Quality Manager

Sonas Nursing Homes; Athlone; Hybrid; EUR 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading nursing home group is seeking a Quality Manager to drive excellence in care across multiple locations. The ideal candidate will ensure compliance with HIQA regulations, lead quality initiatives, and work closely with nursing home managers. Requirements include being a registered nurse with significant experience in quality management and strong leadership skills. This full-time position offers a competitive salary and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Opportunities for continuous professional development

Supportive leadership and collaborative team culture

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse with current NMBI registration is required.
• 3-5 years' experience in healthcare quality or compliance role is required.
• Strong knowledge of HIQA standards and person-centred care frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support PICs in maintaining high standards of care.
• Implement quality assurance systems and audits.
• Conduct audits across homes and oversee corrective actions.

Skills

Leadership

Quality Assurance

Regulatory Compliance

Communication

Clinical Governance

Education

Postgraduate qualification in healthcare management or related

Job description

Overview

Lead Quality Across Multiple Nursing Homes - Make a Real Difference! Due to continued growth, Sonas Nursing Home Group is looking for experienced and motivated Quality Managers to join our team. We have two exciting opportunities for qualified and experienced candidates to contribute to our commitment to excellence in care. Suitable applicants from across Ireland will be considered.

As a Quality Manager, you will play a key leadership role in shaping care standards, ensuring compliance, and driving continuous improvement across multiple nursing homes. You’ll work closely with Nursing Home Managers to champion best practice, regulatory excellence, and resident-focused care.

Location: These roles cover multiple locations; regular travel within the assigned region will be required.

Hours: Full-time, permanent

Reports to: Chief Clinical Officer

Why Join Us? - What We Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Opportunities for continuous professional development
• Supportive leadership and collaborative team culture
• A chance to shape and influence quality across multiple nursing homes
• Commitment to innovation, sustainability, and staff wellbeing

The Role

As a Quality Manager, you will lead the development and implementation of quality and governance initiatives across the Sonas Nursing Home Group. Working closely with Persons in Charge (PICs) and the wider management team, you will ensure compliance with HIQA regulations, drive continuous improvement, and promote a culture of learning and person-centred care.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and support PICs in maintaining high standards of care and compliance
• Implement quality assurance systems, audits, and improvement plans
• Act as subject matter expert on governance, compliance, and regulatory updates
• Conduct audits across homes, provide feedback, and oversee corrective actions
• Review and implement policies and procedures across the group
• Mentor PICs and staff in clinical governance and compliance best practices
• Monitor safeguarding, incident reporting, risk registers, and complaints
• Prepare quality and compliance reports for the Executive Team and Board
• Contribute to strategic planning and service excellence initiatives

Essential Requirements

• Registered Nurse with current NMBI registration
• Postgraduate qualification in healthcare management, quality improvement, or clinical governance
• 3-5 years’ experience in a healthcare quality, governance, or compliance role
• Strong knowledge of HIQA standards and person-centred care frameworks
• Experience in auditing, risk management, and compliance reporting
• Excellent communication, leadership, and mentoring skills
• Full Irish driver’s licence and willingness to travel

Desirable

• Qualification in auditing or risk management

Ready to Make a Difference?

If you are passionate about driving quality, compliance and innovation in healthcare, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now to join the Sonas Nursing Home Group and help shape the future of care across our homes!