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Assistant Director of Nursing

Ireland, Rathluirc (Charleville) · Job Posted June 15, 2026
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We are currently recruiting for an Assistant Director of Nursing to join the team in Charleville Nursing Home. The post of Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) is a senior clinical position which reports to the Director of Nursing (DON). The role will be responsible for providing clinical leadership, managing the day-to-day clinical practices in the Centre, appropriate staff rostering, delegation and supervision, performance and development, clinical governance and assessment of risks. The ADON will work collaboratively with the DON and Healthcare Manager as part of the senior management team in the Care Centre, providing clear communication and direction and deputising for the DON as required.

Job Responsibility

  • To ensure the delivery of the highest standards of nursing and social care which meet the individual needs of each resident
  • Ensuring that the home policies and expected clinical standards are read, understood and practiced at all times
  • Conducting ward rounds (including those with GP) to ensure that the best clinical outcomes are achieved on a continuous basis
  • Reviewing nursing documentation to ensure this reflects the care and treatment required by each individual resident and that assessments and care plans are completed appropriately within agreed timeframes and reviewed as required
  • Reviewing residents at increased risk of pressure sores, falls and other adverse events, and those who are clinically unwell, providing advice, support and assistance through clinical practices and documentation so as to ensure appropriate management plan is in place
  • Participate in handover and help troubleshoot any ongoing clinical issues and non-clinical issues, escalating to the Director of Nursing as appropriate
  • Ensuring medication practices are carried out according to An Bord Altranais guidelines and as per recommended practice in the nursing home
  • Ensuring that all nursing staff are deemed competent in all aspects of medication management
  • Ensuring that education on medication management practices is provided to all newly appointed staff as part of their induction
  • Undertaking regular MAMS Medicines audits in the centre and ensuring effective feedback and action plans are undertaken and reviewed
  • Supporting the CNMs in the centre and provide direction, mentorship and regular communication
  • Ensuring a strong focus is placed on working alongside the CNMs, staff nurses and carers in the centre
  • Maintaining a visible presence in the clinical areas
  • Monitoring practice in relation to care practices and give constructive feedback
  • Establishing a team dynamic in the centre
  • Carrying out regular Performance Appraisals and education & professional development objectives with CNMs, Staff Nurses and Care Assistants
  • Training, education, development and induction of nursing and care staff
  • Assessing education needs and implementing in house training
  • Participating in regular communication with staff
  • Participating in staff interviews and reviews as appropriate
  • Producing the roster
  • Monitoring usage of temporary or agency staff
  • Regularly reviewing residents’ documentation
  • Monitoring standards of cleanliness and hygiene
  • Ensuring environmental and hand hygiene audits are carried out regularly
  • Carrying out medication audits, health & safety audits, risk assessments and drawing up risk management plans in conjunction with DON
  • Auditing EpicCare
  • Interacting with and supporting residents and families on a daily basis
  • Ensuring that complaints are swiftly dealt with
  • Assisting and liaising with the multidisciplinary team, relatives and families
  • Reporting to the DON and responsible for the day to day clinical practices in the centre
  • Being responsible for the centre in the absence of the DON
  • Ensuring open, honest and clear communication
  • Being part of the senior management team
  • Being a role model of excellent nursing care and practice
  • Supervising staff, monitoring drug rounds, dealing with clinical issues
  • Checking staff rosters and getting cover for absences
  • Attending handovers and review progress of residents
  • Being hands-on with nurses and carers in the delivery of care
  • Implementing Company Health and Safety Policy to safeguard the safety and welfare of staff, residents and others

Requirements

  • First level registration
  • Registered on appropriate part of NMBI live register
  • Evidence of continuous Professional Development
  • Previous management experience
  • Proven track record in healthcare clinical management
  • Excellent Leadership, Organisational and Communication skills
  • Ability to work well and promote a team environment
  • Willingness to be flexible and adapt to the needs of the company
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