Assistant Director of Nursing – Theatre

Purpose of the Role

The ADON in Theatre acts as a pivotal leader in the management of theatre services and perioperative assessment ensuring the efficient safe and cost-effective delivery of perioperative care. This role involves the strategic planning coordination with theatre managers consultants and multidisciplinary teams to manage operating lists resources and clinical governance.

The role of ADON sets a high standard of nursing care through the management and control of the nursing service within budgetary allocation.

The successful candidate may be required to work in any service area as the need arises. It should be noted that in the context of the reconfiguration of Directorates across all sites the job specification may be subject to review and change and may involve further duties.

The successful candidate will lead and co-ordinate the development and delivery of the nursing within an assigned Directorate.

Essential Criteria:

Eligible applicants will be those who on the closing date for the competition are:

• Registered on the Childrens or General Nurse Division/s of the Register of Nurses and Midwives maintained by the Nursing & Midwifery Board of Ireland NMBI or entitled to be so registered.
• Able to demonstrable experience working in a theatre environment with a strong understanding of perioperative practices and patient care standards;
• Have 7 years post registration nursing experience and 3 years experience in clinical practice management practice development education or quality improvement;
• Possess a relevant post graduate award at level 9 (masters degree) or Higher;
• Proven leadership abilities excellent communication and interpersonal skills strong decision-making capabilities and proficiency in change management.

How to Apply & Informal Enquiries

Applications for this post must be accompanied by a cover letter setting out relevant experience that illustrates how the essential criteria listed above is met.

The criterion for short listing is based on the requirements of the post as outlined in the eligibility criteria.

* Please note that you must submit a cover letter with your CV this forms part of your application and CVs will not be accepted without a detailed cover letter.

The closing date for submissions of CVs and cover letter is Sunday 29th of March 2026 by 11:45pm. Applications must be completed through the advertised post on by clicking Apply for Job.

Applications will not be accepted through direct email or any other method.

For informal enquiries for this specialty/department please contact Karen Mc Guire

For other queries relating to this recruitment process please contact Talent Acquisition Specialist

PLEASE NOTE:

CHI has transitioned to a process of a one commencement day per month for all new employees CHI internal transfers and Secondments. This update to our On boarding process is aligned to changes in our monthly/fortnightly payroll and with the launch of our new corporate induction program. This process enhancement ensures that we can thoroughly prepare for your arrival and facilitate a smooth transition in your on boarding journey.

It is important for you to note that if you do not have your pre-employments and mandatory training completed in time your commencement date will be deferred to the next available date.

Below youll find the list of commencement dates for 2026 for your information.

13thApril 2026

11thMay 2026

8th June 2026

Required Experience:

Director