Clinical Nurse Manager III

RecruitNet International Ltd specialises in Healthcare recruitment for Domestic and Overseas candidates for Hospitals, Nursing Homes, Home care and Community care.

We are hiring aClinical Nurse Manager IIIin a Hospital in Galway, Ireland. 34.5 hour per week Part-Time permanent contract

Closing Date on October

Responsibilities

Provide effective leadership and management in maintaining and developing high-quality nursing care, ensuring consistently high standards across all wards and nursing departments.

Support and direct nursing services, promoting compliance with hospital policies, procedures, protocols, regulatory standards and legislative requirements while encouraging staff engagement and professional development.

Provide clinical expertise in the management of acutely ill or deteriorating patients, attend clinical emergencies, support ward staff and ensure appropriate escalation, communication and follow-up of clinical issues.

Monitor patient activity, service delivery and patient flow, working with the ADON/Director of Nursing to establish and review KPIs, analyse relevant data and develop reports to support effective decision-making.

Promote evidence-based practice and continuous quality improvement by collaborating with the Nurse Practice Development Unit, supporting staff learning, implementing quality improvement plans and contributing to internal and external quality assurance programmes.

Lead and support change initiatives, complaint management and service development, including reviewing systems and processes, addressing issues affecting clinical standards, and contributing to the annual nursing department services plan with a focus on Out-of-Hours requirements.

Ensure safe and effective delivery of expanded nursing roles and Out-of-Hours services, while leading and participating in relevant committees and quality programmes, including Quality, JCI, JAG and HIQA, as required.

Requirements

• Registered General Nurse (RGN) with current registration, or eligible for registration, with the Nursing & Midwifery Board of Ireland (NMBI).
• Minimum of 7 years' post-registration nursing experience, preferably within an acute hospital setting.
• Previous nursing management experience and/or a recognised management qualification is highly desirable.
• Excellent leadership, interpersonal, communication, organisational, and decision-making skills with the ability to lead multidisciplinary teams effectively.
• Demonstrated commitment to continuous professional development and maintaining up-to-date clinical knowledge and competencies.
• Ability to promote a culture of compassion, respect, accountability, and excellence while upholding the hospital's core values.
• Strong understanding of clinical governance, quality improvement, patient safety, and regulatory compliance within healthcare services.
• Capable of working collaboratively in a fast-paced environment, managing priorities, and responding effectively to clinical and operational challenges.
• Flexible to work a roster covering seven days per week, including out-of-hours duties, in line with service requirements.
• A relevant postgraduate qualification in Nursing Management, or active progression towards one, is an advantage.
• Top pay and great working conditions
• Immediate Start, Full time Permanent