Assistant Director of Nursing

at  Orpea Residences Ireland

Required for Belmont House Nursing Home, Galloping Green, Stillorgan, Dublin, A94KW44
JOB PURPOSE: To oversee / maintain the care of Residents within the Nursing Home in the absence of the Home Manager, to take responsibility for the day-to-day running of the Nursing Home, and ensure that all Company policies and procedures, and all legal requirements, are adhered to within the defined timescales.

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE & QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:

Current NMBI Registration
Previous management/supervisory experience
Ability to communicate effectively at all levels
Team player
Genuine interest in working with our Client group
Certification of Garda Vetting Unit clearance
Care for the Elderly experience / qualification

DESIRED:

Minimum two years management / supervisory experience
This Job Description indicates only the main duties and responsibilities of the post. It is not intended as an exhaustive list. Please note that you share with Orpea Residences the responsibility for making suggestions to alter the scope of your duties and improve the effectiveness of your post. Orpea Residences reserves the right to amend this Job Description from time to time, according to business needs. Any changes will be confirmed in writing

1. Ensure all Staff Members contribute to the best of their ability to the efficient running of the Nursing Home, and to the creation of an atmosphere conducive to the best interests of Residents.
   2.Interact with Residents to ensure that their health care needs are being met and resolve any problems where appropriate. Liaise with the District Nurse regarding Residents’ health care needs.
2. Report any ill-health amongst Residents and make requests for GP / Professional visits where necessary.
3. Ensure meals are of sufficient quantity and good quality, and that Resident’s dietary
   needs are met.
4. Undertake general nursing work & personal care as appropriate.
5. Administer prescribed medicines and maintain the necessary records as per NMBI and Company guidelines.
6. Support and assist the Home Manager in auditing Care Plan documentation to ensure best practice.
7. Practice maximum integrity in all dealings with Residents’ personal and financial affairs, and avoid abuse of the privileged relationship that exists with Residents.
8. Establish and maintain relationships with residents that are based on respect and dignity and that promote their independence.
9. Liaise with Director of Nursing to provide on call cover for holidays and every alternate weekend (at a maximum).