Exciting Leadership Opportunity – Join a Home Under New Management
Are you an experienced nursing leader with a passion for delivering exceptional care? This is your opportunity to make a real impact.
We are delighted to invite applications for the role of Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) in our nursing home, now proudly under new ownership by Ethos Care. With a renewed vision, strong leadership, and a commitment to excellence, this is an exciting time to join our team and help shape the future of care in our home.
Why Join Us?
A Fresh Start Under New Management – Be part of a positive transformation with Ethos Care, focused on quality, respect, and person-centred care.
Flexible Scheduling – Work patterns that support both you and the service.
Competitive Salary & Benefits – Attractive pay, fortnightly payroll, and employee perks.
Career Development – Structured induction and continuous professional development.
Education Assistance Programme – We invest in your growth.
Meals Provided on Duty – Enjoy nutritious meals while at work.
Free Uniform & Name Badge – Professional and comfortable.
Supportive Team Environment – Join a collaborative and friendly workplace.
Wellbeing Initiatives – Because your health matters.
€1,000 Refer-a-Friend Bonus – Get rewarded for bringing great people to our team.
Free On-Site Parking – Hassle-free commuting.
As Assistant Director of Nursing, you will play a pivotal role in supporting the overall leadership and clinical governance of the nursing home.
You will:
- Support the Person in Charge (PIC) in the day-to-day management of operations and staff
- Ensure the delivery of high-quality, person-centred care
- Step into leadership in the absence of the PIC, in line with regulatory standards
- Provide clinical leadership, supervision, and mentorship to nursing and care teams
- Ensure compliance with all relevant legislation, HIQA standards, and best practices
- Oversee safeguarding processes and ensure all concerns are appropriately managed
- Coordinate staffing and workforce planning effectively
- Foster a culture of learning, development, and continuous improvement
- Act as a clinical resource, staying current with best practices in elderly care
- Promote and maintain a safe working environment
- Participate in a flexible rota over 7 days
What We're Looking For
- Registered Nurse with active NMBI (An Bord Altranais) PIN
- Third-level qualification in Nursing
- Minimum 6 years post-registration experience
- At least 2 years’ experience in a nursing home setting
- At least 2 years’ experience in a management role
- Qualification in Healthcare Management (or willingness to complete)
- Post-registration qualification in Gerontology or Dementia Care (desirable)
- Up-to-date training in:
- Infection Control
- Manual Handling & People Moving
- Medication Management
- Dementia Care
- CPR
- Safeguarding of Vulnerable Adults
- Strong leadership, organisational, and communication skills
- A genuine passion for enhancing the lives of older people
Ready to Make a Difference? Join a home that is evolving, improving, and committed to delivering excellence under Ethos Care’s leadership. Apply today and be part of something new, meaningful, and rewarding.
All applications will be treated with the strictest confidence.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: From €60,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Bike to work scheme
- Company events
- Employee assistance program
- On-site parking
- Store discount
Work Location: In person
