DIRECTOR OF NURSING - GALWAY

Location
Job-type Permanent
Salary €75000 - €80000 per annum
Reference J338227
Date Published over 3 years ago
The Opportunity - Director of Nursing - Co. Galway

The Background

At TTM Healthcare we are proud to have partnered with one of the largest independent Healthcare providers of quality nursing home care in Ireland are recruiting a Person in Charge (PIC) for one of their Modern Residential and Memory Care Centre based in Galway. If you think the position is right for you, let’s talk.

Quality of Care Responsibilities

To ensure the delivery of the highest standards of nursing and social care which meet the individual needs of each resident through implementation of:

The Company’s Quality of Care System
Clinical practice in the home meets Regulations & Standards
Monitoring of clinical practice through individualised plans of care for each resident
Conducting internal audits and following up on results of same
Initial induction of staff and ongoing training and development of staff
Encouragement of innovative practice
Ensuring implementation and adherence to Company and HIQA standards, procedures and guidelines

Financial Administration Responsibilities

Maintenance of administrative procedures in the absence of the Administrator
Monitoring of administrative procedures
Knowledge of resident’s fee income, funding source, fee arrears, personal allowance, financial records
Management of the Community Unit’s budget.
Have an understanding of legislative requirements regarding the financial affairs of mentally impaired people

General Management

Conducting regular communication meetings with all clinical staff
Establish a good rapport with external community agencies bringing the local community into the Home and facilitating residents to attend functions/activities within the local community
Liaise with Marketing to maximise opportunities to ensure the Home has a high profile in the local community
Monitor all complaints ensuring that each is documented to include the investigation and outcome

Environment

Implement Company Health and Safety Policy to safeguard the safety and welfare of staff, residents and others
Implement regular fire training and evacuation plans
Ensure catering meets HACCP standards and is to the highest quality & variety
Ensure the hygiene and cleanliness of the home is to the highest standard
Ensure a preventative maintenance programme is in place and implemented

Human Resources Function

Participate in the selection and interviewing of staff
Conduct regular training needs analysis
Ensure HR practices within the Home comply with all current employment legislation with regard to clinical matters
Ensure all registered nurses employed in the Home are on the "live" Register

What are the Qualifications Skills & Attributes required?

Qualified RGN with at least 3 years’ experience in the last 6 years in care of the older person
Post registration management qualification in health or a related field
Not less than 3 years’ experience in a management capacity in the health and social care area
Registered on appropriate part of Irish live register
Proven track record in healthcare clinical management
Excellent Leadership, Organisational and Communication skills
Sound decision making ability and results driven
Good appreciation of finance issues
Ability to motivate self and others and work on own initiative
Ability to work well and promote a team environment
Willingness to be flexible and adapt to the needs of the company

The Benefits:
Competitive salary
Target Bonus - €8K
Life Assurance
Employer PRSA Contribution
25 Days Holidays

Contact: Brenda at 01-5136740 or email your cv in confidence to : brenda.freeney@ttmhealthcare.com

TTM Healthcare is an Equal Opportunities Employer.