Director of Nursing

at  Orpea Residences Ireland

We are delighted to announce we are recruiting for a Director of Nursing to join our Orpea Family.
The Residence Kilkenny is a state of the art purpose-built Nursing Home set within a short distance of Kilkenny town centre, Co Kilkenny, opening in June/July 2024.
The Nursing Home consists of 80 single ensuite bedrooms, furnished to an exceptionally high standard.

QUALIFICATIONS SKILLS & ATTRIBUTES REQUIRED:

• Qualified Nurse with at least 3 years Management experience in the last 6 years in care of the older person
• Post registration management qualification in health or a related field
• Proven track record in healthcare clinical management
• Excellent Leadership, Organisational and Communication skills
• Sound decision making ability and results driven
• Ability to work well and promote a team environment
• Willingness to be flexible and adapt to the needs of the company

PURPOSE OF POSITION

To effectively manage the successful operation of the designated Nursing Home, ensuring delivery of on the key objectives of the delivery of excellent and consistent person-centred care with high quality care standards being maintained while in line with commercial targets and business objectives.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Conducting internal audits and following up on results of same
• Initial induction of staff and ongoing training and development of staff
• Encouragement of innovative practice
• Ensuring implementation and adherence to Company and HIQA standards, procedures and guidelines
• Conducting regular communication meetings with all clinical staff
• Establish a good rapport with external community agencies bringing the local community into the Home and facilitating residents to attend functions/activities within the local community
• Liaise with Marketing to maximise opportunities to ensure the Home has a high profile in the local community
• Implement Company Health and Safety Policy to safeguard the safety and welfare of staff, residents and others
• Implement regular fire training and evacuation plans
• Ensure the hygiene and cleanliness of the home is to the highest standard
• Ensure a preventative maintenance programme is in place and implemented
• Participate in the selection and interviewing of staff
• Conduct regular training needs analysis
• Clinical practice in the home meets Regulations & Standards