Permanent

Zohorecruit; Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown; On-site; EUR 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Sundays and double pay on Bank H

Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Excellent career progression

Job summary

RecruitNet International Ltd in Dublin is hiring a Clinical Nurse Manager (CNM) - Patient Flow for a Nursing Home in County Dublin. You will manage referrals, conduct pre-admissions, coordinate discharges, and lead a multidisciplinary team to ensure high-quality care.

The role requires strong leadership, HIQA knowledge, and active collaboration with therapy and medical teams. Applicants must have at least 3 years post-registration experience, Level 6 management qualification, NMBI registration,

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years' post-registration clinical experience.
• Management qualification Level 6 or higher.
• Current NMBI registration and live on the register.
• Experience in older people care or nursing home settings.
• Knowledge of HIQA Standards and Health Act Regulations 2013.
• Excellent English, with eligibility to work in Ireland.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage patient referrals from hospitals and liaise with referral teams.
• Conduct pre-admission assessments for suitability.
• Work with ADON on discharge plans and dates for admissions.
• Coordinate admission of accepted referrals to the centre.
• Act as case manager with the Patient Flow team as needed.
• Ensure compliance with healthcare policies and standards.
• Maintain accurate assessment records and referral documents.
• Participate in daily handovers and MDT meetings.
• Provide nursing unit cover to support operations.
• Liaise with doctors on admissions and prescriptions.
• Monitor outpatient appointments and follow ups.
• Coordinate admissions and discharges efficiently.
• Refer patients to Medical Social Worker when appropriate.
• Maintain communication with referral sources and community services.

Skills

Patient flow

Discharge planning

Team coordination

Communication

Education

Level 6 Management Qualification

NMBI Registration

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Leopardstown, Ireland | Posted on 09/21/2026

RecruitNet International Ltd specialises in healthcare recruitment for domestic and overseas candidates across Hospitals, Nursing Homes, Home Care, and Community Care services.

We are currently hiring a Clinical Nurse Manager (CNM)-Patient Flow for a leading Nursing Home in County Dublin .

Job Title: Clinical Nurse Manager-Patient Flow

Location: County Dublin, Ireland

Sector: Nursing Home / Elderly Care

Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent

Responsibilities

Manage patient referrals from acute hospitals and other key referral sources, reviewing referrals and liaising with referral teams and Discharge Coordinators.

Conduct comprehensive pre-admission assessments to determine patient suitability for Care Centre and the appropriate service.

Collaborate with the ADON to establish discharge plans and anticipated discharge dates for short-term and rehabilitation admissions.

Coordinate and facilitate the admission of accepted referrals to Care Centre.

Act as a case manager for patients as required, in collaboration with the Patient Flow team.

Ensure compliance with all Healthcare policies, procedures, and standards.

Maintain accurate, clear, and comprehensive assessment records and referral documentation in line with legislation and organisational requirements.

Maintain knowledge of and compliance with HIQA standards , including Safer, Better Healthcare.

Ensure all patient admissions are completed appropriately, with all required documentation accurately prepared and recorded.

Participate in daily handovers and weekly multidisciplinary team (MDT) meetings.

Provide nursing unit cover when required to support the effective operation of the Centre.

Liaise with medical practitioners regarding admissions and prescriptions, ensuring all necessary admission documentation is prepared for the admitting doctor.

Monitor and follow up on patients’ outpatient appointments as required.

Coordinate and facilitate patient admissions and discharges.

Refer patients to the Medical Social Worker when appropriate.

Maintain effective communication and coordination with referral sources, hospitals, discharge agencies, and relevant community services.

Requirements

Minimum of 3 years’ post-registration experience in a relevant clinical setting, with proven experience managing patient caseloads.

Hold a recognised Management Qualification at Level 6 or above on the National Framework of Qualifications, or be actively working towards achieving this level.

Hold current registration with the NMBI and be listed on the live register.

Demonstrated clinical experience in older people's care or nursing home settings.

Sound knowledge and practical understanding of HIQA Standards and the Health Act Regulations 2013.

Excellent command of written and spoken English, with eligibility to work in Ireland.

Strong communication, interpersonal, and active listening skills.

Ability to work effectively and collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary care team.

Compassionate and caring approach, with a strong commitment to delivering high-quality, person-centred care.

Basic IT proficiency, including familiarity with Microsoft Excel and other relevant systems.

Good knowledge and understanding of Home Support applications and the Nursing Home Support Scheme (NHSS/Fair Deal).

All appointments are subject to satisfactory references, medical assessment, and Garda vetting.

Continuous professional development and training

Excellent career progression opportunities

Paid Sundays and double pay on Bank Holidays

Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) for staff wellbeing