Assistant Director of Nursing - Beechwood Nursing Home

at  Beechfield Care Group

Beechfield Care Group are now hiring for a Assistant Director of Nursing to assume responsibility for the overall management of Beechwood Nursing Home, Carlow

ABOUT BEECHWOOD NURSING HOME

Beech Wood Nursing Home is a purpose-built residential home situated in the picturesque village of Leighlinbridge just 3km from the M9 and pleasantly located on the banks of the river Barrow. The nursing home is adjacent to the Arboretum Garden Centre and is within walking distance of the local Church, hotel, and other local amenities. Beech Wood is set within large garden spaces with three enclosed garden courtyards for residents to enjoy. But what really makes us special is our residents, families, and staff. We really have the most amazing people living and working here, that are truly dedicated to their work.
This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced nurse manager to join our expanding nursing home group. We are looking for a dynamic, organised individual who will drive resident safety and experience and lead our care teams to strive for excellence in all we do.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• NMBI Registered Nurse
• Nursing management experience in the elder care setting
• Post registration Management qualification in health or a related field
• Thorough knowledge of HIQA standards, regulations and governance in a Nursing Home setting
• Proven track record in management
• Excellent Leadership, Organisational and Communication skills
• Ability to promote a team environment
• Sound decision making ability and results driven
• Willingness to be flexible and adapt to the needs of the company
• Qualification in Gerontology and/or Dementia would be desirable

THE ASSISTANT DIRECTOR OF NURSING WILL PROVIDE PROFESSIONAL AND MANAGERIAL LEADERSHIP AT BEECHWOOD NURSING HOME, CARLOW. THE POST HOLDER WILL ACT AS A PROFESSIONAL VISIBLE ROLE MODEL.

• Provide professional leadership, motivation and supervision to ensure the high standards of care.
• Provide effective clinical and professional leadership that demonstrates the values and behaviours aligned to Beechfield Care Group ethos and act as a role model for all staff within the nursing home.
• Provide line management and develop the clinical nursing teams, care teams and individuals as required within the Care Group.
• Support the delivery of care through patient and staff engagement, clinical supervision and holding self and others to account for the delivery of care in the nursing home.
• Develop innovative strategies to guide and coach Nursing/teams in developing and strengthening leadership skills in order to meet the responsibilities of their role and provide succession planning.
• Deputise for the Director of Nursing when required.
• Assist and act as a catalyst in determining service needs and plans in conjunction with the Director of Nursing and Management.
• Ensure that resources are used effectively and appropriately.
• Any other duties as required.