Job Title: Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON)
Job Summary
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Assistant Director of Nursing to join our team in Wexford. The successful candidate will provide clinical leadership, manage day-to-day clinical practices, and ensure the delivery of high-quality nursing care.
Duties and Responsibilities
Clinical Practice
* Ensure policies and expected clinical standards are read, understood, and practiced at all times.
* Review nursing documentation to ensure it reflects the care and treatment required by each individual resident.
* Participate in handover and help troubleshoot ongoing clinical issues.
Leadership and Management
* Support Charge Nurses and provide direction, mentorship, and regular communication.
* Carry out performance appraisals and education & professional development objectives with staff members.
* Train, educate, and develop nursing and care staff.
Clinical Governance
* Regularly review residents' documentation to ensure appropriate and timely assessments, care planning, and implementation of care.
* Deal with complaints swiftly and escalate for resolution as necessary.
* Liaise with the multidisciplinary team, relatives, and families.
Requirements
* Management course
* Oncology or palliative experience preferred
* Previous management experience
Skills and Attributes
* Excellent leadership, organisational, and communication skills
* Ability to collaborate effectively within a senior management team
* Sound decision-making ability
About Us
We are committed to delivering high-quality healthcare to the people of Ireland and rely on dedicated healthcare professionals to achieve this mission.