Assistant Director of Nursing

Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) - Dublin

About Akeso Healthsearch
Akeso Healthsearch is one of Ireland's leading healthcare recruitment agencies, specializing in connecting highly skilled professionals with meaningful roles in public and private hospitals, semi-acute facilities, nursing homes, homecare services, and primary care practices.

Position Overview
On behalf of our client, we are looking for an Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) to join an esteemed nursing home in Dublin. This is an ideal role for an experienced nursing leader who is passionate about person-centred care and ready to step into a senior management position.

Job Purpose:

To oversee and maintain the care of residents within the Nursing Home in the absence of the Home Manager. You will take responsibility for the day-to-day running of the Nursing Home, ensuring that all company policies, procedures, and legal requirements are adhered to within the defined timescales.

Main Responsibilities

Care:

• Ensure that all staff members contribute to the efficient running of the Nursing Home and create an atmosphere that prioritizes the best interests of residents.

• Interact with residents to ensure their healthcare needs are being met, resolving any issues where appropriate. Liaise with the District Nurse regarding residents' health needs.

• Report any ill-health among residents and request GP or professional visits as necessary.

• Ensure meals are of sufficient quantity, good quality, and meet residents' dietary needs.

• Undertake general nursing work and personal care as required.

• Administer prescribed medicines and maintain records in line with NMBI and company guidelines.

• Assist the Home Manager with auditing Care Plan documentation to ensure best practices.

• Practice maximum integrity in all dealings with residents' personal and financial affairs, and avoid any abuse of the privileged relationship that exists.

• Establish and maintain relationships with residents based on respect, dignity, and independence.

• Provide on-call cover for holidays and every alternate weekend (at maximum), in collaboration with the Director of Nursing.

Communication:

• Maintain