Overview
Location: Waynestown, Summerhill Road. We are looking for a Deputy Person in Charge to work alongside an in situ DPIC, General Manager and to support our Person in Charge in their role, providing leadership and support to our care and nursing staff whilst maintaining the highest quality of individualised person-centered care for our residents. The successful candidate will work with the DPIC, General Manager and Person in Charge to ensure a best practice approach to all aspects of clinical leadership, ensuring that the unit is well managed and runs smoothly.
The candidate will have a proven track record in building and maintaining relationships and strong communication skills at all levels, the ability to foster excellent teamwork, demonstrated leadership characteristics and good knowledge of HIQA standards. Ideally, direct management experience in a similar role is preferred. It would be an advantage if the candidate has or is working toward a minimum QQI Level 6 Management in Healthcare qualification, with a distinct advantage for Level 9 Post Grad in Gerontology.
About The Role
Roles & Responsibilities
* Ensure the delivery of the highest standard of care to Residents.
* Lead, organise and direct the day-to-day management and operations of the Home in line with the Health Act 2007 and National Standards for Residential Care Settings for Older People in Ireland.
* Always represent the nursing home as a senior manager and act in the best interest of the nursing home and its residents.
* Be self-motivated with a desire to work as part of a team focused on developing improved models of care within the Home.
* Be proactive in seeking opportunities for improvements and embrace change.
Required Education, Skills And Qualifications
* Minimum 3 years’ post qualification experience
* Post registration management qualification in health or a related field
* Excellent knowledge of HIQA standards
* Be registered with NMBI or be entitled to be so registered
* Evidence of continuous professional development
* Excellent interpersonal skills and proven written and verbal communication abilities
* Possesses the clinical, administrative and leadership capacity to properly discharge the functions of the role
* Ability to work on own initiative
Why Choose Us
* Competitive salary
* A unique, friendly, and caring work environment
* Flexible working
* Free on-site parking
* Fantastic opportunities for professional development
About Us
Evergreen Care is a healthcare organisation providing long- and short-term residential care and services. We focus on older person care and also cater to others in residential care. In December 2020, Evergreen Care welcomed a new management structure and currently operates twelve Nursing Homes nationwide. We offer a fresh perspective in nursing home care in communities across Ireland. Each of our homes focus on creating a kind, caring and happy community for every resident in our care.
To deliver our level of excellence in care, we need amazing people. From managers, nurses, and carers to administration, housekeeping and catering, each person plays a vital role in our Evergreen Care community. More than a job, a career with Evergreen Care means you become part of a special community where you can make a real difference to the lives of our residents every day.
Evergreen Care is an equal opportunities employer.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Schedule
* 8 hour shift or 12 hr shifts as required
Company Information
Evergreen Care offers a fresh perspective in nursing home care in the heart of Ireland’s communities. We currently have 12 homes in our group. We offer many different types of care depending on individual needs. Our specialist care team are here to offer guidance and support to make transitions smooth and positive.
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