Windmill Healthcare presents an exciting opportunity for an experienced Director of Nursing to oversee our Care Team at Windmill House Care Centre and Retirement Village. Located in Churchtown, North Cork, Windmill House is a 40-bed residential facility that is poised for growth, with a 42-bed extension set to be completed by the end of 2025. Additionally, the complex features 10 independent living bungalows.
This position represents an excellent career advancement for candidates with a solid background in management. We offer a full-time, permanent contract within a dynamic and thriving Care Centre.
Responsibilities
General
* Demonstrate Governance & Leadership in the management of Windmill House Care Centre
* Ensure the provision of a high standard of care and service to the resident and their families
* Maintain compliance with HIQA Regulations.
* Promote and oversee the delivery of holistic, person-centred care
* Lead the multidisciplinary team to ensure integrated and seamless care
* Communicate with relevant teams regarding ongoing Windmill House Care Centre operations.
* Communicate with the residents, families and MDT members for all residents, relatives, and visitors on an on-going basis.
Management
* Undertake the role and responsibilities of the Person-in-Charge in line with the Health Act 2007, related regulations and the Health Information and Quality Authority (HIQA) standards.
* Ensure excellence in Governance, Management & Leadership
* Responsibility for the management of the team supported by the ADON.
* Facilitate Training & Education for all staff
* Implement and amend policies and procedures in line with current guidelines
* Communication with external agencies
* Responsibility for Risk Management, Health & Safety, IPC, Management of Complaints & Incidents in line with company Policy.
* Create and promote open communication, healthy working relationships, and stimulate initiatives among the team
* Motivate team members, by agreeing goals and objectives, through performance review
The foregoing should not be considered exhaustive
Requirements
* Qualified Registered Nurse, with at least 3 years' experience in the last 6 years in Care of the Older Person
* Post registration Management Qualification (level 8) in healthcare or related field
* No less than 3 years' experience in a management capacity in the Health & Social Care Area
* Engaged in continuous professional development
* Demonstrate sound knowledge and clinical nursing practice in Care of Older Persons
* In-depth knowledge of HIQA and compliance with the Health Act and working within
* Knowledge of HR law, H&S and relevant legislation governing nursing homes
* Willingness to be flexible and adapt to the needs of the Company
* Good appreciation of finance issues
What do we offer?
* High Basic Salary
* Excellent Bonus Scheme
* Company Laptop and Phone
* Pension Contribution Scheme
* 5 weeks Annual Leave
* Expense Account
* Financial Support for Further Education
* On-site parking
* Flexible working hours
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