Staff Nurse Cath Lab – 11 Month FTC – UPMC Whitfield Hospital, Waterford
Location:
UPMC Whitfield Hospital
Job type:
Fixed Term (11 months)
Overview of role
UPMC Whitfield Hospital is recruiting a Staff Nurse Cath Lab.
This is a fixed term contract position lasting 11 months.
Provide professional nursing care for a defined group of patients, having responsibility for the assessment, planning, and implementation of care needs, as well as the delivery and evaluation of skilled professional care, under the direction of the Department Manager.
The Staff Nurse will provide exceptional patient care in an environment where quality, respect, caring and compassion are central.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities
Demonstrate expertise in the nursing assessment and management of emergency cardiac situations, including acute cardiac chest pain patients.
Anticipate, recognise and rapidly respond to the unpredictable problems and complaints of patients within the Cath Lab and recovery room.
Provide a safe and welcoming environment for patients in a highly complex and technical area.
Reassure and support patients who may be awake during procedures.
Administer medication as prescribed during and after procedures.
Ensure correct set up of CCL before each procedure and adhere to ANTT, maintaining the sterile environment.
Ensure adequate supply and maintenance of equipment.
Assist physicians during catheterisation procedures, angioplasties, pacemaker implantation and other cardiac procedures.
Liaise with the multidisciplinary team in a timely manner to ensure the safe and effective management of patient flow and robust management of emergency cardiac admissions.
Work as part of a multidisciplinary team, fostering good communication and working relationships with colleagues of all disciplines, using specialised practice to improve patient outcomes.
Plan the safe transport of critically ill patients within the CCL and when transferring to receiving Cardio-Thoracic Centres.
Ensure accurate recording of information in CCL using CVIS and the medical record.
Participate and lead as required in clinical audit and research activity within the field, promoting a positive attitude towards the implementation of evidence-based practice.
Undertake research/clinical audit as necessary, critically analyse and provide written reports of the same.
Participate in local audits in preparation for annual accreditation.
Work closely with the Quality and Patient Safety team, ensuring the department is meeting accreditation standards at all times.
Uphold UPMC Whitfield Hospital's policy requirements in relation to Fire, Infection Control, Radiation Safety and Health and Safety at work regulations and attend updates.
Identify potential risks for all staff, patients and visitors and adhere to relevant incident reporting procedures.
Observe a general duty of care for the health, safety and well-being of self, work colleagues, visitors and patients within the hospital, in addition to any specific risk management associated with this post.
Contribute to the identification of training needs pertinent to the clinical area.
Identify and contribute to the continual enhancement of learning opportunities in the clinical area.
Participate in the clinical induction of all new nursing and support staff.
Develop leadership ability in order to act as an effective role model.
Assume responsibility for own learning and development needs.
Embod the UPMC values in all day-to-day activities within the hospital.
Qualifications & Experience
Registered general nurse with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland (NMBI).
Cath Lab / CCU / ICU experience is essential.
Evidence of ongoing CPD.
Salary
€37,****** – €54,****** per annum based on a 37-hour week.
Benefits
Fully paid maternity and paternity leave for new parents.
Competitive pension plan.
Company-funded Death in Service Benefit x3 times.
Critical illness cover for all employees up to the age of 66.
Rewards for performance through the annual ACES programme.
Enhanced annual leave up to a maximum of 27 days.
Flexible working opportunities to support work around external family commitments.
Opportunities for each employee to reach career goals through continued learning and/or advancement.
Equal Opportunity Statement
UPMC is an equal opportunity employer.
We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
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