Clinical Nurse Facilitator - UPMC Aut Even Hospital, Kilkenny
Location & Job Type
Location: Aut Even HospitalJob type: Permanent
Overview
The role is responsible for the facilitation of quality education and professional development that is in line with the highest standards of nursing practice within the Operating Theatre Department. As a key member of the nurse education team, the Clinical Nurse Facilitator (CNF) will work with the Assistant Chief Nursing Officer to develop a framework for competency assessment and a strategy for continuous professional development for peri‑operative nurses. The CNF will facilitate learning using a broad range of teaching strategies and methods, provide a supportive clinical learning environment for post‑registration and undergraduate nurses, and actively participate in the Quality and Safety programme to ensure compliance with best practice and JCI standards relevant to peri‑operative care.
Key Responsibilities
Facilitate education and continuous professional development within the operating department for Registered Nurses.
Facilitate education and training for peri‑operative nurses that is aligned with UPMC competency assessment framework.
Ensure education and training programmes are reviewed and reflect best practice and both national and international standards for peri‑operative care.
Promote an environment for professional nursing practice consistent with UPMC’s mission, vision and values in Ireland.
Ensure peri‑operative teaching sites provide optimum learning environments and meet student outcomes set by the Third Level College and the NMBI standards.
Develop, engage in and promote person‑centred nursing practices through care processes that enhance clinical effectiveness and patient outcomes.
Support change and play an active role in promoting nursing and corporate developments required to sustain innovations in nursing and clinical practice within the theatre department.
Management and Organisation
Support the Assistant Chief Nursing Officer and Theatre Managers with strategic development of Peri‑operative Nursing.
Provide professional and clinical leadership, facilitate staff team building and develop educational strategies for expert peri‑operative nursing care.
Attend meetings with third‑level institutes regarding student affairs, placements and related matters.
Collaborate with theatre managers on quality issues and assist in managing and implementing nursing service strategies for quality assurance and metrics.
Contribute to addressing practice issues highlighted and take remedial actions as appropriate.
Develop and implement systems related to quality improvement.
Develop monitoring and audit mechanisms to measure peri‑operative service quality.
Support surgical teams in formulating evidence‑based policies, protocols, guidelines and procedures to ensure the highest standard of patient‑focused nursing care within available resources.
Maintain the online database of approved nursing policies, protocols, guidelines and procedures with the Quality department.
Ensure teaching sites for student nurses provide optimum learning environments conducive to student requirements.
Demonstrate evidence of planning and organisational skills, including time management and initiative.
Support the profession and encourage ongoing professional development of nursing staff.
Demonstrate ability to motivate self and others.
Communication and Interprofessional Working
Foster good working relationships with colleagues and other staff by maintaining a high professional standard within the theatre department.
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop, review, and update policies, procedures, guidelines and protocols that reflect evidence‑based practice.
Demonstrate effective writing and presentation skills, including PowerPoint and Teams.
Be innovative in the use of various educational online platforms to facilitate inclusive education and training for all staff.
Education and Training
Assist the ACNO in developing and implementing educational frameworks for clinical pathway programmes.
Participate in clinical learning environment audits for undergraduate programmes.
Assist in designing, developing and delivering NMBI‑accredited foundation and skills programmes based on patient needs and service requirements.
Assist in designing and delivering education programmes for Healthcare Assistants in collaboration with Directors of Nursing and Clinical Nurse Managers.
Identify and participate in activities that enhance own professional development.
Support staff in applying codes and policies of practice, including Scope of Practice Framework (An Bord Altranais, 2000) and the Code of Professional Conduct and Ethics (NMBI, 2015).
Audit/Research
Assist with the formulation of policies, protocols, guidelines and procedures to ensure the highest standards of peri‑operative patient‑focused care.
Provide accurate reports of all audits completed to the Director of Nursing, supporting an ongoing quality improvement ethos within the hospital.
Support nursing staff in the conduct of internal and local audit processes as part of service delivery improvement and professional development.
Professional/Personal Development
Keep up to date with nursing literature, recent research, and new developments in nursing practice, management and education. Attend learning opportunities to stay familiar with peri‑operative innovations.
Accreditation
Familiarise with policies, procedures and guidelines directly related to clinical care and area.
Assist in the review of policies, procedures and guidelines under the direction of the chapter lead/department manager.
Lean
Lead, facilitate and participate in lean projects with all disciplines and departments of the hospital.
Support and collaborate in problem‑solving and continuous improvement using lean tools and techniques.
Attend on‑site training as required.
Personnel
Follow uniform policy reference.
General
Work may be required in other areas of the hospital in line with patient requirements as requested by the line manager or nurse management.
Staff must produce satisfactory documentary evidence of all training and experience claimed.
Respect the organisational values of the hospital.
Quality & Safety – Safe Culture
Participate actively in all quality and safety activities throughout the working day to pursue excellence.
Work with the line manager in planning, monitoring, analysing and improving all quality programmes.
Participate in developing performance indicators in conjunction with the department manager and business objectives.
Initiate, participate in and evaluate audit according to JCI, hospital policy and Lean requirements under audit lead support.
Health & Safety
Ensure responsible protection of safety, health and welfare of staff and others.
Co‑operate with UPMC to ensure safety, health and welfare at work and report any potentially dangerous situations.
Abide by guidelines and policies, including incident and near‑miss reporting.
Attend annual Fire Health & Safety education sessions.
Information Governance
In the course of employment, you may have access to or hear information concerning the medical or personal affairs of patients and/or staff. Such records and information are strictly confidential unless acting on an authorised officer’s instructions, and must not be disclosed except in the performance of normal duty. Records must not be left unsecured and must be kept in safe custody when no longer required.
Qualifications & Experience
Skills Essential to the Post
Peri‑operative Nursing Clinical Skills
Leadership skills
IT skills
Quality focus
Risk Management
Clinical audit
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Qualifications
Registered nurse in the relevant division, holding a valid registration on the Register of Nurses and Midwives held by the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland (NBMI).
Relevant postgraduate award at level 8/9 or higher, or pursuit of same.
Master’s degree in education, or pursuit of same.
Experience
At least 5 years post‑registration nursing experience, including a minimum of two years in the peri‑operative setting.
Job Specific Competencies and Knowledge
Possess the requisite knowledge and ability (including high suitability) for the proper discharge of the duties of the office.
Salary: €62,077.17–€76,158.63 per annum based on a 37.5 hour work week.
This job description may be subject to review in light of the changing needs of the business.
Equal Opportunity Statement and Benefits
UPMC is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Benefits – Fully paid maternity and paternity leave for new parents. Competitive pension plan, company‑funded death in service benefit x 3. Critical illness cover for all employees up to age 66.
Performance and Recognition – Rewards for performance that supports the goals and mission of UPMC through our annual ACES programme.
Work‑Life Balance – Enhanced annual leave up to a maximum of 27 days. Flexible working opportunities to support work around external family commitments.
Development and Career Opportunities – Opportunities for each employee to reach their career goals through continued learning and/or advancement.
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