Clinical Nurse Manager 1 Urology - Operating Theatre Department (04.017 (2026))
JOB DESCRIPTION
The Clinical Nurse Manager 1 will support the Clinical Nurse Manager 2 for the safe and efficient delivery of patient‑centred care on the Urology and Robotics Theatre. The CNM 1 will manage and coordinate services, particularly when the CNM 2 is unavailable, ensuring the highest standard of quality care is delivered at all times. The successful candidate will act as a role model and assist the CNM 2 in leading the team to promote a holistic service for all patients in line with the mission, vision and values of Tallaght University Hospital.
Qualifications
Registered in the General Division of the active Register held by the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland.
Have 3 years post‑registration experience and a minimum of 1 year in perioperative nursing or a related area.
Demonstrate the clinical, managerial and administrative capacity to properly discharge the functions of the role.
Have excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Show evidence of continuous learning and professional development.
Experience in Urology and robotic nursing.
Experience of mentorship, preceptorship, teaching and assessment is desirable.
Experience of working with Theatre Information Systems.
General Accountability
Maintain awareness of the primacy of the patient in all Hospital activities.
Ensure a high standard of care to patients and families in the Theatre area, consistent with the Hospital’s mission, vision, values and strategic plan.
Support the CNM 2 in implementing Hospital Policy.
Adhere to and uphold the Professional Code of Conduct for Nurses.
Support staff in orientation, training, and development, including students and care attendants.
Commit to continuous professional development, including internal training programmes.
Collaborate on continuous quality improvement in the clinical area.
Reporting relationship is to CNM 2, CNM 3/ADON, and professional accountability to the Director of Nursing.
Specific Accountability – Managing the Service
Assist the CNM 2 in organising and managing the department on a 24‑hour basis.
Ensure safe, high‑standard care in accordance with policies and guidelines.
Encourage evidence‑based practice and use a care‑planning approach.
Organise patient admission procedures in consultation with the medical team, CNM 2, CNM 3 and Patient Flow.
Plan appropriate nursing care based on individual needs assessments.
Prioritise patients’ needs and comforts.
Maintain accurate verbal and written nursing reporting systems.
Communicate patient conditions to the CNM 2 and coordinate with relatives and visitors as required.
Participate in cost‑control policies and audit procedures.
Collaborate on budget and service planning.
Attend required committees and meetings.
Maintain a safe environment for patients, staff and visitors.
Report accidents and incidents via the NIMS electronic record system, escalating appropriately.
Promote risk management and incident reporting.
Ensure cleaning standards and adequate supplies of items such as linens and sterile packs.
Coordinate maintenance of equipment and reporting of faulty equipment.
Specific Accountability – Managing Change
Act quickly to address urgent matters.
Make timely decisions with available information.
Demonstrate lateral thinking and involvement of colleagues as required.
Anticipate likely consequences of actions and decisions.
Keep colleagues, patients and others informed timely and openly.
Listen actively and explain clearly.
Promote confidentiality and data protection.
Communicate effectively through all channels.
Specific Accountability – Managing Yourself
Develop and nurture workplace relationships.
Liaise with other Hospital staff and departments to maintain high standards of care.
Be approachable, give and receive feedback, and recognise impact on the team.
Assist in the orientation of new staff and oversee mandatory education requirements.
Delegate effectively and ensure timely resource use.
Support operational planning for consistent task execution.
Read widely to stay abreast of recent developments.
Research and promote evidence‑based quality initiatives.
Prioritise team work and update systems and schedules appropriately.
Communicate updates, risks, and any inability to meet deadlines.
Redeploy personnel in emergencies when requested.
Assist in day‑to‑day operation when CNM 2 is unavailable.
Facilitate education and training of other staff, including students.
Ensure completed mandatory education and recertification to maintain compliance.
Provide appraisal and counselling of trained staff as needed.
Monitor team performance against goals and give honest feedback.
Seek and apply feedback for self‑development.
Embrace and encourage change, creating an environment for others to flourish.
Lead by example with professionalism, punctuality and dedication.
Ensure appropriate staffing levels and skill mix within resource allocation.
Use open communication to promote healthy working relationships and initiative.
Complete leadership training and coaching programmes as applicable.
Maintain compliance with the Hospital’s dress code.
Information Technology
Ensure effective and efficient use of information technology for patient care and administrative support.
Train staff on computer systems used in patient episode management (EPR, PIMS, Order Comms, Symphony, SAP, Core).
Health & Safety
Ensure staff compliance with the Safety, Health and Welfare at Work Act 2005.
Enact health and safety responsibilities per Hospital policies, protocols and procedures.
Prepare risk assessments and departmental safety statements as required.
Hygiene / Infection Control
Ensure awareness of hygiene responsibilities within the department.
Act as a role model and promote infection control and prevention.
Ensure staff apply good IPC practices such as hand hygiene and standard precautions.
Quality, Safety and Risk Management
Support the delivery of the Quality, Safety and Risk Management Programme, including risk identification and management.
Confidentiality
Maintain the confidentiality of Hospital work and patient information, disclosing details only as required by law.
Return all documents and property upon request or termination.
Data Management
Ensure compliance with the Data Protection Act 2018.
Development of Hospital Groups
Adapt to potential changes in reporting relationships and additional accountabilities associated with the review of the Hospital structure.
#J-18808-Ljbffr