Director of Nursing

Job description

We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Director of Nursing to lead a specialised mental health service in Co. Meath.
This is an exciting opportunity for a senior nursing professional to lead a multidisciplinary team, drive clinical excellence, and ensure the delivery of high-quality, person-centred care within a safe and therapeutic environment.

The successful candidate will play a key leadership role in overseeing clinical operations, supporting service development, ensuring regulatory compliance, and promoting positive outcomes for individuals with complex mental health needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide strategic and operational leadership to the nursing team and wider service.
• Ensure the delivery of safe, effective, and high-quality care in line with regulatory standards and best practice.
• Lead workforce planning, staff development, retention, and performance management initiatives.
• Work collaboratively with the Clinical Director and multidisciplinary teams to support positive clinical outcomes.
• Develop and manage staffing rosters based on assessed needs and risk management considerations.
• Promote a culture of person-centred care, continuous improvement, and professional development.
• Maintain high standards of infection prevention and control.
• Ensure effective communication, governance, and risk management throughout the service.
• Participate in an on-call rota as required.
• Support research and innovation relevant to mental health nursing practice.

About You

You will be an accomplished nursing leader with strong clinical, operational, and people management experience. You will have a passion for delivering high-quality mental health services and a commitment to continuous improvement.

Essential Requirements

• Registered with, or eligible for registration on, the Psychiatric Division of the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland (NMBI).
• Post-registration qualification in Healthcare Management (QQI Level 8 or higher) or equivalent, or willingness to obtain within an agreed timeframe.
• Minimum of 8 years’ post-registration nursing experience.
• Minimum of 5 years’ management experience within psychiatric nursing services.
• Strong leadership, communication, and relationship management skills.
• Excellent problem solving and decision making abilities.
• Full clean driving licence.

Key Skills & Competencies

• Exceptional leadership and organisational skills.
• Strong interpersonal and communication abilities.
• Empathy, resilience, and a person-centred approach.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary environment.
• High standards of professionalism and accountability.
• Strong IT and report-writing skills.
• Flexible, proactive, and self-motivated approach to work.

What is on Offer

• Opportunity to lead a highly specialised mental health service.
• Collaborative multidisciplinary working environment.
• Ongoing professional development and career progression opportunities.
• Supportive leadership structure.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.

If you are an experienced nursing leader looking to make a meaningful impact in mental health services, we would be delighted to hear from you. Apply today with your up to date CV for confidential consideration.