Job Title: Clinical Nurse Manager 3 Project Manager in Infection Prevention and Control Department: Infection Prevention & Control Job Type: Permanent Hours: 37.5 per week (Full-Time) Blackrock Clinic is the leading and longest established private hospital and clinic in Ireland. Since it opened in the mid-1980s, the clinic has consistently built an unparalleled reputation in new high-tech surgical procedures, medical treatments, and ground-breaking diagnostics. Blackrock Clinic is now part of Blackrock Health private hospital group along with the Hermitage Clinic, Galway Clinic, and Limerick Clinic, some of the most advanced hospitals in Irish private healthcare. As a JCI accredited hospital, Blackrock Clinic is a progressive and pioneering hospital in which care for the patient is central to everything we do. Role Purpose: The role is responsible for providing support and specialist advice to all disciplines of staff, patients and members of the public, regarding the prevention and control of infections during renovation/ construction and other IPC project activities.This role will contain and reduce the incidence of infections across the hospital through risk assessment, monitoring compliance, surveillance, audit, intervention, education and the development of specialised protocols, policies and guidelines. The position requires a strategic approach to the development of services and structures, embracing continuous quality improvement and the management of changes necessary to achieve hospital development. Management and Leadership The CNM3 will: oContribute to the strategic management and project planning process oFormulate service plans and budgets in co-operation with the wider healthcare team oManage resources, including staff, efficiently and effectively to ensure the highest standards of service oManage and evaluate the implementation of the service plan and budget oProvide reports on activity and services as required oDevelop and manage departmental and nursing policy with a particular emphasis on renovation/ Construction and projects oMonitor compliance with risk assessment and lead on proactive improvement oExercise authority and co-ordinate the functions of the assigned area(s) oProvide support, advice and direction to staff as required oEngage with the wider IPC teams in the 3 hospitals and facilitate knowledge sharing and standardises prevention approach oFacilitate communication at ward and departmental level oPromote a culture that values diversity and respect in the workplace oManage and promote liaisons with internal / external bodies as appropriate oEnsure compliance with legal requirements, policies and procedures affecting service users, staff and other hospital matters oEngage in Information Technology developments as they apply to service user and service administration oProvide out of hours project management monitoring as required. Professional/Clinical The CNM3 will: oProvide a high level of professional and clinical leadership oProvide safe, comprehensive nursing care to service users within the guidelines laid out by othe Bord Altranais agus Cnimhseachais na hireann (Nursing Midwifery Board Ireland) oThe Manager will practice nursing according to Professional Clinical Guidelines National and Area Health Service Executive (HSE guidelines). oManage, monitor and evaluate professional and clinical standards relating to the given project ensuring an evidence based, care planning approach oParticipate in teams as appropriate, communicating and working in co-operation with other team members oFacilitate co-ordination, co-operation and liaison across healthcare teams and programmes in relation to renovation/ construction and other project planning and implementation; oLiaising with BRC/BRC projects and facilities teams providing site specific infection control inputs for each construction / redevelopment project on Blackrock Healthcare Site Constraints document. oCollaborate with service users, construction teams, external project team members, facilities management and hospital management oCommunicate results of compliance with project risk assessment and project planning. oSupport the material selection process providing project team members strategic IFC advice. oProvide report information on IFC KPIs for project meetings. oFormulate, manage and implement best practice policies and procedures oEnsure the maintenance of records in accordance with local service and professional standards oAdhere to and contribute to the development and maintenance of national and international standards, protocols and guidelines consistent with the highest standards of patient safety oEvaluate and manage the implementation of best practice policy and procedures e.g. national and international standards oMaintain professional standards in relation to confidentiality, ethics and legislation oIn consultation with other disciplines, implement and assess quality management programmes as appropriate oParticipate in clinical audit/ compliance as required and ensure that audits/ compliance testing is performed in his/her area(s) of responsibility oInitiate and participate in research studies as appropriate oOperate within the Scope of Practice - seek advice and assistance from his / her manager with any cases or issues that prove to be beyond the scope of his / her professional competence in line with principles of best practice and clinical governance. o Ensure project teams work in compliance with the Scope of Practice Education and Training The CNM3 will: Advise on, participate in, and evaluate programmes of education to meet the infection control needs of all healthcare staff in relation to project planning and progress Demonstrate vision, innovation and flexibility in promoting research/evidence-based practice and in developing awareness/education programmes for staff. Participate in relevant in-service education and study days for all healthcare staff. Undertake continuing professional development, availing of formal and informal educational opportunities thus ensuring continuing credibility amongst nursing, medical and allied health professionals Maintain an awareness of current developments and research in infection control and nursing practice by reading relevant literature and attending seminars and conferences. Communication The CNM3 will: oCommunicate effectively to undertake the duties of the post. oDemonstrate excellent presentation skill oDemonstrate effective writing and presentation skills. oFoster good working relationships between colleagues and other contract staff by maintaining a high professional standard cognisant of the Dignity at Work Policy (2009). oCommunicate regular conformance reports to various hospital stakeholders, IPC teams and construction teams Clinical Governance, Quality Assurance, Risk, Health & Safety The CNM3 will; oEnsure that effective safety procedures are developed and managed to comply with statutory obligations, in conjunction with relevant staff oTake appropriate action on any matter identified as being detrimental to staff and/or patient care or wellbeing / may be inhibiting the efficient provision of care oEnsure adherence to established policies and procedures e.g. Health and Safety, Infection Control Risk assessment oEnsure completion of incident / near miss forms oMaintain a feedback mechanism with the clinical risk manager and report to senior management team where appropriate oEnsure advice of relevant stakeholders is sought prior to procurement or design choice oHave a working knowledge of the Health Information and Quality Authority (HIQA) and JCI Standards as they apply to the role, for example, Standards for Healthcare, National Standards for the Prevention and Control of Healthcare Associated Infections, Hygiene Standards etc. oHave a working knowledge of National Aspergillosis prevention, Legionella prevention and various HBN/ HTMs. Knowledge & Experience oBe registered in the general division of the Register of Nurses maintained by NMBI oA recognised Infection Prevention and Control level 9 or above qualification oMust have a minimum of 3 years post registration experience IPC within a hospital. oHave experience in carrying out risk assessment prior to renovation and construction and other IPC related projects oBe qualified in PRINCE 2 (a process- based methodology for effective management) or willing to complete same with immediate effect oBe knowledgeable on various HBN/ HTM recommendations related to projects oBe knowledgeable in national and international standards in Infection prevention and control in a hospital setting oBe able to recognise prevention of infection elements on a live construction site Skills & Competencies Experience in hospital design and risk assessing Experience in risk assessments during projects Clinical Skills Management skills Leadership skills Negotiating Skills IT skills Quality focus Risk Management Clinical audit Excellent interpersonal and communication skills Presentation skills Budgetary skills Change management skills Why work at the Blackrock Clinic? At the BlackrockClinic, we are passionate about our people and believe in their development and growth. As a member of the team you can benefit from: Competitive salary Onsite parking Pension Discounted café Sports and Social club Employee Assistance Programme Discounted onsite pharmacy Please Note: Job descriptions are a reflection of the present service requirements and may be subject to review and amendments to meet the changing needs of the service. Please note that we reserve the right to close this vacancy early if sufficient applications are received. ? Blackrock Clinic is an Equal Opportunities employer, and we are committed to creating an environment that promotes equality and dignity at work. Blackrock Clinic is committed to providing reasonable accommodation when needed. Please advise if you have particular requirements, so that we can look into arranging reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process. You can contact us at It is essential that you have valid work permission for the Republic of Ireland to take up employment for this position, or in the case of critical skills, you must be eligible for a work permit. Skills: IPC Project Management CNM3