Job Description RecruitNet International Ltd specialises in Healthcare recruitment for Domestic and Overseas candidates for Hospitals, Nursing Homes, Home care and Community care.
RecruitNet International Ltd is hiring an Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) for a Rehabilitation Unit in Co Wexford , Ireland.
Key Responsibilities Ensuring that the care centre policies and expected clinical standards are read, understood and practised at all times.
Conducting ward rounds (including those with GP) to ensure that the best clinical outcomes are achieved on a continuous basis.
Reviewing nursing documentation to ensure this reflects the care and treatment required by each individual resident and that assessments and care plans are completed appropriately within agreed timeframes and reviewed as required.
Supporting the CNMs in the nursing home and provide direction, mentorship and regular communication.
Ensuring a strong focus is placed on working alongside the CNMs, staff nurses and carers in the nursing home, maintain a visible presence in the clinical areas.
Monitor practice in relation to care practices and give constructive feedback.
Establish a team dynamic in the home and ensure that the team works cohesively in planning, implementing and reviewing improvements to care and practice.
Carrying out regular Performance Appraisals and education & professional development objectives with CNMs, Staff Nurses and Care Assistants.
All CNM appraisals to be performed in conjunction with the DON.
Clinical audits.
Regularly review residents' documentation, ensuring appropriate and timely assessments, care planning and implementation of care is documented and reviewed.
In addition to observing practice, the ADON also monitors standards of cleanliness and hygiene, and fosters an effective working relationship and good communication between nurses, carers, housekeeping and catering staff.
Requirements A minimum of seven years' post-registration experience.
A minimum of three years of experience as a Clinical Nurse Manager or above.
Experience working in a rehabilitation facility or equivalent.
Post-registration management qualifications in health or a related subject.
First-level registration Registered on the appropriate part of the Irish living registration.
Evidence of Continuous Professional Development Previous management experience.
Benefits Competitive salary A unique, friendly, and caring work environment Flexible working Free on-site parking Security of Employment Recognition & Awards Professional Development Fulfilling Employment Opportunities to travel Multiple Locations Nationwide Life Insurance/Death In Service Cover which covers two times your annual salary Bike to Work Scheme Free Garda Vetting Free Uniforms