Assistant Director of Nursing
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Job Summary
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 (ADON) to a leading Nursing home in Clare Ireland.
Permanent/full time
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct internal audits and ensure timely follow-up on findings and action plans
- Lead staff induction programmes and support ongoing training and development initiatives
- Encourage and promote innovative practices in care delivery
- Ensure full compliance with company policies procedures and HIQA standards
- Organise and facilitate regular communication meetings with clinical staff
- Build strong relationships with external community agencies and support resident participation in local activities
- Collaborate with the Marketing team to enhance the Homes profile within the local community
- Implement and monitor the Company Health & Safety Policy to protect staff residents and visitors
- Coordinate regular fire training sessions and maintain effective evacuation procedures
- Maintain the highest standards of hygiene and cleanliness throughout the Home
- Ensure a preventative maintenance programme is in place and effectively managed
- Participate in recruitment including interviewing and selection of staff
- Conduct regular training needs analysis to support staff development
- Provide cover for the Director of Nursing when required
- Ensure clinical practices within the Home meet all relevant regulations and standards
Requirements
- Registered Nurse with a minimum of 3 years management experience within the last 6 years specifically in the care of older persons
- Post-registration qualification in management healthcare or a related field
- Proven track record in clinical management within a healthcare environment
- Strong leadership organisational and communication skills
- Demonstrated ability to make sound decisions and deliver results
- Ability to work collaboratively and foster a positive team environment
- Flexible and adaptable with a willingness to meet the evolving needs of the organisation
Benefits
Required Skills:
Registered Nurse with a minimum of 3 years management experience within the last 6 years specifically in the care of older persons Post-registration qualification in management healthcare or a related field Proven track record in clinical management within a healthcare environment Strong leadership organisational and communication skills Demonstrated ability to make sound decisions and deliver results Ability to work collaboratively and foster a positive team environment Flexible and adaptable with a willingness to meet the evolving needs of the organisation
