Assistant Director Of Nursing

Overview
Assistant Director of Nursing - Signacare Waterford at Virtue Integrated Care.
We are currently recruiting for an Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) to join Signacare Waterford Nursing Home.
Signacare Waterford is committed to enhancing the quality of life for all our residents by living our core values in relation to communication, respecting residents' rights, choice and individuality, promoting their independence and collaborating with our many community partners.
Our mission is to ensure residents feel valued and loved within their homes.
Our strong family ethos and team of talented, diverse and caring colleagues is central to a supportive and nurturing environment that creates a strong sense of home for our residents.
Our core company values: Communication, Privacy, Respect & Dignity, Choice, Independence, Individuality, Rights, Community Partnership.
Job Summary
The Assistant Director of Nursing will hold responsibility for the home and report directly to the Director of Nursing.
The successful candidate will maintain and enhance the professional services and provision of care to residents, managing all operational matters (clinical and non-clinical) to improve resident outcomes.
The overall objective is to provide leadership and management to the team, ensuring that the home's vision and values are understood and acted upon, and ensuring that the quality of service and care meets the highest possible standard while adhering to regulatory requirements.
Principal Responsibilities
Provide clinical leadership to the home and team.
Enhance and lead the delivery of person-centred care to residents.
Promote person-centred care that meets the physical, emotional, social, intellectual and spiritual needs of residents.
Conduct audits and develop action plans.
Maintain up-to-date knowledge of relevant regulations, standards and guidance.
Workforce planning and employment decisions including selection, mentoring and applying appropriate corrective actions.
Support and empower floor managers to effectively manage in their roles.
Encourage, mentor and monitor others for management and clinical decision making.
Analyse performance from business and financial perspectives and assist to achieve financial goals and objectives.
Identify risks and ensure they are reported and escalated appropriately.
Ensure decisions support attainment of objectives within budget.
Chair and conduct clinical and governance meetings.
Contract
Full-time, Permanent Contract
Requirements
A qualified RGN with at least 3 years' experience in the last 6 years in care of the older person.
Not less than 3 years' experience in a management capacity in the health and social care area.
Current registration with NMBI.
A post-registration management qualification in health or a related field.
Post-registration qualification in dementia care and gerontology, highly desirable.
Detailed knowledge of HIQA standards and regulations.
Ability to communicate effectively with residents, family members, team members, management and external bodies (e.g. HIQA, HSE, GPs).
Strong planning, organisational, people management and financial management skills.
Evidence of continuous professional development.
Why work for us?
Excellent remuneration package
Employee Assistance Programme
Employee Recognition Scheme
Continuous training and development opportunities
Educational Support
Free Parking
Free Meals
Career advancement opportunities as part of a successful group
Signacare Waterford Nursing Home is an equal opportunities employer.
Please note, only candidates that can display a valid visa and/or valid right to work in the Republic of Ireland will be considered for interview upon submission of their application.
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