Director of Nursing – Full-Time, Permanent
Location:
County Limerick
Employment Type:
Permanent
Hours:
39 hours per week (Monday to Sunday)
Salary:
€75,000 – €90,000 (commensurate with experience)
Please note: Sponsorship and work permits are not provided for this role. Applicants must have full legal working rights in Ireland.
Overview:
A well-established and privately owned group of nursing homes in County Limerick is seeking an experienced and motivated Director of Nursing (DON). This is a key senior leadership role with clinical oversight across two care facilities, with strong support from an experienced clinical team and a newly appointed Chief Operating Officer.
The position is based in a care facility in South County Limerick, with on-call responsibilities at a sister facility in Limerick every second or third weekend.
Key Responsibilities:
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Provide overall clinical leadership and strategic direction across both sites.
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Ensure delivery of high-quality, person-centred care in line with HIQA standards.
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Lead, support, and develop nursing and care teams.
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Participate in the on-call rota every 2nd or 3rd weekend across both facilities.
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Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team including ADON, CNM, and operational staff.
Candidate Requirements:
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Registered in the General Division of the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland (NMBI).
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Minimum 10 years post-registration experience, including:
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At least 3 years in older person care.
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At least 7 years in nursing management.
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Level 8 qualification in nursing or a related field (QQI/NFQ).
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Post-registration management qualification in health or a related discipline.
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Strong knowledge of HIQA standards, policy development, and risk management.
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Proven experience in clinical audits and governance.
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Excellent leadership, communication, and organisational skills.
What’s on Offer:
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Competitive salary: €75,000 – €90,000(DOE)
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Pension scheme for managerial staff
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Free on-site meals
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Free parking
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Supportive, well-established clinical leadership team
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Backing from a newly appointed Chief Operating Officer, commencing August
