Clinical Nurse Manager - Day Ward - UMPC Sports Surgery Clinic, DublinLocation: Sports Surgery ClinicJob type: PermanentOverview of role:UPMC Sports Surgery Clinic are currently recruiting for the role of Clinical Nurse Manager on our Day Ward, Theatre.Primary Duties and Responsibilities:Outline of Duties and ResponsibilitiesWorking with the Theatre Manager, the CNM will lead by example ensuring that proactive, patient centred care is delivered to a consistently high standard, following policies and guidelines.The CNM will be responsible for the efficiency of the Day Ward leading and developing team members whilst monitoring quality standardsThe CNM will be required to possess a clear and understanding commitment to the ethos and philosophy of the SSC.Management Responsibility:Develop strategies and service goals for the Day Ward with the Theatre Manager and other CNM.Provide good professional leadership and vision, facilitate team building and planned care.Maintain a quality standard of service. Lead a proactive quality improvement and support accreditation.Develop a shared sense of commitment and participation amongst staff in change management in responding to the health needs of the patients.Ensure all staff members are proficient in the management of patient care.Audit current nursing practice and evaluate improvements in the quality of patient care including patient's impression of the service.Support staff development.Plan duty rosters ensuring an adequate/even distribution of staff (skill mix/skill grade).Communication:Communicate with the Theatre Manager and other CNMr on all matters in relation to the Day Ward.Liaise with Nursing Administration regarding staffing levels and the booking for Bank Nurses if required.Advocate and maintain open communication with Senior Nurse Management and the Multi-disciplinary team on clinical and professional issues and ensure that prescribed care is delivered in accordance with agreed protocols.Develop good working relationships to promote seamless care.Liaise with members of the Multi-disciplinary team as part of the contribution to promote improved patient management and liaise openly with other non-clinical support staff and monitor the service provided.Act as a patient advocate through communication, negotiation and representation of the patient's values and decisions in collaboration with other professionals and community resource providers.Promote a courteous and helpful attitude to colleagues, staff, relatives and visitors.Know how to overcome any communication difficulties to ensure effective transfer of information.Assist the Director of Nursing with investigations related to complaints - ensuring the SSC complaints procedure is followed.To maintain good IT skills in order to receive and transfer electronic information effectively and promptlyClinical Responsibility:Provide planned individualised holistic care for patients and ensure efficient planning/liaison with interdisciplinary teams.Assess, plan, implement, evaluate and document the care of patients within the unit.Demonstrate advanced specialist knowledge and provide clinical leadership in patient care.Participate in the development, formulation and evaluation of guidelines, policies and procedures thus ensuring adherence to delivering a quality service.Exercise high levels of judgement, discretion and decision making.Protect patient confidentiality at all times.Provide supervision/direction for team members who provide elements of care.Comply with the Misuse of Drugs Act 1977.The CNM must maintain a safe environment within the guidelines of safety and best practice laid down within the Infection Control Policy, Universal Guidelines, Data Protection Act 1988, Health Safety and Welfare at Work Act 1989 and be aware of potential hazards. Take appropriate action, deal adequately with and report any untoward incident in the Department to the Theatre Manager/CNM and the Director of Nursing.Maintain safe custody of controlled drugs according to Clinic policy.Observe and uphold daily cleaning standards in the department.Report any inadequacies.Maintain an accurate reporting system of near misses, occurrences, incidents, complaints, and co-ordinate risk management activities with other quality initiatives.Keep up to date with current research, ensure evidence-based practice and research is utilised and must contribute to nursing research that is relevant to his/her area of practice.Adherence to departmental patient identification policy at all times.Provide a high standard of safe practice for patient care.Ensure that all equipment in the Day Ward is checked by an appropriate user according to Clinic policy.Demonstrate initiative and be receptive to new ideas and development.To provide clinical expertise within the Day WardTo undertake clinical audit ensuring practice is evidence based - developing action plans as appropriate post-auditTo ensure that patient care is current best practiceEducation and Staff Development Responsibility:Educate all nursing and allied staff, including orientation of new staff to the speciality to develop excellent work practices. To provide mentorship and educational programme for those within the speciality.Support and participate in education and in-service programmes for all staff.To ensure that all team members have undertaken mandatory training, reporting any non-compliance to Nursing Administration.Promote self-care and wellness through patient education, health promotion and training, communication with relatives and significant others in order that the patient will have an understanding of their condition thereby increasing their compliance with treatment and advice.To work with the Theatre Manager in ensuring all staff annual appraisals are carried out.Be prepared to undertake further training to enhance knowledge and skills within the specialtySelf-Development Responsibility:Demonstrate a high level of interest in advances in the clinical management of patient care by attending and participating in in-service programmes, lectures, seminars and staff conferences.Participate in clinic committees as required, attend and contribute to interdepartmental and other meetings.Qualifications & Experience:Be registered in the general division of the Register of Nurses maintained by NMBI.Have at least 5 years post-registration nursing experience (full-time or equivalent hours part-time) in an acute hospital setting with a minimum of three years recent nursing experience (full-time or equivalent hours part-time) in a relevant area.Hold a management qualification be in pursuit of same or willing to undertake one.Previous management experience would be an advantage.Possess well-developed leadership, interpersonal and organisational skills.Computer skills.Orthopaedic experience.Equal Opportunity Statement and BenefitsUPMC is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.At UPMC we provide a total rewards program that is not only market competitive, but fair and provides growth opportunities for all our colleagues.Compensation - Competitive pay for the work employees do.Performance and Recognition - Rewards for performance that supports the goals and mission of UPMC through our annual ACES programme.Development and Career Opportunities - Opportunities for each employee to reach their career goals.About UPMCUPMC is a renowned multinational academic medical centre committed to delivering people-focused care that's close to home. UPMC International brings new access to the signature specialty services of UPMC Hillman Cancer Centre, UPMC Sports Medicine and others to more people in more places around the world.In Ireland UPMC has provided high-quality healthcare in the South East since 2006.
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