Job description My client, an independent not-for-profit hospital is seeking an experienced Assistant Director of Nursing to provide temporary cover for 3months, for their in-patient mental health service based in South Dublin.
The client provides a spectrum of neuropsychiatric services to adults with a range of serious and enduring mental health needs such as Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, and Huntington's Diseases, as well as individuals with early onset dementias, schizophrenia, and mood disorders.
Key Duties: Lead and support nurses to provide safe, high-quality care.
Ensure incidents, near-misses, and concerns are reported properly and to support investigations, reviews, and follow-up actions after incidents.
Support inspections, reviews, and regulatory requirements.
Help manage rosters, leave, and staffing levels to ensure safe care.
Deputise for the Director of Nursing when required.
Represent nursing at senior management, MDT, and external meetings.
Essential Criteria: Registered Psychiatric Nurse with NMBI.
At least 7 years of nursing experience with at least 3 years working in adult mental health services.
Recent senior clinical and management experience in Mental health services or Care of the Older Person (in Ireland) Clinical experience caring for people with medical conditions and in palliative care.