Assistant Director of Nursing Nurse Practice Development Coordinator

RecruitNet International Ltd specialises in Healthcare recruitment for Domestic and Overseas candidates for Hospitals Nursing Homes Home Care and Community Care.

We are hiring an Assistant Director of Nursing / Nurse Practice Development Coordinator for a leading Nursing Home in Dublin Ireland.

• Support the Director of Nursing in providing strong clinical leadership and management across all care areas.
  

• Raise and set standards of quality care by fostering a culture of evidence-based practice guiding the development and implementation of clinical policies and procedures.
  

• Strategically plan develop and evaluate projects to enhance nursing practice and improve care delivery outcomes.
  

• Promote and ensure the delivery of a high standard of care that aligns with the organisations mission vision values and strategic goals.
  

• Develop and maintain the competency levels required for professional nursing practice through continuous learning and staff development initiatives.
  

• Undertake the role and responsibilities of the Person-in-Charge (PIC) in accordance with the Health Act 2007 related regulations and HIQA standards including notification and quarterly reporting requirements.
  

• Ensure that any delegation of care is appropriate and consistent with nursing philosophies and scope of practice taking into account the competence and experience of staff.
  

• Maintain accountability for all delegated roles or activities ensuring safe and effective delivery of care.
  

• Ensure full compliance with legislation regulatory requirements and codes of practice maintaining best practice standards at all times.
  

• Verify that all legally required certificates and licenses are current and properly displayed in accordance with regulations.
  

Requirements

• Registered General Nurse with current registration on the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland (NMBI).
  

• Holds a management qualification and experience in a managerial role with proven leadership clinical and communication skills.
  

• Minimum of three years post-graduate experience including at least two years in Care of the Older Person and three years in a management capacity.
  

• Possesses or is pursuing a Degree/Masters (Level 8 QQI or higher) in Nursing Health or Management-related field with evidence of continuous professional development.
  

• Demonstrated experience in practice development and project management with a strong understanding of clinical governance and quality standards.
  

• Desirable qualifications include a Postgraduate Diploma in Gerontology QQI Level 6 or higher in Management/Leadership or an MSc in Nursing/Management.
  

• In-depth knowledge of the ageing process psycho-geriatric care and current nursing research and clinical audit practices.
  

• Excellent communication interpersonal organisational and analytical skills with proficiency in Microsoft Office and IT systems.
  

• Demonstrates professionalism in appearance and conduct neat attire minimal makeup/fragrance plain wedding band only and adherence to infection control (e.g. covered cuts regular handwashing).
  

• Committed to high standards of care familiar with nursing guidelines HIQA regulations and the Scope of Nursing Practice Framework to ensure safe evidence-based practice.
  

Benefits