ADON – Psych

Desired Skills: RPN,Psychiatric Nursing,NMBI,Healthcare

PE Global Healthcare are delighted to assist their client, a leading psychiatric hospital in Co Dublin to recruit for an RPN registered ADON. The Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) will support the Director of Nursing in achieving the operational and strategic goals of the organisation, the delivery of high-quality, person-centred care and the day to day running of the hospital. This leadership role involves clinical oversight, clinical governance, staff development, quality improvement, and strategic input to ensure safe and effective care aligned with national policy, legislation, organisational objectives, professional standards and regulatory requirements.

This is a full time role working 7 days a fortnight, with on call weekends 1 in every 3/ 4.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide professional and clinical leadership in the delivery of high-quality, evidence-based and person-centred nursing care.
• Ensure nursing practice is delivered in accordance with professional standards, legislation, national policy, organisational procedures and best practice guidelines.
• Promote a culture of accountability, continuous learning, reflective practice and professional development within the nursing workforce.
• Support and supervise nursing staff to maintain high standards of clinical care, professional practice and patient safety.
• Lead, support and participate in staff education, training, mentorship and continuing professional development initiatives.

Qualifications and Experience

• Registered Psychiatric Nurse (RPN) registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland (NMBI).
• Minimum of 7 years post-registration nursing experience, including significant experience within adult mental health services.
• Relevant senior clinical and management experience within mental health services, with at least 5 years at Clinical Nurse Manager level.
• Demonstrated experience in clinical leadership, governance, risk management and service improvement.
• Comprehensive knowledge of Mental Health Commission standards, relevant legislation and regulatory requirements.
• Experience in staff management, workforce planning, resource management and service delivery.
• Evidence of continuing professional development and ongoing professional learning.
• Strong knowledge of health and safety legislation and statutory obligations relevant to healthcare services.

Employee Benefits:

• Market Competitive Incremental salary scale
• Community Allowance.
• Free onsite staff parking
• Subsidized on-site restaurant
• Contributory pension
• Comprehensive training programmes
• Further education support
• Employee Wellbeing Programmes
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Cycle to work scheme