Assistant Director of Nursing, Askeaton

Windmill Healthcare has an exciting opportunity for Assistant Director of Nursing in Abbot Close Care Centre, Askeaton Co. Limerick

Abbot Close Care Centre is 65-bed facility, including a dementia unit, a part of Windmill Healthcare- a boutique Nursing Home Group.

This position reports to the Director of Nursing / Person in Charge. This is an exciting opportunity to lead and develop a team of Clinical Nurse Managers, Registered Nurses and Healthcare Assistants and to play an integral and active role in a committed Multidisciplinary Team to make a significant contribution at Abbot Close Care Centre.

Responsibilities

• Support and deputise in the absence of the Director of Nursing, will undertake the role and responsibilities of the Person-in-Charge in line with the Health Act 2007, related regulations and HIQA standards.
• Ensure that overall standards of hygiene and food safety are maintained at the highest level possible
• Participate in clinical management within Abbot Close Care Centre in consultation with the DON including providing care to residents, communicating with residents/families/representatives, managing staff, monitoring performance and standards, developing policies and procedures, and delivering training
• Coordinate the quality and safety system including all aspects of clinical risk management and resident involvement.
• Participate in coaching and appraisal of staff on a regular basis
• In consultation with HR, participate in grievance and disciplinary activities
• Coordinate, roster and manage staff in conjunction with the senior management team in the Home
• Lead by example a professional, punctual and dedicated team
• Participate in the development of policies and standards for Abbot Close Care Centre

Requirements

• NMBI Registration
• Must have past experience as a Clinical Nurse Manager 2 or Assistant Director of Nursing within a Nursing Home.
• 3 years post-registration experience in a nursing home environment in the last 6 years.
• Level 9 management qualification
• Qualification in Gerontology and/or Dementia is desirable
• Thorough knowledge of HIQA standards, regulations and governance in a Nursing Home setting
• Excellent communication, leadership and organisational skills
• Demonstrate an ability to embrace change and be committed to continuous improvement and learning throughout the Care Centre
• Have the ability to manage your own workload effectively while responding flexibly to new demands at short notice.

 What do we offer?

• Competitive Basic Salary
• Company Laptop and Phone
• Pension Contribution Scheme
• 5 weeks Annual Leave
• Employee Assistance Program
• On-site parking
• Flexible working hours - Monday to Friday

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