Overview
Cpl Healthcare are working with an established client in the recruitment of an ADON for a Nursing Home based in Carna, Co. Galway. It is a 51 bed nursing home plus assisted living.
What’s on offer
- Permanent 40 hours a week or less if required and adaptable regarding days if part time.
- Salary Negotiable depending on experience
- 4 weeks annual leave
- 24hr GP cover for the Nursing home
- Further education and training opportunities
Job Description
The Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) will support the Director of Nursing in the day-to-day clinical and operational management of the nursing home, ensuring a high standard of evidence-based care in line with HIQA, company policies, and national standards. The ADON will play a key role in quality improvement, governance, compliance, staff management, and resident wellbeing.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist the DON in leading and supervising the delivery of person-centred, evidence-based nursing care.
- Monitor and evaluate clinical practices to ensure they meet current HIQA standards
- Support the development, implementation, and monitoring of care plans in collaboration with the multidisciplinary team.
- Oversee infection prevention and control measures in line with updated HIQA guidance
- Assist in preparing for, responding to, and following up on HIQA inspections and audits.
- Maintain and update required documentation, including risk registers, incident logs, care plans, and audit results.
- Supervise, mentor, and support nursing and care staff, promoting continuous professional development.
- Participate in recruitment, onboarding, rostering, and performance appraisals.
- Facilitate regular team meetings, clinical supervision, and reflective practice sessions.
- Promote dignity, autonomy, and choice for all residents in a safe, inclusive environment.
- Act as a key point of contact for residents and families, handling concerns or complaints professionally and in line with policy.
- Assist the DON in strategic planning, budgeting, resource allocation, and policy development.
- Contribute to quality improvement initiatives and the development of the annual Quality Improvement Plan (QIP).
- Deputise for the DON as required.
Qualifications & Experience
- Registered General Nurse (RGN) with the NMBI– active registration required.
- Minimum of 3 years experience in nursing management /nursing home or similar aged care setting.
- Demonstrated knowledge of HIQA, the National Standards, and relevant legislation.
- Leadership training and/or a management qualification (e.g., QQI Level 6 in Management) is desirable.
- Postgraduate qualification in nursing leadership.
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