Clinical Nurse Manager-Patient Flow

RecruitNet International Ltd specialises in healthcare recruitment for domestic and overseas candidates across Hospitals, Nursing Homes, Home Care, and Community Care services.

We are currently hiring a Clinical Nurse Manager (CNM)-Patient Flow for a leading Nursing Home in County Dublin.

Position Details:

• Job Title: Clinical Nurse Manager-Patient Flow
  

• Location: County Dublin, Ireland
  

• Sector: Nursing Home / Elderly Care
  

• Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent
  

Responsibilities

• Manage patient referrals from acute hospitals and other key referral sources, reviewing referrals and liaising with referral teams and Discharge Coordinators.
  

• Conduct comprehensive pre-admission assessments to determine patient suitability for Care Centre and the appropriate service.
  

• Collaborate with the ADON to establish discharge plans and anticipated discharge dates for short-term and rehabilitation admissions.
  

• Coordinate and facilitate the admission of accepted referrals to Care Centre.
  

• Act as a case manager for patients as required, in collaboration with the Patient Flow team.
  

• Ensure compliance with all Healthcare policies, procedures, and standards.
  

• Maintain accurate, clear, and comprehensive assessment records and referral documentation in line with legislation and organisational requirements.
  

• Maintain knowledge of and compliance with HIQA standards, including Safer, Better Healthcare.
  

• Ensure all patient admissions are completed appropriately, with all required documentation accurately prepared and recorded.
  

• Participate in daily handovers and weekly multidisciplinary team (MDT) meetings.
  

• Provide nursing unit cover when required to support the effective operation of the Centre.
  

• Liaise with medical practitioners regarding admissions and prescriptions, ensuring all necessary admission documentation is prepared for the admitting doctor.
  

• Monitor and follow up on patients’ outpatient appointments as required.
  

• Coordinate and facilitate patient admissions and discharges.
  

• Refer patients to the Medical Social Worker when appropriate.
  

• Maintain effective communication and coordination with referral sources, hospitals, discharge agencies, and relevant community services.
  

Requirements

• Minimum of 3 years’ post-registration experience in a relevant clinical setting, with proven experience managing patient caseloads.
  

• Hold a recognised Management Qualification at Level 6 or above on the National Framework of Qualifications, or be actively working towards achieving this level.
  

• Hold current registration with the NMBI and be listed on the live register.
  

• Demonstrated clinical experience in older people's care or nursing home settings.
  

• Sound knowledge and practical understanding of HIQA Standards and the Health Act Regulations 2013.
  

• Excellent command of written and spoken English, with eligibility to work in Ireland.
  

• Strong communication, interpersonal, and active listening skills.
  

• Ability to work effectively and collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary care team.
  

• Compassionate and caring approach, with a strong commitment to delivering high-quality, person-centred care.
  

• Basic IT proficiency, including familiarity with Microsoft Excel and other relevant systems.
  

• Good knowledge and understanding of Home Support applications and the Nursing Home Support Scheme (NHSS/Fair Deal).
  

• All appointments are subject to satisfactory references, medical assessment, and Garda vetting.
  

Benefits

Competitive salary

Continuous professional development and training

Excellent career progression opportunities

Paid Sundays and double pay on Bank Holidays

Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) for staff wellbeing

Staff recognition and reward programmes