Care Manager (Person in Charge) Gascoigne

Job Description

Cowper Care is seeking applications for the role of Care Manager (Person in Charge) for its Nursing Home in Dublin .

The role is one of professional and clinical leadership and management in the day to day operations of a residential home in conjunction with the Service Manager.

Report directly to the Clinical Director and is responsible to the Chief Executive Officer.

This is a Full-time position – 39 hours per week.

Garda Vetting and a clean medical will be required for the successful applicant.

Cowper Care is an equal opportunities employer

About The Role

The Care Manager (Person in Charge) will :

• Lead a team of professionals while actively contributing to the development of the Nursing Home for our residents and staff.

Ensure the implementation of the applicable legislation and HIQA standards.

Promote, through  high  standards  of  professional  practice, a  caring  environment  conducive  to  the physical, psychological, emotional, social and spiritual needs of each person in a way that reflects the privacy, dignity and all the basic values that underpin a quality of life.

Be entered on to a public register for the purpose of being accredited as the ‘Person in Charge’ of the Care Centre to which you are assigned.

Requirements

Must be a registered nurse (on, or eligible to be on, the live register of nurses maintained by the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland, NMBI)

Must have 7 years relevant post registration nursing experience

Must have (within the last 6 years) a minimum 3 years’ relevant experience, caring for the older person

Must have (within the last 6 years) a minimum of 3 years management / supervisory experience, including team leadership with resource planning and allocation at CNM level or higher

Must have the ability to communicate effectively with residents, relatives / visitors, employees, management and external bodies e.g . GPs, hospitals, HSE, HIQA, etc .

Must have post-registration qualification in Gerontology or Dementia Care and a Post-registration qualification in healthcare management or equivalent

Experience of working in a JCI (Joint Commission International) accredited facility and an understanding of that process would be an advantage

Rewards

Attractive remuneration package

Employer contribution to pension scheme with a death in service benefit

Career advancement opportunities & educational assistance available

Skills Needed

About The Company

Established in 2000, Cowper Care operates three centers across Dublin : St. Patrick’s in Baldoyle, Glebe House in Kilternan, and Gascoigne House in Rathmines. The organization offers individualized care to older people on an inter-denominational basis, providing services such as convalescent care, respite and extended care, dementia-specific care, palliative care, and sheltered independent living. Cowper Care promotes and strives to provide the highest possible standards of care to all residents and their families, ensuring dignity and compassion.

Company Culture

Cowper Care fosters a culture of teamwork, respect, and continuous professional development. Employees have noted a friendly staff environment, good management, and clean facilities. The organization emphasizes a balanced work schedule, providing equal distribution of working days and days off. Management is described as supportive, contributing to a positive workplace atmosphere. However, some employees have suggested improvements in areas such as staff meals and salary updates.

Desired Criteria

Required Criteria

Closing Date Thursday 17th July, 2025