Clinical Nurse Manager
We are recruiting for a Clinical Nurse Manager to lead our team at Kilkenny Nursing Home, a well-established employer in elderly care.
Key Responsibilities:
* Ensure delivery of highest standards of nursing and social care, meeting individual resident needs by:
* Troubleshoot ongoing clinical and non-clinical issues and escalate to Director of Nursing;
* Perform comprehensive assessments and monitor ongoing modifications;
Medication Management:
* Supervise medication administration and compliance;
* Order monthly stock and compile inventory;
* Liaise with GPs and pharmacy regarding reviews and audits;
Staff Supervision & Training:
* Work alongside Staff Nurses and Care Assistants, promoting professional approach and high standard of direct care;
* Participate in training and performance appraisal;
Auditing:
* Review recent admissions, ensuring proper assessments, planning, implementation, and evaluation;
* Monitor cleanliness and hygiene standards, fostering effective working relationships between staff;
Residents/Relatives - Person Centred:
* Interact and support residents and families daily, serving as key point of contact and ambassador;
* Address complaints promptly;
Management:
* Oversee daily activities, including roster management, handovers, and reviewing resident progress;
* Support and develop clinical practice through hands-on approach;
* Implement Company Health and Safety Policy to ensure staff, resident, and visitor safety;
Requirements:
* BSc in General Nursing or equivalent;
* Dementia experience desirable;
* Previous managerial training/experience an advantage;
* Registered on NMBI live register;