NCHDs Paediatrics Registrar

PE Global (UK); Ireland; On-site; EUR 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare staffing agency is seeking an Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) for a nursing home in Cork, Ireland. The role involves supporting the Director of Nursing in clinical and operational management, ensuring high standards of evidence-based care, and leading the nursing team. Candidates must have active registration as a Registered General Nurse in Ireland and at least 3 years of management experience in a similar setting.

Qualifications

• Active registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland required.
• Minimum of 3 years’ post-registration experience in nursing management.
• Knowledge of HIQA standards and relevant legislation.

Responsibilities

• Assist in leading and supervising nursing care delivery.
• Ensure compliance with HIQA standards and health policies.
• Oversee infection prevention and maintain clinical documentation.
• Support and mentor nursing and care staff.

Skills

Clinical management

Staff supervision

Infection control

Quality improvement

Education

Registered General Nurse (RGN)

Leadership training/management qualification

Job description

PE Global, together with our well established residential home client, are looking for an ADON to join their team in Cork.

The Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) will support the Director of Nursing in the day-to-day clinical and operational management of the nursing home, ensuring a high standard of evidence-based care in line with HIQA regulations (2024), company policies, and national standards. The ADON will play a key role in quality improvement, governance, compliance, staff management, and resident wellbeing.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist the Director of Nursing in leading and supervising the delivery of person-centred, evidence-based nursing care.
• Ensure compliance with HIQA standards, national health policies, and all relevant legislation.
• Oversee infection prevention and control measures and maintain accurate clinical documentation.
• Support, supervise, and mentor nursing and care staff, promoting professional development.
• Participate in recruitment, rostering, performance appraisals, and team leadership.
• Act as a key contact for residents and families, ensuring dignity, autonomy, and choice.
• Assist with audits, inspections, and quality improvement initiatives, deputising for the DON as required.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Registered General Nurse (RGN) with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland (NMBI) – active registration required.
• Minimum of 3 years’ post-registration experience in nursing management/nursing home or similar aged care setting.
• Demonstrated knowledge of HIQA Standards, the National Standards for Residential Care Settings for Older People in Ireland, and relevant legislation.
• Leadership training and/or a management qualification (e.g., QQI Level 6 in Management) is desirable.

Equal Employment Opportunity: Our client is an equal opportunities employer.