Clinical Nurse Manager 1 (Theatre) - UPMC Sports Surgery ClinicLocation: Sports Surgery ClinicJob type: Fixed TermOverview of role: Primary Duties and Responsibilities: The Operating Theatre Robotics Manager is responsible for the effective management, coordination, and continuous improvement of robotic-assisted surgical services within the operating theatre. This includes overseeing day-to-day operations of robotic surgery, maintaining compliance with safety and quality standards, managing robotic equipment and supplies, staff training, and acting as the primary liaison between surgical teams and hospital administration regarding robotic procedures.The role will provide clinical leadership, optimise theatre efficiency, manage advanced robotic technologies, and ensure safe, high-quality patient care. With the increasing demand for minimally invasive, robot-assisted procedures and the strategic expansion of orthopaedic and spinal services in UPMC SSC, this leadership position is vital for expert knowledge, clinical governance, cost-efficiency, and service innovation.The CNM3 has full responsibility for the management of the Operating Theatre Department. The CNM2 Robotics Manager will support the CNM3 with the management of the Department.Key Responsibilities:• Oversee the planning, scheduling, and execution of all robotic-assisted surgical procedures.• Ensure all robotic systems MAKO (Stryker) Velys (De Puy Synthes J&J) Excelsius (Global Medical) and other systems that may be introduced in the future are properly maintained, calibrated, and safe for use.• Completion of Enterprise Architecture (EA)and Data Protection Impact Assessment (DPIA) as required .• Manage a team of robotic surgical assistants, scrub nurses, and technicians and HCAs• Provide hands-on support during robotic procedures as needed.• Develop and implement standardized operating procedures (SOPs) for robotic surgeries.• Collaborate with surgeons, anaesthesiologists, and nursing staff to ensure high-quality patient outcomes.• Lead training and certification programmes for theatre staff in robotic surgery protocols.• Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) such as case volumes, downtime, instrument usage, and staff performance.• Co-ordinate maintenance and repairs with biomedical engineer or vendors.• Ensure compliance with regulatory standards, infection control, and hospital policies.• Participate in budget planning, procurement of robotic instruments, and consumables.• Stay current with advancements in robotic surgery and recommend upgrades or new technologies.• Maintain documentation for audits, quality assurance, and training purposes.Operational Management:• Oversee day-to-day scheduling and execution of all robotic-assisted surgical procedures.• Ensure availability, functionality, and compliance of robotic surgical systems (e.g. da Vinci).• Collaborate with the Theatre Manager 3, Bed Manager and ADON for patient flow to optimise theatre utilisation and efficiency for robotic lists.Team Leadership:• Manage, lead, and support theatre staff involved in robotic procedures.• Co-ordinate training and ongoing education for staff in robotic systems and safety protocols.• Act as lead clinical support for theatre teams during robotic procedures as required.Equipment & Compliance:• Ensure preventative maintenance, servicing, and calibration of robotic systems in collaboration with the Facilities Department and Biomedical Engineer.• Oversee ordering and inventory of robotic consumables and instruments in line with budgetary controls.• Maintain all documentation related to equipment safety checks, usage logs, and incident reporting.Governance & Quality:• Support compliance with HIQA standards, infection prevention, and JCI accreditation requirements in collaboration with the Risk and Quality Team.• Participate in clinical audits, incident reviews, and quality improvement initiatives.• Maintain accurate training and competency records for all robotic-trained staff.Strategic Development:• Act as the point of contact for Consultants and clinical leads for developing robotic services.• Support the hospital's clinical innovation goals by promoting robotic surgery as a strategic capability.• Liaise with vendors and represent the hospital in external training, product evaluations, and user groups.Qualifications & Experience:Essential:• Registered Nurse with the Nursing & Midwifery Board of Ireland (NMBI)• Minimum 5 years' experience in a theatre setting, with 2+ years in robotic surgery support.• Proven leadership experience in a clinical setting.• Certified training on robotic surgical platforms.Desirable:• Postgraduate qualification in Healthcare Management.• Postgraduate qualification in Perioperative Nursing • Experience working in a JCI-accredited or HIQA-regulated environment.• Familiarity with private hospital systems and theatre management software.Technical • Demonstrate good IT skills.Key Skills & Competencies:• Strong clinical knowledge of robotic surgical workflows.• Excellent organisational and time-management skills.• Ability to lead multidisciplinary teams effectively.• High level of attention to detail and patient safety awareness.• Effective communicator with both clinical and non-clinical stakeholders.• Problem-solving and process improvement mind setEqualOpportunity Statement and Benefits UPMC is an equal opportunity employer.We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environmentfor all employees.At UPMC we provide a total rewards programthat is not only market competitive, but fair and provides growth opportunitiesfor all our colleagues.Compensation – Competitive pay for the work employees do – base pay, performance related payand premium pay where applicable.Benefits –Fully paid maternity and paternity leave for new parents. Competitive PensionPlan, company funded Death in Service Benefit x 3 times. Critical Illness coverfor all employees up to the age of 66.Performance and Recognition – Rewards for performance that supports the goals and mission ofUPMC through our annual ACES programme.Work-Life Balance – Enhanced annual leave up to a maximum of 27 days. Flexibleworking opportunities to support you to work around external familycommitments.Developmentand Career Opportunities – Opportunities for each employee to reachtheir career goals through continued learning and/or advancement.AboutUPMC UPMC is a renowned multinational academic medicalcentre committed to delivering people-focused care that's close to home.Headquartered in Pittsburgh and affiliated with the University of PittsburghSchools of the Health Sciences, UPMC shapes the future of health throughclinical and technological innovation, research and education.UPMC expands its expertise globally, bringing world-class care acrosscontinents through its UPMC International division — an owned and operatednetwork of hospitals and ambulatory care centres in Italy, Ireland andCroatia. UPMC International brings new access to the signature specialtyservices of UPMC Hillman Cancer Centre, UPMC Sports Medicine and others tomore people in more places around the world. In Ireland UPMC has provided high-quality healthcare in the South East since2006. UPMC's operations in Ireland now include UPMC Whitfield Hospital inWaterford, UPMC Sports Surgery Clinic in Dublin, UPMC Kildare Hospital inClane, and UPMC Aut Even Hospital in Kilkenny. Outpatient care is available atthe UPMC Carlow Outreach Centre, UPMC Hillman Cancer Centre radiotherapylocations in Waterford and Cork, UPMC The 4th Practice in Mallow, and acrossUPMC Sports Medicine Clinics in Dublin, Waterford, Limerick, Tipperary, Cork, andMayo. UPMC has also established a nationwide Concussion Network. UPMC'sGlobal Technology Operation Centre is based in Kilkenny.