Assistant Director Of Nursing

OverviewAssistant Director of Nursing (ADON): MED Directorate Day Services Pillar at St James's Hospital DublinRole Title:Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON): MED Directorate Day Services PillarJob Reference Number:Closing Date:Monday, 27th October ****Purpose of the RoleThe post holder will be responsible for delivering a high-quality, safe nursing service within the Directorate.They will lead and manage the current pillar structure of multiple medical day services and medical inpatient areas.This role involves providing professional leadership to nursing staff at all levels, offering expert advice, and contributing to the development and implementation of nursing policy and strategy.The post holder will ensure strategic objectives are achieved by advancing nursing roles which respond dynamically to patient needs and service priorities.In alignment with our Professional Practice Model and Pathway to Excellence standards, they will foster a culture of clinical excellence, shared decision making, and continuous professional development.They will champion the core values of nursing and this includes promoting evidence based practice, empowering nursing teams through collaborative leadership, and embedding a culture of respect, safety, and quality in every aspect of care delivery.Working in close partnerships with the Clinical Director, Operations Manager, and ADON colleagues, the post holder will help shape the strategic direction of nursing services.They will ensure the service plays a key role in achieving corporate objectives and robust governance structures are in place and maintained.ResponsibilitiesLead and manage the pillar structure of multiple medical day services and medical inpatient areas to ensure high-quality, safe nursing care.Provide professional leadership to nursing staff at all levels; offer expert advice and contribute to development and implementation of nursing policy and strategy.Drive strategic objectives by advancing nursing roles responsive to patient needs and service priorities.Foster clinical excellence, shared decision making, and continuous professional development in line with Professional Practice Model and Pathway to Excellence standards.Promote evidence-based practice; empower nursing teams through collaborative leadership; embed a culture of respect, safety, and quality in care delivery.Collaborate with the Clinical Director, Operations Manager, and ADON colleagues to shape the strategic direction of nursing services.Ensure robust governance structures are in place and maintained; align nursing services with corporate objectives.Required qualificationsRegistered General Nurse with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland.At least 7 years of post-registration experience in an acute hospital setting within the last 9 years.Minimum 4 years' management experience at CNM II level within the last 7 years or 2 years' experience at CNM III grade within the past 4 years.A Master's Degree (completed or currently underway) in Healthcare Management, Leadership, or Operational Excellence.Proven knowledge and experience in risk management and quality improvement.Demonstrated ability to implement developments aligned with the organisation/IHA strategic objectives.Experience in leading service developments and managing change initiatives.Experience in establishing Integrated Care advanced practice roles.A postgraduate qualification (level 8 or higher on the NFQ) in a healthcare or management related field.Working knowledge of healthcare patient record systems.Experience in nursing/MDT research and audit in line with local and national strategies.Seniority levelNot ApplicableEmployment typeFull-timeJob functionHealth Care ProviderIndustriesHospitals and Health CareWe're not including boilerplate or unrelated postings.This description retains the role-specific details and required qualifications.#J-*****-Ljbffr