Assistant Director of Nursing
Job Description
RecruitNet International Ltd specialises in Healthcare recruitment for Domestic and Overseas candidates for Hospitals, Nursing Homes, Home care and Community care.
We are Hiring Assistant Director of Nursing to a lead Nursing care home in Kildare, Ireland.
Location: On-site, kildare
Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time
Responsibilities
Promote a warm, homely and person-centred environment that respects residents’ privacy, dignity, rights and confidentiality.
Provide compassionate, respectful and non-judgmental care, recognising each resident’s individuality, life history, preferences and emotional needs.
Encourage meaningful social interaction and daily activities by creating opportunities that promote engagement, independence, enjoyment and a sense of belonging.
Work collaboratively with the multidisciplinary care team, recognising and utilising the skills and abilities of colleagues to enhance residents’ wellbeing.
Adapt care approaches to meet individual needs, remaining flexible and responsive to residents’ changing circumstances rather than focusing solely on routine.
Support the Director of Nursing/PIC in providing clinical and professional leadership to the care team and in delivering high-quality direct resident care.
Monitor and supervise the delivery of care within Nursing Home, promoting resident safety, quality standards and continuous improvement in care practices.
Requirements
Nursing qualification with current registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland (NMBI) is essential.
Minimum 3 years’ post-registration experience in nursing older people within the previous 6 years.
Minimum 3 years’ management experience within the health and social care sector.
Strong knowledge of clinical nursing practice and current and emerging trends in older person care.
Post-registration management qualification in health or a related discipline.
Strong leadership, communication and team management skills.
Previous Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) experience is desirable.
Benefits
Competitive salary and hourly rates
Maternity, Adoptive and Surrogacy Leave benefits
Discounted health insurance
Employee Assistance Programme
Employee referral programme
TaxSaver travel discounts
Bike to Work Scheme
Requirements
Nursing qualification with current registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland (NMBI) is essential. Minimum 3 years’ post-registration experience in nursing older people within the previous 6 years. Minimum 3 years’ management experience within the health and social care sector. Strong knowledge of clinical nursing practice and current and emerging trends in older person care. Post-registration management qualification in health or a related discipline. Strong leadership, communication and team management skills. Previous Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) experience is desirable.