Excel Recruitment is currently looking for an Assistant Director of Nursing on behalf of our client, a well-renowned nursing home in County Galway. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated and driven individual with previous management experience

Located outside of Galway city, this facility provides respite and long-term care to older adults. As a family-run care home, our client is looking for an Assistant Director of Nursing who can uphold and encourage this atmosphere. If you are a CNM or a registered nurse with managerial experience - this role is for you.

Duties & Responsibilities of the ADON:
Undertake the role and responsibilities of the Assistant Director of Nursing in line with the Health Act 2007, related regulations, and HIQA National Quality Standards.
Oversee the organisation, management, and operations of all aspects of the Nursing Home in coordination with the Registered Provider.
Provide leadership and clinical supervision to all staff thus improving standards and maintaining high morale amongst the team.
Use leadership styles that have a positive impact on staff morale and the Nursing Home environment.
Establish and maintain through high standards of professional practice, a caring environment which is conducive to the physical, emotional, social, and spiritual individual needs of the residents.
Contribute to the safeguarding of residents, taking steps to protect residents from any form of abuse or neglect and using the appropriate reporting mechanisms to inform the relevant parties of any concerns.
Establish and maintain relationships with residents that are based on respect and equality.
Promote, encourage, and practice the ethos of person-centred care.
Be available to work night and weekend shifts as required.
Assist with patient care when required

ADON Requirements:
Third Level Degree in Nursing.
Registered with NMBI and hold an active PIN.
Current and valid relevant certificates
Minimum three years of previous work experience in a management capacity is desirable
Minimum three years' experience in the area of nursing of older people within the last six years
Minimum six years' post-registration nursing experience.
Proven clinical competence and passionate about delivering outstanding care to older people

If you have the desired experience and skills and would like to apply for this Nurse role, please apply by attaching a CV below for attention of Maraleeze.

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