Assistant Director of Nursing

• Conducting internal audits and following up on results of same
  
• Initial induction of staff and ongoing training and development of staff
  
• Encouragement of innovative practice
  
• Ensuring implementation and adherence to Company and HIQA standards procedures and guidelines
  
• Conducting regular communication meetings with all clinical staff
  
• Establish a good rapport with external community agencies bringing the local community into the Home and facilitating residents to attend functions/activities within the local community
  
• Implement Company Health and Safety Policy to safeguard the safety and welfare of staff residents and others.
  
• Implement regular fire training and evacuation plans
  
• Ensure the hygiene and cleanliness of the home is to the highest standard
  
• Ensure a preventative maintenance program is in place and implemented
  
• Participate in the selection and interviewing of staff
  
• Conduct regular training needs analysis
  
• Cover the Director of Nursing if needed.
  
• Clinical practice in the home meets Regulations & Standards
  

Requirements

• Qualified Nurse with at least 3 years Management experience in the last 6 years in care of the older person
  
• Post registration management qualification in health or a related field
  
• Proven track record in healthcare clinical management
  
• Excellent Leadership Organizational and Communication skills
  
• Sound decisionmaking ability and results driven
  
• Ability to work well and promote a team environment
  
• Willingness to be flexible and adapt to the needs of the company
  
• Job Types: Permanent Fulltime
  
• Nursing Management: 2 years (preferred)
  

Benefits

• Company events
  
• Onsite parking