Job Overview
The Theatre Manager is responsible for leading and managing a team of nursing and support colleagues in the provision of patient-centered, evidence-based quality care. The role involves co-ordinating and managing activity and resources within the Theatre, Endoscopy and CSSD department to ensure the provision of safe, quality-assured, efficient service for patients and colleagues.
Key Responsibilities
* In consultation with CNMs, Consultants and other disciplines, implement and assess quality management programmes.
* Play a key role in developing services within the theatre and endoscopy department.
* Foster good working relationships between colleagues and other staff by maintaining high professional standards.
* Work within allocated resources through rigorous planning, monitoring and evaluation of all available resources.
* Contribute effectively to the multidisciplinary team, promoting good teamwork and excellent patient care.
* Manage communication at departmental level and facilitate team building.
* Provide staff leadership and motivation that fosters good working relations and work performance.
* Manage resources efficiently and effectively.
* Lead and implement change as required.
* Develop evidence-based policies and procedures to support best practice, monitor progress and lead on proactive improvement.
* Ensure that the staff development and induction programme for trained and untrained staff, including students, is in place for the clinical area.
* Identify opportunities for staff professional development in line with the requirements of the service.
* Lead on compliance with relevant accreditation standards, identifying and implementing opportunities for quality improvement.
Qualifications and Experience Required
* Be a registered general nurse with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland (NMBI).
* Have 3 to 5 years' experience in a leadership role within a theatre environment. Previous experience within a private healthcare setting would be advantageous.
* Hold a qualification in Peri-operative Nursing.
* Demonstrate leadership skills and ability to influence others.
* Demonstrate knowledge and experience of quality audit/assurance systems.
* Experience with clinical and professional practice development.
* Have experience in change management.
* Possess excellent communication skills.
* Evidence of participation in an accreditation process would be desirable.
Benefits
This is a full-time, permanent role located in Waterford. We are seeking a highly motivated individual who can lead our theatre team and contribute to the delivery of high-quality patient care.
Requirements
We require a reliable candidate who can commute to Waterford or plan to relocate before starting work.