing and healthcare staff.
  
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of care quality through effective leadership, supervision, and performance monitoring.
  
• Foster a collaborative, multidisciplinary approach to resident care to achieve the best possible outcomes.
  

Requirements

• Recognised nursing qualification.
  
• Current registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland (NMBI).
  
• Minimum of 3 years' post-registration nursing experience in the care of older persons within the previous 6 years.
  
• At least 3 years' management experience within a health or social care setting.
  
• Strong clinical knowledge with a comprehensive understanding of best practices and emerging trends in older person care.
  
• Post-registration qualification in healthcare management or a related discipline.
  
• Management qualification or Higher Diploma in Gerontology is desirable.
  
• Proven leadership, team management, and decision‑making skills.
  
• Previous experience in an Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) role is advantageous.
  
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP), including counselling and financial advice.
  
• Employee Recognition Scheme.
  
• Educational assistance and ongoing professional development opportunities.
  
• Career advancement opportunities within a successful healthcare group.