Assistant Director of Nursing, Waterford

Waterford, Ireland | Posted on 05/08/2026 We have a fantastic opening for an

Assistant Director of Nursing

at a reputable Nursing Home in the

Waterford area! Are you a Nurse

that is passionat

e about making a difference in people's lives?Do you have excellent leadership and communication skills?

Assist with hiring, training nurses and monitor nurses.

Managing clinical operations and developing care plans.

Preparing the daily schedule and planning shifts.

Ensuring nursing staff follows departmental procedures and policies.

Assisting in budget preparation and expense management.

Conducting patient rounds and addressing complaints.

Evaluating the performance of the department and recommending improvements.

Scheduling staff meetings for patient updates, issues, and recommendations.

Requirements

Have not less than 3 years’ experience of nursing older persons in the last 6 years

Have a minimum of 7 years post-registration experience

Have in-depth knowledge of regulatory requirements and regulatory inspection activity as they pertain to residential care centres

Hold a third-level qualification in management

Have the ability to manage one’s own workload effectively while responding flexibly to new demands at short notice

Demonstrate an ability to embrace change and be committed to continuous improvement and learning throughout the residential care home

Have the skill to influence others, build constructive relationships and achieve outcomes

Promote an ethos and culture of quality assurance within the clinical area, identifying and establishing benchmarks and KPIs in consultation with the Director of Nursing

Be a Registered General Nurse

Be available to work flexible hours when required

Continuous Professional Development and training

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