Senior Nursing Leadership Position

This role is a senior position within our healthcare organization, responsible for leading and managing nursing services. The Assistant Director of Nursing will play a key role in ensuring the highest standards of care, patient safety, and operational efficiency.

• Leadership and Clinical Management:
  • Support the Director of Nursing in overall leadership and management of nursing services, ensuring patient care at the highest standards.
  • Assist in development, implementation, and monitoring of nursing policies, procedures, and strategic objectives in line with organizational goals.
  • Lead and mentor nursing staff, providing guidance, professional support, and leadership to maintain high clinical excellence.
  • Support the Director of Nursing in management of nursing resources, ensuring efficient and effective use of staff, equipment, and facilities.
• Clinical Governance and Quality Assurance:
  • Support the Director of Nursing in ensuring clinical governance frameworks are implemented and maintained across nursing services.
  • Contribute to development and review of clinical guidelines and policies to ensure evidence-based best practices are consistently applied.
  • Lead and support initiatives aimed at improving patient safety, reducing incidents, and promoting culture of continuous quality improvement (CQI).
  • Collaborate with senior clinical staff to monitor patient outcomes and patient satisfaction, and identify areas for service improvement.
• Operational Management and Resource Planning:
  • Assist in planning, coordination, and allocation of nursing resources, ensuring department operates efficiently within budgetary constraints.
  • Work closely with the Director of Nursing to ensure adequate staffing levels across all clinical areas, using workforce planning tools to address gaps in staffing or skill mix.
  • Contribute to development and management of the nursing budget, ensuring effective use of resources and cost control.
  • Oversee day-to-day operational management of nursing services, ensuring patient care is delivered in an efficient and timely manner.
• Staff Development and Education:
  • Support development and delivery of ongoing professional development programme for nursing staff, ensuring they have access to relevant training, continuing professional development (CPD), and career advancement opportunities.
  • Assist in recruitment, retention, and mentoring of nursing staff to ensure motivated, engaged, and skilled workforce.
  • Promote learning environment that encourages staff to engage in reflective practice, pursue postgraduate education, and participate in research activities.
• Clinical Research and Innovation:
  • Support Director of Nursing in promoting research-oriented culture within nursing team, encouraging staff to engage in evidence-based practice and research initiatives.
  • Lead or contribute to implementation of innovative nursing practices aimed at improving patient care and operational efficiency.
  • Promote culture of innovation and improvement within nursing team by supporting introduction of new care models, technologies, and practices.

• Education:
  • Registered Nurse with Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland (NMBI) and holding current practising certificate.
  • Postgraduate qualification in nursing, healthcare management, or related field (essential); Master's degree preferred.
  • Evidence of ongoing professional development and leadership training.
• Experience:
  • A minimum of 5 years of experience in nursing, with at least 3 years in a senior clinical or leadership role.
  • Experience in managing nursing teams, clinical operations, and working within multidisciplinary team environment.
  • Proven track record in delivering high-quality patient care, improving clinical outcomes, and leading nursing teams effectively.

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional development, training, and career progression.
• Supportive and inclusive work environment with focus on staff well-being.
• Access to wellness and health promotion programmes.