We are seeking a dedicated, experienced and compassionate Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) to join our leadership team within a well-established nursing home group. This is an exciting opportunity to make a real impact—supporting excellence in resident care while advancing your career in a supportive and progressive environment.

Working with the Director of Nursing, the successful candidate will work to ensure that the highest standards of nursing care are delivered to residents and support and promote the creation of a homely environment where the quality of life of our residents is the key focus. The Assistant Director of Nursing will support the Director of Nursing in the overall clinical governance and day to day management of the nursing home. The role involves providing clinical leadership, overseeing standards of care, supporting audits and inspections and ensuring policies and procedures are implemented in practice.

Requirements:

• Registered Nurse with Active NMBI Registration.
• Experience in a senior nursing role or management role (ADoN/CNM/Senior Staff Nurse). Minimum 3 years is desirable in care of the older person.
• Demonstrable clinical and professional ability, leadership, communication and organisational skills.
• Commitment to delivering high quality person centred care.
• Strong Working knowledge of HIQA standards, procedures, notifications and guidelines.
• Post registration qualification in gerontology and/or dementia care is highly desirable or willingness to undertake within 3 years.
• Must be eligible to work in Ireland.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide clinical leadership and support the day to day running of the home.
• Oversee care delivery, documentation and clinical standards across the home promote a strong team-based culture.
• Lead on clinical governance, audits and risk management.
• Contribute to staff rostering, performance management and ongoing development.
• Act as a key point of contact for residents and families.
• Deputise for the Director of Nursing as required.
• Ensuring medication practices are carried out according to Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland guidelines and ensuring that all nursing staff are deemed competent.

What to Expect / Benefits:

• Competitive salary.
• 25 days annual leave.
• Pension Scheme (negotiable matching).
• Death in Service benefit.
• Free Parking.
• Pharmacy Discount.
• Education reimbursement.
• Complementary meals.
• Relocation Packages.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Training and Development Opportunities.