Job Title: Clinical Nurse Manager 2Department: Patrick Fitzgerald UnitJob Type: PermanentHours: 37.5 per week (Full-Time)Blackrock Clinic is the leading and longest established private hospital and clinic in Ireland. Since it opened in the mid-1980s, the clinic has consistently built an unparalleled reputation in new high-tech surgical procedures, medical treatments, and ground-breaking diagnostics.Blackrock Clinic is now part of Blackrock Health private hospital group along with the Hermitage Clinic, Galway Clinic, and Limerick Clinic, some of the most advanced hospitals in Irish private healthcare. As a JCI accredited hospital, Blackrock Clinic is a progressive and pioneering hospital in which care for the patient is central to everything we do.The Patrick Fitzgerald Unit (PFU) is a 42-bedded medical/surgical unit located on the first floor. We have a very wide variety of specialities encompassing both medical and surgical patients.Medical - Respiratory, CardiologySurgical - General, Urology, ENT, VascularROLE PURPOSEThe Manager must practice within the Codes of Practice, Rules and Guidelines set out by NMBI and comply with the policies and procedures of Blackrock ClinicThe primary function of the manager is to provide clinical, management and professional leadership to nursing and allied staff to ensure that nursing care is delivered to a high standard.Effectively manage the nursing resource.Contribute to the on-going implementation of the nursing strategy at Blackrock clinic in close liaison with Matron & ADONsQUALIFICATIONSRegistered in the general division of NMBIHave at least five years post registration experience of which, two must be recent experience an acute settingAn appropriate qualification or management experience relevant to the post, is desirableEvidence of personal professional development.ESSENTIAL SKILLS/COMPETENCIESOrganisational and professional knowledge.Communication and influencing skillsPlanning and organisationPromotion of evidence based decision makingTeam leadershipKEY RESPONSIBILITIES1. ProfessionalProviding a high level of professional and clinical leadership.Manage patient care to ensure the highest professional standards using evidence -based best practice approach to ensure clinical effectiveness and efficiency.Monitor complaints and work with quality and risk manager.Participate in quality improvement initiatives to improve patient satisfaction.Monitor the quality-of-service delivery and provide professional advice and guidance.Ensure all documentation is complete and appropriate information is given to patients.Evaluate and develop, lead and manage the implementation of best practice policy and procedures.2. ManagementProvide a visible presence within the clinical area and be responsible for leading the delivery of high quality care.Exercise authority in the running of the assigned area(s)Participate in the recruitment and selection of appropriate personnel for the department. Monitor productivity to facilitate the financial planning for nursing and the support services.Ensure staff attend all mandatory training - CPR, Manual handling, Fire etc.Promote and nurture a high level of staff morale, thereby promoting team spirit and job satisfaction among all staff.Encourage evidence based practice, using a car planning approach to nursing careCollaborate with service users, family, carers and other staff in treatment/care planning and in the provision of support and advice.Assist in staff leadership and motivation, which is conducive to good staff relations and work performanceContribute to the development and maintenance of nursing standards, protocols and guidelines consistent with the highest standards of patient care.Provide the necessary co-ordination and deployment of nursing and support staff in designated area(s) of responsibility, ensuring that skill mix takes account of fluctuating workloads and ensuring maximisation of available resources.Collaborate with hospital personnel and other healthcare providers in planning care and making appropriate referrals.Oversee high standard of record keeping by staff within the unitSupport and interpret clinical policies and procedures.Ensure all relevant information is passed to staff within the unit.Participate in regular unit meetings and team briefings with the staffActively support the infection control practice within the hospital.Maintain effective communication networks within the unit and departments throughout the hospital.Serve on committees within the hospital as appropriate.Ensure compliance with the Hospital Infection Prevention and Control.Ensure that patient care equipment is maintained to an appropriate standardContribute to quality assurance by assisting in data collection as required3. Education and Self DevelopmentProvide for the professional growth and development of nursing staff by:Assessing and identifying training and development needs for nursing staff within the unitIdentifying teaching and learning opportunitiesSetting objectives for learning in conjunction with the CNSContributing to and facilitating in the development of training programmes where appropriate.Contributing in clinical audit as requiredFacilitating student nurse placement/ adaption staff/ work experience others and direct the CNS to ensure that their nurse educational requirements are met.Assuming responsibility for identifying own educational needs and upgrade deficient areas through independent study, seminar attendance or requesting staff development programmes.Why work at the Blackrock Clinic?At the Blackrock Clinic, we are passionate about our people and believe in their development and growth. As a member of the team you can benefit from:Competitive salaryOnsite parkingPensionAnnual bonus*Discounted cafeSports and Social clubEmployee Assistance ProgrammeDiscounted onsite pharmacyPlease Note:Job descriptions are a reflection of the present service requirements and may be subject to review and amendments to meet the changing needs of the service. Please note that we reserve the right to close this vacancy early if sufficient applications are received.Blackrock Clinic is an Equal Opportunities employer, and we are committed to creating an environment that promotes equality and dignity at work.Blackrock Clinic is committed to providing reasonable accommodation when needed. Please advise if you have particular requirements, so that we can look into arranging reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process. 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