Deputy Nurse Manager at Healthcare Ireland Group

Position Deputy Nurse Manager
Posted 07 Jul 2026
Expired 06 Aug 2026
Company Healthcare Ireland Group
Location Antrim | GB
Job Type Full Time

Job Description:

Latest job information from Healthcare Ireland Group for the position of Deputy Nurse Manager. If the Deputy Nurse Manager vacancy in Antrim matches your qualifications, please submit your latest application or CV directly through the updated Jobkos job portal.

Please note that applying for a job may not always be easy, as new candidates must meet certain qualifications and requirements set by the company. We hope the career opportunity at Healthcare Ireland Group for the position of Deputy Nurse Manager below matches your qualifications.

The Deputy Manager (DM) role is accountable for working in partnership with the Registered Care Home Manager in leading the team in Antrim Care Home to deliver all aspects of the strategic and operational objectives of both Antrim Care Home and the Hutchinson Care Home Group.

The DM will work as part of the nursing team on agreed shifts weekly ensuring to champion excellence in nursing practice and will also work off the floor completing management duties within their working week.

When Care Home Manager is absent the DM will be expected to lead and manager Antrim Care Home accordingly.

Key priorities of this role will be to support the Care Home Manager leading the quality and consistency of the clinical care delivered to residents, the operational and administrative running of the Home, liaising with stakeholders of the Home and partnering with the families of the residents to ensure an exceptional care experience for every individual within the Home, leading, motivating and developing the staff team.

About The Role

The Care Home Manager will delegate specific areas of accountability and focus for the DM in line with the needs of the Care Home.

Main Duties:

Support the Care Home Manager to:

Lead and deliver exceptional person-centred care for all residents in accordance with HCH values and RQIA, NMC and Trust standards

Establish a compassionate environment by providing emotional, psychological and spiritual support to residents and family

Engage and represent HCH on external partnerships acting as a champion for the Company

Sustain and develop relationships within the sector to continuously develop opportunities within the Home

Promote independence for all residents

Work closely with Quality & Safeguarding Team to ensure compliance and a proactive approach to ensure safe and effective governance of the Home

Identify and carry out pre-assessments for the Home

Management of the work rota

Ensure compliance with RQIA standards

Ensure to maintain Homes occupancy levels

Ensure to maintain, update all clinical records for residents

Ensure to reflect the on-going needs of residents, relatives and other carers in care plans

Ensure to maintain and schedule adequate nursing and general staffing level in the Home at all times

Work closely with the multidisciplinary teams

Maintain a safe and clean working environment with the health and safety standards

Protect residents and employees by developing and managing infection control policies and protocols, medication storage and controlled substances with vigilant record keeping

Ensure compliance with safeguarding policies and procedures

Ensure compliance with all medical equipment

Staff Management:

Support the Care Home Manager to:

Lead, supervise, motivate and develop the staff team

Ensure nurses PIN are in date on NMC register and Care staff on NISCC register

Comply fully with HCH recruitment and selection policy in particular paying attention to access NI, right to work regulations for overseas staff and references

Comply fully with all HCH policies and procedures within the organisation

Ensure the staff establishment is in accordance with resident needs, staffing ratio requirements and budgets.

Engage with all policies and procedures with HCH to support the management of staff ensuring probationary period reviews, supervision and appraisals are completed in a timely manner

Ensure that the team has completed their statutory training and ensuring the management of ongoing learning and development of the staff.

Finance & Administration:

To support the Care Home Manager to:

Partner with SMT in the development and delivery of budgets for the Home

Produce reports as required by SMT and other stakeholders

Ensure excellent attention to detail with all paperwork including but not limited to safeguarding, complaints, RQIA quips, regulation 29 reports

Staff Nurse Duties:

Deliver all nursing duties in accordance with HCH and NMC standards, policies and procedures (refer to the full job description for staff nurse)

Personal Development:

To promote dignity and respect, living and championing HCH values within all aspects of the Home

Ensure proactive approach to NMC re-validation and continuous development

Attend ongoing learning and development events

Represent the Care Home as required in internal/external events/forums

Maintain a professional knowledge by attending workings and working groups where applicable

Keep up to date with new development in nursing care, treatments and research

Work with SMT on projects and new initiatives

Any other duties that are relevant to the running of Antrim Care Home or any care setting within the Hutchinson Group as required.

Required Criteria

  • RMN/RGN with at least 3 years post qualifying experience
  • Previous experience leading and managing a team successfully
  • Experience or working with older/elderly or dementia patients
  • Management experience with a full understanding of Care Standards and National minimum standards for older people
  • Excellent IT skills
  • Excellent leadership skills leading a team to achieve clear objectives
  • Must be passionate about delivering exceptional care
  • Must demonstrate a driven but compassionate style of leadership
  • Must be interested in engaging in continuous personal development
  • A full clean driving licence and access to a car

Skills Needed

About The Company

We are passionate about providing the highest standards of care in safe, positive and flexible environments, which enable each person who uses our services to achieve their potential. We are committed to providing each employee with a fulfilling working environment, encouraging personal and professional development. We aim to be a first class, independent organisation delivering innovative, collaborative and value for money services.

Our ultimate purpose is to work with the people who use our services and their families and friends, to enable them to take control of their lives.

Company Culture

Were always on the look out for people who care, whether thats caring for our residents, or in one of our roles like laundry, kitchen, administration or maintenance.

Our passionate, ever-growing team means that youll be working with people who pride themselves on the work they do. Each of our Homes and our Head Office work together to achieve something excellent that truly makes a difference in peoples lives.

Caring for our residents is at the heart of all we do, and wed love to have you join the team.

Company Benefits

Healthcare Ireland Group is not just a workplace; it's a community where your work has a purpose, and your contributions are valued.

If you're passionate about making a difference and are seeking a rewarding career in healthcare, we welcome you to explore opportunities with us and help continue our legacy of excellence in care .

Retirement plan and/or pension, Employee development programs, Free parking, Competitive salary, Social Opportunities, Employee Recognition Scheme, Culture of recognition, On the job learning

Salary

£21.30 - £26.25 per hour

Benefits:
Retirement plan and/or pension Employee development programs Free parking Competitive salary Social Opportunities Employee Recognition Scheme


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Job Info:

  • Company: Healthcare Ireland Group
  • Position: Deputy Nurse Manager
  • Work Location: Antrim
  • Country: GB

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