Who We Are
We at the South Infirmary-Victoria University Hospital are committed to providing the highest quality service to all our patients in a friendly, safe and caring environment. We endeavour to provide an effective, efficient service in a timely manner with equal access for all our patients. We aim to provide individual patient-centred care to each patient and their families and promote patient participation in their care. We encourage good interpersonal relationships. We promote staff and service development.
Skills and Attributes
* Administration Skills
Job Description
The successful candidate will provide guidance and support to nursing students in assigned clinical areas to ensure that the clinical placements meet the requirements of the education programme, regarding planned experience and outcomes.
The role includes supporting students in clinical learning environments in hospital and community settings beyond the main teaching site.
Further details can be viewed by downloading the attached job description.
Department Overview
The Nursing Department at South Infirmary-Victoria University Hospital is a dynamic team led by Dr. Ruth Lernihan, Director of Nursing. The department is divided into two directorates managed by Assistant Directors of Nursing, with active participation in decision-making processes. The department emphasizes shared governance and high-quality patient care.
Philosophy of Nursing Care
Patient-centred care, multidisciplinary collaboration, and evidence-based practice underpin our nursing philosophy. We encourage patient independence and involvement, with a focus on continuous quality improvement through regular audits and feedback.
Quality of Care & Education
We support ongoing education and professional development, including study leave, courses, and higher education pursuits. Our staff include Nurse Prescribers and those pursuing postgraduate qualifications. We offer comprehensive in-service education tailored to staff needs.
Educational Opportunities
Our hospital has a longstanding relationship with Nurse training and serves as a clinical placement site for University College Cork (UCC) nursing students, providing a supportive learning environment. We also facilitate placements for postgraduate courses, promoting integration of theory and practice.
Additional Support & Practice Development
We foster a friendly, family-oriented atmosphere with initiatives supporting work-life balance. Staff benefits include Occupational Health, Employee Assistance Program, Stress Management, and various schemes such as Cycle to Work and Tax Saver Travel. We promote practice development, career pathways, and active involvement in national committees and conferences.
We are an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion.
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