Assistant Director of Nursing - North Dublin

at  Carechoice

CareChoice is one of Ireland’s leading residential homes for the older person. We provide dedicated care and a safe and welcoming home for all our Residents. Our ethos is to create a home from home for our clients, where they can live life to the full with support and respect, whilst enjoying building relationships with all our staff.
We are currently seeking an Assistant Director of Nursing who will contribute to delivering high standards of care to our residents in CareChoice Malahide Road
Title: Assistant Director of Nursing
Location: Malahide Road, Dublin

• Assist the Director of Nursing in the day-to-day management of the nursing home, ensuring high standards of care are maintained for all residents.
• Supervise and mentor nursing staff, providing guidance, support, and training to maintain a high level of clinical care and compliance with best practices.
• Ensure compliance with HIQA standards and regulations, adhering to all local and national health and safety policies.
• Manage staffing needs, including recruitment, scheduling, and performance management of nursing and care staff.
• Lead quality improvement initiatives, including audits, reviews, and evaluations to continually improve care delivery.
• Coordinate resident care plans with multidisciplinary teams, including doctors, therapists, and social workers.
• Handle complex clinical cases, providing expert advice and ensuring residents receive appropriate care tailored to their needs.
• Monitor infection control procedures and ensure that they are in place and strictly adhered to throughout the nursing home.
• Support the development and implementation of policies and procedures in line with regulatory and organizational requirements.
• Act as a liaison between residents, families, and staff, promoting open communication and a resident-centered care approach.
• Oversee admissions and discharge processes, ensuring smooth transitions and accurate documentation.
• Assist with budgeting and resource allocation, ensuring effective use of resources in the delivery of care.
• Promote continuous professional development among staff through in-service training and education programs.