Position: Director of Nursing (DON) – Aged Care – (Co. Meath)Location: Permanent - On site / Co. Meath, IrelandJob type: – Immediate StartSalary Range: (DOE)Our client is an aged-care facility committed to providing a quality person centred service and high standard of living to care of the elderly.Position Description:Ensure that the provision of a high standard of care and service to the resident, and their family members/representatives, and is consistent with the mission, vision, values and strategic plan of the client.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 facility 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 facility in a manner that maximises the resident's capacity to exercise personal autonomy and choice.Be responsible in relation to Governance and Leadership.Be responsible for staff managementBe responsible for in relation to Quality and Safety Management SystemParticipate in the overall management of the facility 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 GerontologyManagement qualificationsGerontology experienceIT skillsExperience: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.You will have access to:Employee Assistance Program.PRSA Pension Fund.Substantial Pharmacy Staff Discount.Cycle to Work Scheme.Mobile access to rosters on-line.Rosters issued in advance.Opportunities to progress your career.Monthly Staff Newsletter.Competitive Rates of Pay.Free Uniform.Free Nutritious Meals on Duty.Paid Induction Training and In-House Mandatory Training.Access to Online Education Platform.Please apply through the link provided or send your cv direct toJob Type: Full-timePay: €58,617.24-€96,237.92 per yearWork Location: In person