Nursing Home Leadership: Clinical Care&Team Empowerment, Carrick-on-Suir

We are currently recruiting an experienced and motivated

Assistant Director of Nursing

to support the senior leadership team in the day-to-day management and clinical governance of an established nursing home in Carrick-on-Suir, Co.Tipperary. This role is ideal for a strong clinical leader who is passionate about delivering high-quality, person-centred care to older people. The Role

The Assistant Director of Nursing plays a key leadership role in supporting the Director of Nursing with the organisation, management, and operation of the nursing home. You will help maintain excellent standards of care, ensure regulatory compliance, and foster a positive, respectful environment for residents and staff.In the absence of the Director of Nursing, you will assume responsibility for the overall management of the service in line with legislation and regulatory standards. Key Responsibilities

Support the Director of Nursing in the clinical and operational management of the nursing home

Assume responsibility for the service in the absence of the Director of Nursing

Ensure compliance with the Health Act 2007, HIQA regulations, and National Quality Standards

Promote and maintain a high standard of person-centred care that meets residents’ physical, emotional, social, and spiritual needs

Provide leadership, guidance, and clinical supervision to nursing and care teams

Support safeguarding practices and ensure concerns are reported appropriately

Promote dignity, privacy, respect, and quality of life for all residents

Assist with staffing, rostering, and ensuring safe skill mix at all times

Act as a clinical resource for staff and contribute to service and professional development

Encourage a positive learning culture through open communication and team engagement

Be flexible and available for day, night, and weekend shifts as required

Education&Qualifications

Third-level degree in Nursing

Registered with An Bord Altranais (active PIN required)

Post-registration qualification in healthcare management (or willingness to undertake training)

Post-registration qualification in gerontology or dementia care is desirable

Up-to-date training in infection control, medication management, manual handling, CPR, dementia care, and safeguarding (training can be provided)

Skills&Experience

Minimum 6 years’ post-registration nursing experience

At least 2 years’ experience working in a nursing home setting

Minimum 2 years’ experience in a supervisory or management role

Proven ability to lead, motivate, and support multidisciplinary teams

Strong clinical knowledge and a passion for high-quality elder care

Excellent communication, organisational, and decision-making skills

What We’re Looking For

A supportive and approachable leader who leads by example

Strong interpersonal and problem-solving skills

Ability to manage workload effectively in a fast-paced environment

Commitment to continuous improvement, quality, and resident safety

Experience in coaching, mentoring, and people management

Health, Safety&Quality

Promote a strong health, safety, and quality culture

Ensure accurate documentation, incident reporting, and engagement in quality initiatives

Maintain high standards of hygiene, professionalism, and use of PPE

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