ASSISTANT DIRECTOR OF NURSING

Assistant Director of Nursing required to support the Person in Charge/Director of Nursing in managing clinical services, leading staff and maintaining safe, person-centred resident care.KEY RESPONSIBILITIES• Support the overall management of nursing and care services• Deputise for the PIC/DON as required• Oversee care standards, assessments and care plans• Support HIQA compliance, clinical governance and risk management• Coordinate audits and quality improvement actions• Review incidents, safeguarding concerns and complaints• Support recruitment, induction, supervision and staff development• Review staffing, rosters and resources within agreed budgets• Promote infection prevention, health and safety• Work with residents, families and the multidisciplinary teamESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTSQualifications:• Current NMBI registration• Post-registration qualification in healthcare management or leadership.Experience:• At least three years’ experience nursing older people within the last six years, together with relevant clinical management experience.• Experience in audit, quality improvement and staff developmentSkills:• Strong leadership, communication and decision-making skills• Knowledge of HIQA standards and relevant regulations• Good organisational and resource management skills• Competence with electronic care recordsPre-employment: Satisfactory references, Garda vetting, occupational health clearance and verification of registration and qualifications required.