Staff Nurse Day Surgery 11 Month FTC - UPMC Whitfield Hospital, Waterford
Location: UPMC Whitfield Hospital – Job type: Fixed Term
Overview of role
UPMC Whitfield are recruiting a Staff Nurse to work as a member of a team of nurses at UPMC Whitfield Hospital providing high quality, patient centred care for patients and their families.
Create and maintain good relationships with all members of the multi-disciplinary team, work closely with nursing colleagues, develop innovative practice within the unit delivering evidence-based care, and develop specialist knowledge of nursing practice relating to the clinical area.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities
Clinical
Ensure the delivery of the highest possible standard of care to all patients.
Act as preceptor to pre-registration students, mentor new clinical staff and new non-clinical staff, and support and guide colleagues when needed.
Liaise with link lecturers from affiliated nurse education departments to develop and maintain UPMC Whitfield Hospital as a recognised learning environment for student nurses.
Develop and maintain effective communication and interpersonal relationships with all members of the multi-disciplinary team to ensure a good team spirit and collaborative working practices.
Support the unit manager by meeting agreed responsibilities as set out by the Unit Manager, Assistant Director of Nursing or the Director of Nursing at any time.
Identify and discuss nursing/patient needs with consultants, nursing team, multidisciplinary team, patients and carers.
Accept responsibility and be accountable for the holistic care of a named group of patients on a shift basis.
Ensure that the highest possible standards of patient care and patient safety are maintained at all times.
Demonstrate and promote a patient-centred style of clinical practice, acting as patient advocate at all times and provide emotional and psychological support to patients admitted to the unit for treatment.
Maintain high standards of communication, both written and verbal at all times.
Have a working knowledge of all NMBI publications including the Scope of Practice Framework and Code of Professional Misconduct.
Maintain own professional registration and submit to HR department for verification yearly.
Develop and maintain a high level of knowledge of clinical risk reporting policy, occupational health, facilities management, patient moving and handling, resuscitation / basic life support, health and safety, departmental financial & budgetary controls.
Be aware of and competent in reporting of clinical risk and all health and safety concerns, understand and participate in projects within the hospital.
Take a proactive approach in achieving and maintaining accreditation standards within UPMC Whitfield Hospital and have an in-depth knowledge of departmental and hospital-wide policies.
Quality & Audit
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 clinical audit as necessary and participate in local audits in preparation for annual accreditation.
Health and Safety
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.
Professional / Education
Manage workload appropriately to ensure that patient care needs are met and colleagues are able to take allocated breaks.
Be responsible for the care, control, storage and administration of drugs according to the clinic and statutory guidelines and the NMBI for the administration of medicines and medication management.
Develop appropriate IT skills to enable efficient work within the clinical environment.
Have a working knowledge of IPiMS and other IT systems on the patient pathway.
Actively liaise with consultants regarding specific patient care.
Continuously risk assess the environment to ensure the safety of all patients, relatives and staff.
Report accidents, incidents or complaints according to UPMC Whitfield Hospital guidelines, policies and SOPs.
Practice and demonstrate research-based nursing care, maintaining personal and professional development.
Undertake any specific training required to perform the role, e.g. use of equipment, administration of specialist medication.
Observe full confidentiality of all information, including awareness and adherence to the legal requirements of GDPR legislation.
Qualifications & Experience
Relevant post-registration experience, with at least 1 year's experience in surgical nursing.
Experience in urology, ophthalmology, orthopaedics, general surgery an advantage.
Full registration with NBMI within the general nursing division – essential.
IT literate.
Certified in BLS.
Surgical clinical knowledge and skills.
IV cannulation skills an advantage.
Collaboration, organisation and negotiation skills.
Leadership and motivational skills.
Knowledge regarding quality improvement and standard of care within practice area.
Effective communication skills.
Proficient in English speaking and writing.
Ability to work autonomously and as part of a team.
Maintain a personal portfolio.
Salary
€37,****** – €53,****** per annum based on a permanent contract 37 hour week.
Benefits
Fully paid maternity and paternity leave for new parents.
Competitive pension plan.
Company-funded Death in Service benefit (x 3 times).
Critical illness cover for all employees up to the age of 66.
Annual leave up to a maximum of 27 days.
Flexible working opportunities to support you to work around external family commitments.
Opportunities for career progression through continued learning and/or advancement.
Rewards for performance that support the goals and mission through our annual ACES programme.
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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