Assistant Director of Nursing - Mental Health

Location: Rathfarnham, Dublin 16

Hours: 78 hours per fortnight

Pay Rate / Salary: €71,000-€86,000 per annum

Contract Type: Permanent, Full-time

Recruitment managed by Staffline on behalf of our client.

Staffline is seeking an experienced Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) to support the Director of Nursing in delivering high-quality, person-centred care and managing the day-to-day running of the hospital. This senior leadership role focuses on clinical governance, quality improvement, staff development, and operational management within mental health services.

Why Apply:

• Salary of €71,000-€86,000 per annum
• Permanent, full-time position
• Senior nursing leadership opportunity
• Involvement in clinical governance and quality improvement
• Opportunity to contribute to service development and strategic planning

Key Duties:

• Provide clinical and professional leadership to the nursing team.
• Promote evidence-based, person-centred care and professional development.
• Support clinical governance, risk management, audits, and quality improvement initiatives.
• Assist with operational management, staffing resources, workforce planning, and service delivery.
• Support recruitment, staff supervision, training, performance management, and development.
• Contribute to strategic planning, service improvement, and change management.
• Maintain effective communication and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams and external stakeholders.
• Deputise for the Director of Nursing as required.

Essential Criteria:

• Registered Psychiatric Nurse (RPN) with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland (NMBI).
• Minimum of seven years' post-registration nursing experience, including significant adult mental health experience.
• Relevant senior clinical and management experience within mental health services, including at least five 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.
• Strong knowledge of healthcare-related health and safety legislation and statutory obligations.

To find out more, please contact 091 423293 and email [email protected]

*Please note you must be eligible to work in Ireland full time (Stamp 4/EU)

Please note that this role is subject to Garda Vetting and clearances.