Director of Nursing

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

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

Responsibilities

• Provide governance, leadership, and overall operational management of the nursing home.
• Oversee the delivery of high-quality clinical and social care services to residents.
• Manage resident admissions, transfers, transitions, and occupancy processes effectively.
• Develop and maintain strong professional relationships with residents, families, and external stakeholders including HIQA, HSE, and GPs.
• Lead HR functions including staff supervision, team development, recruitment support, and performance management.
• Ensure effective financial management and administrative oversight within the service.
• Oversee facility operations and service management to maintain a safe, compliant, and high-quality care environment.

Requirements

• Registered General Nurse with active registration on the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland (NMBI) register.
• Minimum of 3 years' 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 leadership, organisational, interpersonal, and communication skills.
• Demonstrated commitment to continuous professional development.
• Fluent in English, both written and spoken.
• Ability to obtain Garda Clearance and provide satisfactory professional references.
• Must hold EU/EEA citizenship or have an unrestricted right to work in Ireland.
• A postgraduate qualification, or willingness to undertake further study, in areas such as Nursing Management, Gerontology, Healthcare Leadership, or Healthcare Management is desirable.
• Post-registration qualification in Dementia Care and/or Gerontology is highly desirable.

Benefits

• Competitive salary package.
• Pension scheme to support long-term financial security.
• Maternity, Adoptive, and Surrogacy Leave benefits available after 3 years of service.
• Free meals and uniforms provided for staff.
• Ongoing Continuous Professional Development (CPD), training, and educational support opportunities.
• Career progression and advancement opportunities within the organisation.
• Employee Assistance Programme offering counselling and financial advice services.
• Staff wellbeing programme to support employee health and wellness.
• Pharmacy discount benefits available to employees.
• TaxSaver commuter scheme and Bike to Work initiative.