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Job Description
Location: Silver Stream Healthcare Group, Greenpark Residential Care Home, Inner Relief Road
About Silverstream
Carrying out a range of duties to ensure that we provide a quality, person-centred care environment for all residents. The CNM will work on the floor, assist in supervision of all staff, and will be responsible for performance management and ongoing staff training. The CNM will demonstrate managerial and leadership skills and facilitate effective communication with colleagues in the nursing home.
About The Role
Roles & Responsibilities:
1. The CNM is responsible for maintaining a high standard of patient care through professional education and development of all nursing staff, acting as an expert practitioner, managing resources, and facilitating communication.
2. The CNM will manage Nursing and Healthcare Assistants on their team.
3. Ensure staff allocation is adhered to, considering the correct mix of skill and experience.
4. Supervise and develop the nursing team and actively participate in the delivery of care as appropriate.
5. Manage the assigned unit, taking responsibility for the safe delivery and coordination of nursing services, ensuring effective, efficient, and quality care.
6. Provide clinical and management leadership for Staff Nurse positions.
7. Facilitate effective communication with patients, relatives, visitors, and multidisciplinary teams, ensuring confidentiality is maintained.
8. Keep the residents’ register updated for all admissions and transfers.
9. Complete assessments and enter care plans for new admissions.
10. Lead family meetings to meet residents’ needs.
11. Ensure end-of-life wishes are documented for all residents.
12. Assist in coordinating Allied Health Professional reviews (e.g., SALT, TVN, Dietician).
13. Follow up on incidents, ensuring they are recorded in files and care plans.
14. Ensure residents are reviewed by GPs every three months.
15. Adhere to Silver Stream guidelines, policies, and procedures.
16. Maintain a safe working environment as per the Health and Safety at Work Act.
17. Respect confidential information obtained during professional practice.
Skills And Experience Required
1. The CNM must be registered in the general division of the Register of Nurses maintained by An Bord Altranais.
2. At least three years of recent relevant post-registration nursing experience in a nursing home environment, with a preference for a minimum of three years in a senior nursing/team leader role.
3. A recognized post-registration nursing course in gerontology is an advantage.
4. Proven clinical and professional management ability, clinical audit skills, and excellent leadership and communication skills.
5. Competence in the use of information technology.
Key Competencies
* Experience working with people with additional and/or complex needs
* Excellent organizational skills, self-motivated, and proactive
* Excellent verbal and written communication skills
* Willingness to learn and work as part of a multidisciplinary team
* Reliable, dedicated, and flexible
* High personal standards and goal-oriented
* Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills
* Ability to work independently
* Responsible and mature attitude towards work
Skills Needed
About The Company
Founded in 1993, Silver Stream Healthcare Group manages a network of nursing homes across Ireland, catering to up to 865 residents. The organization offers long-term residential care, respite care, dementia care, convalescence, and end-of-life care. Silver Stream's mission focuses on placing residents first, providing personalized care tailored to individual needs. The company prides itself on well-maintained facilities and a dedicated team committed to creating a homely atmosphere for residents.
Company Culture
Silver Stream Healthcare Group promotes a culture of compassion, respect, and continuous learning. The organization values person-centered care, encouraging staff to build meaningful relationships with residents. Ongoing training and development are provided to enhance skills and career progression. The company emphasizes teamwork, open communication, and staff well-being, fostering a supportive environment where employees feel valued and motivated.
Desired Criteria
* A recognized post-registration nursing course in gerontology is advantageous.
Required Criteria
* Registration in the general division of the Register of Nurses maintained by An Bord Altranais.
* At least three years recent relevant post-registration nursing experience in a nursing home, with a preference for a minimum of three years in senior nursing or team leader roles.
* Proven clinical and management ability, audit experience, and excellent leadership and communication skills.
Closing Date Monday 19th May 2025
Contract Type Full-time
Salary Based on Experience
Seniority level
* Not Applicable
Employment type
* Full-time
Job function
* Health Care Provider
* Nursing Homes and Residential Care Facilities
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