Senior Clinical Nurse Manger - Cork

Location Cork
Job-type Permanent
Salary €50000 - €55000 per annum
Contact Brenda Freeney
Email email Brenda
Reference J346808
Date Published over 2 years ago


Position Available : Senior Clinical Nurse Manager - (Community Nursing Unit - Permanent Full Time - CORK

The Background :

Our Client one of the largest independent Healthcare providers of quality nursing home care in Ireland is actively looking to recruit a Senior Clinical Nurse Manager for one of their Community Nursing Unit based in Co. Cork

This Community Nursing Unit is designed specifically for the needs of our elderly residents, 24 hours a day. We have a very caring team who work hard to make everyone feel happy, secure and at home.


Position Overview:

The post of Senior CNM is a senior clinical position which reports to the Director of Nursing. The role will be responsible for a 25 bedded unit providing clinical leadership, overseeing and managing the day to day clinical practices in the unit, appropriate staff rostering, delegation and supervision, performance and development, clinical governance and assessment of risks. The primary role of the Senior CNM is to provide leadership on the designated ward, to be visible and participate in the daily care and communication on the ward. The Postholder work collaboratively with the DON/ADON as part of the Community Nursing Unit's management team, providing clear communication and direction to staff in their unit.


Skills and Attributes:

Qualification - First level registration
Registered on appropriate part of Irish live register
Evidence of continuous Professional Development
1-2 years of CNM experience
Excellent Leadership, Organisational and Communication skills
Ability to collaborate effectively within a management team
Sound decision making ability
Ability to motivate self and others and work on own initiative
Ability to work well and promote a team environment
Appreciation of finance issues
Results driven


Daily Activities

Checking staff rosters and ensuring that the required number of staff are on duty
Must be a good communicator but it is vital to the smooth running of any home that staff, residents and relatives see this skill in the Senior CNM.
Daily: attend handovers and safety pauses and review progress of patients.
The main focus is in supporting and developing clinical practice, so the Senior CNM will be hands-on with nurses and carers in the delivery of care. The benefit of having this supportive role on a daily basis cannot be overstated and leads to a more confident and competent staff group.
Implement Company Health and Safety Policy to safeguard the safety and welfare of staff, residents and others

The Benefits :

Salary :(depending on experience)
Paid Breaks
Minimum of 39 hour contracts
Premiums for working Sundays
Meals provided
Free Parking
Uniform supplied (tunic)
Double time for bank holidays
Provide a death in service benefit

The Contact :

For more information on this role and a full job description please contact Brenda on 01-5136740 or e-mail your current cv in confidence to brenda.freeney@ttmhealthcare.com


TTM Healthcare is an Equal Opportunities Employer.