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Job Title: Director of Nursing (DON)
Location: North Dublin
Job type: Permanent, full-time
Renumeration: Excellent salary plus performance bonus and enhanced benefits

If you’re an experienced nursing leader ready to shape the future of residential care, this is a standout opportunity to make your mark in a respected, values-led organisation.

Our client is seeking a dynamic and compassionate Director of Nursing to lead the clinical and operational direction of their established nursing home in North Dublin.

About the Role:

As Director of Nursing, you will have overall responsibility for the clinical governance and day-to-day management of the home. You’ll lead a committed team of nurses and care professionals, ensuring the highest standards of resident care, regulatory compliance, and staff development.

This is a leadership position with real impact – ideal for a forward-thinking DON who thrives in a resident-first, quality-driven environment.

Responsibilities and Duties:

• Provide strategic and clinical leadership to ensure the delivery of exceptional, person-centred care
• Oversee all aspects of clinical governance, including risk management, safeguarding, and regulatory compliance
• Lead, develop and support a high-performing team across nursing and care departments
• Ensure HIQA standards are consistently met or exceeded
• Drive a culture of continuous improvement, professional growth, and resident engagement
• Collaborate with residents, families, and multidisciplinary professionals to maintain a warm, inclusive care environment
• Take full responsibility for staffing, budgeting, and resource planning
• Monitor and review care plans, audits, and key quality metrics
• Champion a safe, supportive, and empowering environment for residents and staff alike

Your Team:

• Assistant Director of Nursing for day-to-day clinical support
• Experienced Clinical Nurse Managers and nursing team
• Support from regional senior management and compliance leads
• Access to HR, training, recruitment, and quality assurance teams

Essential Criteria:

• NMBI-registered nurse (RGN, RPN or RNID)
• Minimum 7 years post-registration experience in nursing
• At least 3 years in a senior management role (ADON or DON level)
• In-depth knowledge of HIQA regulations and national standards
• Proven leadership and operational management skills
• Excellent communication, delegation, and problem-solving ability
• A resident-centred approach to care and service delivery
• Degree-level education and/or post-grad qualifications in management or healthcare leadership (desirable)

Benefits:

• Highly competitive salary and performance-related bonus
• Excellent annual leave package
• Pension contribution and income protection
• Enhanced maternity benefits
• Career progression pathways within a growing care provider
• Paid training, education support, and leadership development
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Positive, team-oriented working culture

For more information about this opportunity, please reach out confidentially to Barbara Kelly by email or telephone 087 7379636