Assistant Director of Nursing- Maternity Cover

Assistant Director of Nursing- Maternity Cover

Full time recruitNet Ireland

Posted On 08/07/2026

Job Information

Nursing Home

€55,000.00 to €60,000.00 per annum

City Ferrybank

State/Province Waterford

Waterford

Job Description

RecruitNet International Ltd specialises in Healthcare recruitment for Domestic and Overseas candidates for Hospitals, Nursing Homes, Home care and Community care.

We are Hiring Assistant Director of Nursing-Maternity Cover to a lead Nursing care home in Waterford, Ireland.

Location: On-site, Waterford

Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time

Responsibilities

• Support the Director of Nursing/Person in Charge (PIC) in providing clinical, operational, and professional leadership to the nursing and care teams.
• Oversee and supervise the delivery of high quality, person centred care to residents.
• Ensure resident safety is maintained through the implementation of best clinical practices and quality standards.
• Promote a culture that respects the privacy, dignity, independence, and rights of all residents.
• Monitor care practices to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, organisational policies, and professional standards.
• Provide clinical guidance, mentorship, and support to nursing and healthcare staff.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of care quality through effective leadership, supervision, and performance monitoring.
• Foster a collaborative, multidisciplinary approach to resident care to achieve the best possible outcomes.

Requirements

• Recognised nursing qualification.
• Current registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland (NMBI).
• Minimum of 3 years' post registration nursing experience in the care of older persons within the previous 6 years.
• At least 3 years' management experience within a health or social care setting.
• Strong clinical knowledge with a comprehensive understanding of best practices and emerging trends in older person care.
• Post registration qualification in healthcare management or a related discipline.
• Management qualification or Higher Diploma in Gerontology is desirable.
• Proven leadership, team management, and decision making skills.
• Previous experience in an Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) role is advantageous.
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP), including counselling and financial advice.
• Employee Recognition Scheme.
• Educational assistance and ongoing professional development opportunities.
• Career advancement opportunities within a successful healthcare group.