Professional /ClinicalThe CNM2 will:Manage patient care to ensure the highest professional standards using an evidence based, care planning approachProvide a high level of professional and clinical leadershipBe responsible for the co-ordination, assessment, planning, delivery and review of service user care by all staff in designated area(s)Provide safe, comprehensive nursing / midwifery care to service users within the guidelines laid out by Bord Altranais agus Cnáimhseachais na hÉireann (Nursing Midwifery Board Ireland)The Manager will practice nursing / midwifery according toProfessional Clinical GuidelinesNational and Area Health Service Executive (HSE guidelines).Local policies, protocols and guidelinesCurrent legislationManage own caseload in accordance with the needs of the postParticipate in teams / meetings / committees as appropriate, communicating and working in co-operation with other team membersFacilitate co-ordination, co-operation and liaison across healthcare teams and programmesEnsure that service users and others are treated with dignity and respectMaintain nursing / midwifery records in accordance with local service and professional standardsAdhere to and contribute to the development and maintenance of nursing / midwifery standards, protocols and guidelines consistent with the highest standards of patient careEvaluate and manage the implementation of best practice policy and procedures e.g. admission and discharge procedures, control and usage of stocks and equipment, grievance and disciplinary proceduresMaintain professional standards in relation to confidentiality, ethics and legislationIn consultation with CNM 3 / CMM 3 and other disciplines, implement and assess quality management programmesParticipate in clinical audit as requiredInitiate and participate in research studies as appropriateDevise and implement Health Promotion Programmes for service users as relevant to the postOperate 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