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Assistant Director Of Nursing

Job Description - Assistant Director Of Nursing




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 Nursing Home  in Cork, Ireland.







 Responsibilities





  • Act as Person-in-Charge in the absence of the Director of Nursing, ensuring compliance with relevant healthcare legislation, regulations, and quality standards.



  • Maintain the highest standards of hygiene, infection prevention, and food safety throughout the facility.



  • Collaborate with senior management to oversee housekeeping, catering, maintenance, and administrative services.



  • Support clinical management by delivering resident care, liaising with residents and families, supervising staff, monitoring clinical standards, developing policies, and facilitating staff education.



  • Coordinate quality assurance, patient safety initiatives, clinical governance, and risk management systems.



  • Conduct regular staff coaching, performance reviews, and professional development activities.



  • Assist with employee relations, including grievance and disciplinary processes, in partnership with Human Resources.



  • Coordinate staff rostering, workforce planning, and day-to-day team management alongside the senior leadership team.



  • Lead by example, promoting professionalism, accountability, teamwork, and high standards of care.



  • Contribute to the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of organisational policies, procedures, and quality standards







Requirements




  • Registered General Nurse with a minimum of 7 years of post-registration nursing experience.



  • At least 3 years' recent experience in the care of older adults within the last 6 years.



  • Strong knowledge of regulatory requirements, compliance standards, and inspection processes for residential care services.



  • Third-level qualification in Management or a related leadership discipline.



  • Proven ability to manage workload effectively while adapting to changing priorities and operational demands.



  • Demonstrated commitment to continuous quality improvement, professional development, and change management.



  • Excellent leadership, communication, and relationship-building skills with the ability to influence positive outcomes.



  • Experience promoting quality assurance initiatives, establishing clinical benchmarks, and monitoring Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) in collaboration with senior leadership.



  • Flexible and adaptable, with the ability to work outside standard hours when required.







Benefits




  • Outstanding pay rate



  • Ongoing training and professional development



  • Program for Employee Assistance



  • A helpful organization



  • On-site meals that are subsidized



  • Bonus for referring friends



  • On-site parking is free.








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