Director of Nursing Wicklow Nursing Home
Job Description
Director of Nursing Wicklow
An Exciting opportunity for the right candidate.
Director of Nursing required for a large state of the art nursing home in County Wicklow. This is an exciting opportunity to play a crucial part in a dynamic and forward-thinking company whicn provides fantastic support.
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
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
Benefits:
Parking on site
Bonus pay
Performance bonus
Retention bonus
Yearly bonus
There is an excellent remuneration package which reflects the importance of the role.
For immediate interview please email your CV to: sylvia.harrison@headhuntinternational.com
or call Sylvia on 087 8550555