Social network you want to login/join with:Director of Nursing - Suncroft, The Curragh, Kildare, SuncroftClient:Trinity Care Nursing HomesLocation:Suncroft, IrelandJob Category:Other-EU work permit required:YesJob Reference:a8491dfd1350Job Views:3Posted:24.07.2025Expiry Date:07.09.2025Job Description:We are seeking a new Director of Nursing for our Suncroft Lodge Nursing Home, located just outside The Curragh in Co. Kildare. The successful candidate will have experience managing a home of approximately 70 beds, with excellent leadership qualities, a positive attitude, and strong clinical skills. They will lead our team of nurses, carers, catering, housekeeping, and administrative staff to deliver safe, person-centered, high-quality care to residents, in line with HIQA standards and Health Act 2007 regulations.The ideal candidate should possess the following qualifications and experience:Professional RegistrationMust be a Registered Nurse with active registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland (NMBI).Minimum of 3 years' post-registration experience in elderly care.At least 3 years in a nursing management role, preferably within a nursing home or similar long-term care setting.EducationHold a minimum Level 8 qualification (Ordinary Bachelor's Degree or higher) in Nursing or a related healthcare field.A postgraduate qualification in Nursing Management, Gerontology, Healthcare Leadership, or Healthcare Management is strongly preferred.SkillsStrong problem-solving and crisis management skills.Demonstrated empathy, integrity, and respect in all interactions.Confidence to lead in safeguarding, complaints handling, and incident investigation.
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