Exciting Opportunity: Director of Nursing Thriving Nursing Home | County Waterford Are you a compassionate and experienced nursing leader ready to take the next step in your career? We are currently seeking a Director of Nursing (DON) to lead a well-established, fully occupied nursing home in County Waterford.Skills, Experience, Qualifications, If you have the right match for this opportunity, then make sure to apply today.This vacancy arises due to the retirement of the current Director of Nursing, offering a rare opportunity to step into a stable, well-run service with a strong reputation for quality care.This is an excellent opportunity to make a real and lasting impact within a forward-thinking organisation that is genuinely committed to excellence in resident care and staff development.In addition, we are recruiting Persons in Charge (PICs), Directors of Nursing (DONs), Assistant Directors of Nursing (ADONs), and Clinical Nurse Managers for client facilities nationwide.Why Join This Organisation? Stability & Support Work in a consistently fully occupied home, supported by an experienced and committed multidisciplinary team.Leadership & Growth Play a key role in shaping the future of care delivery, with strong support from senior management.Community & Engagement Be instrumental in fostering meaningful relationships between residents, staff, families, and the wider community.Progressive & Innovative Environment Join an organisation that values fresh ideas, innovation, and continuous improvement in care practices.Key Responsibilities Lead, manage, and inspire the clinical team to deliver the highest standards of resident care Ensure ongoing compliance with HIQA standards, policies, and procedures Conduct internal audits and implement quality improvement initiatives Oversee staff recruitment, induction, training, and professional development Promote a culture of innovation, accountability, and continuous improvement Build strong relationships with external agencies and key stakeholders Support community engagement and maintain the homes excellent reputation Oversee health & safety systems, including fire safety and preventative maintenance Conduct training needs analysis and ensure ongoing staff competency What Were Looking For Registered Nurse with a minimum of 3 years management experience within the last 6 years in older person care Post-registration qualification in healthcare management or a related discipline Strong leadership and people management skills Excellent organisational, communication, and decision-making abilities A proactive, solutions-focused approach A collaborative team player with the flexibility to adapt to evolving service needs Why This Role? This is more than just a job its an opportunity to lead with purpose, influence high-quality care, and make a genuine difference in the lives of residents while guiding and supporting a dedicated clinical team.Interested? xsokbrc Send your CV to Alan Noone today for a confidential consultation and take the next step in your nursing leadership career.