Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON)
Clinical Leadership & Practice Role
Oranmore, Co. Galway
Full-time | Permanent
Salary: €60,000 – €65,000 (DOE)
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced and motivated
Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON)
to join the leadership team of a well-established nursing home in Oranmore, Co. Galway.
This role has been created as part of a strengthened clinical leadership structure, with a clear focus on
on-floor supervision, staff support, and consistent standards of care
. It is a
hands-on, visible leadership role
— ideal for someone who leads from the floor and enjoys supporting teams to deliver high-quality, person-centred care.
This is
not a purely administrative or office-based role
. The successful candidate will be present, approachable, and actively involved in day-to-day clinical practice.
The Opportunity
Following a recent HIQA inspection, the provider has committed to investing in stronger clinical leadership and supervision across the home. This ADON role plays a key part in that commitment and comes with
clear support from senior management, defined authority, and a realistic scope of responsibility
.
You will work closely with senior management to:
* Support nurses and healthcare assistants
* Embed best practice in daily care delivery
* Ensure standards are consistently met
* Create a calm, structured, and supportive clinical environment for both residents and staff
Key Responsibilities
* Provide
visible, on-floor leadership and supervision
across the home
* Support, mentor, and guide nurses and HCAs in their daily practice
* Oversee care delivery during peak periods (e.g. mornings, mealtimes, handovers)
* Support the development, review, and implementation of care plans
* Monitor standards of care and escalate concerns appropriately
* Support audits, documentation quality, and clinical best practice
* Promote a positive culture of accountability, professionalism, and teamwork
* Act as a senior clinical presence for staff, residents, and families
What We're Looking For
* Registered General Nurse (RGN) with current
NMBI registration
* Previous experience as a CNM, ADON, or senior nurse
in an older persons' care setting
* Strong clinical judgement and confident leadership presence
* Comfortable supervising and supporting staff in a busy environment
* Calm, structured, and approachable leadership style
* Excellent communication and organisational skills
* A genuine commitment to resident-centred care and staff support
This Role Is Ideal For:
* A
CNM
ready to step into a broader leadership role
* An
ADON
seeking a more meaningful, hands-on position
* A senior nurse with strong leadership instincts who wants
real influence, not just a title
What's On Offer
* Salary: €60,000 – €65,000
, depending on experience
* Full-time, permanent contract
* Strong, visible support from senior management
* Clearly defined role and responsibilities
* Opportunity to develop and grow within senior clinical leadership
* The chance to make a genuine, lasting impact on care quality and staff experience
How to Apply
If you are an experienced nurse with a passion for leadership, standards, and supporting teams to do their best work, we would love to hear from you.
* Apply with your CV or get in touch for a
confidential discussion
.