Job Description
TTM Healthcare are currently recruiting a Director of Nursing on behalf of a Meath based Nursing Home. This is a full time permanent contract working 39 hours per week. The Director of Nursing will be responsible for the following: Ensure that the provision of a high standard of care and service to the resident, and their family members/representatives, in this care Home is consistent with the mission, vision, values and strategic plan of t nursing home group. Promote and maintain resident safety and provide quality care through respecting the dignity, privacy and rights of the resident. Ensure all staff are aware that the Care Home is operated in a manner that respects the age, gender, sexual orientation, disability, family status, civil status, race, religious beliefs and ethnic and cultural background of each resident. Develop relationships with residents, which facilitates resident autonomy, informed choice and evidence-based decision-making. Encourage recognition of the resident as an individual; ensuring residents rights, needs and comfort are given priority during the provision of care. Oversee the delivery of resident care together with all members of the multi-disciplinary teams. Manage the Care Home in a manner that maximises the residents capacity to exercise personal autonomy and choice. Be responsible in relation to Governance and Leadership. Be responsible for staff management Be responsible for in relation to Quality and Safety Management System Participate in the overall management of the Care Home as part of the Management Team. Be responsible for regulatory compliance. Qualifications: Essential A registered General Nurse on the Register of Nurses held by Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland. Post registration qualification in nursing people with dementia. Evidence of continuous professional development. A post registration management qualification in health or a related field. Desirable: Post Graduate diploma in Gerontology Management qualifications Gerontology experience IT skills Experience: Essential: Minimum three years post graduate experience with a minimum of two years' experience in Care of the Older Person within the previous 6 years. Have not less than 3 years' experience in a management capacity in the health and social area. Desirable: Have an in-depth knowledge of the ageing process. Benefits: Employee Assistance Program. Substantial Pharmacy Staff Discount. 25 days AL Cycle to Work Scheme. Mobile access to rosters on-line. Rosters issued in advance. Monthly Staff Newsletter. Free Nutritious Meals on Duty. Paid Induction Training and In-House Mandatory Training. Access to Online Education Platform. Incentive Bonus for introducing new staff of €500 (T&C's apply). For more information, call Louise on ext 11 to view a full job description. JOB-29847 Skills: Director of Nursing