Job Position: Assistant Director of Nursing
Location: Shannon Lodge Nursing Home, Rooskey, Co. Roscommon
Benefits:
* Excellent rate of pay
* Free on-site parking
* Subsidised meals on site
* Continuous Professional Development and training
* Employee Assistance Programme
* Refer-a-friend bonus
* Supportive work environment
About Shannon Lodge Nursing Home:
Shannon Lodge is a family-run nursing home with over 18 years of experience providing high-quality, compassionate care in a warm, homelike environment. We are dedicated to creating a supportive “home from home” for our residents, where they can live life fully, with respect and kindness from all our team members.
Role Overview:
We are seeking an experienced Director of Nursing to support and enhance the care we provide to our residents. This role involves supporting and, when necessary, stepping in for the Director of Nursing to ensure compliance, clinical safety, and high standards in hygiene, food safety, and housekeeping.
Key Responsibilities:
* Serve as the Person-in-Charge during the Director of Nursing’s absence in line with the Health Act 2007, associated regulations, and HIQA standards.
* Ensure exceptional standards in hygiene, food safety, and housekeeping.
* Participate in clinical management, engaging directly with residents, families, and staff.
* Oversee staff performance, coordinate rosters, and lead with professionalism and dedication.
* Develop and implement policies, quality assurance measures, and clinical risk management practices.
* Collaborate with HR on grievance and disciplinary matters.
* Work alongside senior management on operational standards and resident care policies.
Essential Criteria:
* At least 3 years’ experience nursing older persons within the last 6 years, with a total of 7 years post-registration experience.
* Third-level qualification in management.
* Registered General Nurse (RGN) with a commitment to ongoing learning and improvement.
* Strong skills in workload management, effective communication, and collaboration.
* Flexible availability as needed.
Schedule:
* Full-time, permanent position
* 8-hour shifts, Monday to Friday, with daytime hours
Contact for Confidential Inquiry:
Adrian Cox - 087 839 4400
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From €60,000.00 per year
Additional pay:
* Performance bonus
Application deadline: 30/11/2024
Reference ID: Director of Nursing
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