Clinical Nurse Manager 1

Clinical Nurse Manager 1

Applications are invited from dynamic and experienced Registered Nurses for the position of Clinical Nurse Manager 1 (CNM1). 

This is an exciting opportunity for the right person who is interested in managing a designated unit within a large care facility. Excellent remuneration package offered.

Kiltipper Woods Care Centre is a state-of-the-art Care Facility in South Dublin.

The Centre provides a comprehensive range of specialist Care:

·       Rehabilitation & Convalescence Care

·       Extended care for the older person

·       Care for younger persons with ABI and Young Chronic Disabled

·       Dementia Care

·       Day Care

Kiltipper Woods Care Centre is renowned for the provision of excellence in care and for their continuous development of staff.   Winner in the Irish Healthcare Centre Awards .

Purpose of the Post

The role of the Clinical Nurse Manager 1 (CNM1) shall be to work as part of the MDT and support the ADON / DoN and PIC (Person in Charge) in the clinical and professional leadership of the clinical care team and to direct the provision of person-centred care on the designated unit. 

Role and Responsibility

The Clinical Nurse Manager 1 (CNM1) will ensure the provision of a high standard of care to the resident and patients is consistent with the mission, vision, and values of Kiltipper Woods Care Centre.

The post of CNM 1 is a senior clinical position that reports to the ADON / DON and accountable to the Person in Charge.

The CNM1 will be responsible for overseeing and managing the day-to-day clinical practices and the smooth operation of the unit. 

The primary role of the CNM 1 is:

·      Providing clear clinical leadership, delegation, and supervision of staff.

·      Providing clear communication and direction to staff on the unit. 

·      Completing performance management and development reviews of unit staff.

·      Providing clinical governance on the unit.  

Must be physically visible on the ward, oversee the daily care provided and engage in patient – staff and associated health care worker communication to enhance the working environment for all involved on the unit.

The CNM1 will work collaboratively with the PIC, DON/ADON and MDT as part of the overall management team.

Job Requirements

• A Registered General Nurse and be an active member of NMBI
• Applicants must possess a minimum of 4 years post qualification experience.
• Evidence of continuing professional development
• Management and Gerontology courses are desirable but not essential.
• Have risk management experience.
• Must possess strong leadership, communication, and organisational skills.
• Ability to lead by example.
• Possess the ability to lead, motivate and manage staff.
• Intermediate to advanced computer skills
• Have a good knowledge of HIQA Standards for Residential Care.

Benefits include:

Kiltipper Woods offers the following:

• A modern state of the art facility.
• A pleasant working environment.
• Opportunity to work as part of an on-site Multidisciplinary Team, Doctor, Nurses, Physiotherapists, Occupational Therapists, SALT, Dietitian, and other members of the team.
• Committed to providing and maintaining the highest standard of care.
• Continuous Professional Development.
• Paid mandatory training.
• Flexible working hours.
• On site restaurant with staff discount
• Discounted uniforms with a repayment plan
• Tax saver scheme (bike to work, bus, rail).
• Free Car Parking
• Credit Union Savings Plan for staff with other added benefit
• Pension Scheme
• Death in Service insurance benefit
• Discounted Physio sessions
• Free Pilates classes.
• Bike storage

To Apply

Please submit a copy of your current CV.

Note: A cover letter must be submitted with your CV. Applications will not be accepted without a detailed cover letter.

The closing date for submissions of CV’s and cover letter is October 10^th, 2023,