Staff Nurse Anaesthetic/PACU Bank - UPMC Kildare Hospital
Location: Kildare
Job type: Casual/Bank
Overview of role
To work as a member of a team of nurses in the UPMC Kildare Hospital theatre department providing high quality, patient-centred care for patients and their families.
To develop and maintain good relationships with all members of the multi-disciplinary team and to work closely with nursing colleagues developing innovative practice within the unit, delivering evidence-based care.
The theatre nurse will be expected to assist in a wide range of specialities (orthopaedic, general, ophthalmology, gynaecology, ENT, pain management, urology, vascular).
The role is a bank contract.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities
Clinical
Ensure the delivery of the highest possible standard of care to all patients.
Act as preceptor to preregistration students, mentor new clinical staff and new non-clinical staff, and support and guide all colleagues when needed.
Liaise with link lecturers from affiliated nurse education departments to develop and maintain UPMC Kildare 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 theatre manager by meeting agreed responsibilities as set out by the Theatre Manager or the Director of Nursing at any time.
Identify and discuss nursing/patient needs with consultants, the nursing team, multidisciplinary team, patients and carers.
Ensure that the highest possible standards of patient care and patient safety are maintained at all times.
Have an understanding of the principles and workings of pre-assessment.
Maintain high standards of communication, both written and verbal at all times, and 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 the following policies and guide lines and always practise within the guidelines and policies written at both unit and hospital level:
Clinical risk reporting policy
Occupational Health
Facilities Management
Patient Moving and Handling
Resuscitation / Basic Life Support
Health and Safety
Departmental Financial & Budgetary Controls
Patient Complaints procedure
Falls Management programme
It is the responsibility of all UPMC Kildare Hospital employees to ensure they are aware of and competent in the reporting of Clinic Risk and all Health and Safety concerns.
Undertake a pro-active approach in achieving and maintaining accreditation standards within UPMCKildare Hospital and have an in-depth knowledge of departmental and hospital-wide policies.
General
Mentor new clinical staff and new non-clinical staff, support and guide all colleagues when needed.
Liaise with link lecturers from affiliated nurse education departments with particular regard to developing and maintaining UPMC Kildare 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 or the Director of Nursing at any time.
Maintain high standards of communication, both written and verbal at all times, and have a working knowledge of all ABA publications including the Scope of Practice Framework and Code of Professional Misconduct.
Maintain own professional registration and submit to HR department for verification yearly.
It is the responsibility of all UPMC Kildare Hospital employees to ensure they are aware of and competent in the reporting of Hospital Risk and all Health and Safety concerns.
Undertake a pro-active approach in achieving and maintaining accreditation standards within UPMC Kildare Hospital and have an in-depth knowledge of departmental and hospital-wide policies.
Develop appropriate IT skills to enable you to work in an efficient manner within the clinical environment.
Have a working knowledge of Isoft, Lab Information System and all other appropriate systems.
Continually risk assess the unit environment to ensure the safety of all patients, relatives and staff members.
Report any accidents, incidents or complaints according to Hospital Guidelines and Policies.
Liaise with the Scheduling Team regarding the allocation of patient beds and theatre slots.
Professional Accountability and Development
Ensure you remain professionally updated and ensure care in all areas is delivered in line with the latest research to promote evidence-based practice.
Actively participate in research where appropriate for the benefit of patients.
Provide a supportive and learning environment in the Hospital, which enables the educational and professional development needs of staff to be met.
Ensure that statutory rules, guidelines and legislation are understood and complied with.
Ensure that standards of care are safeguarded, and all staff are aware of the need for patients and clients.
High quality care is recognised as of primary importance.
Act as a positive role model with regards to the Hospital ethos.
Quality & Audit
Participate as required in clinical audit and research activity within the field, promoting a positive attitude towards the implementation of evidence-based practice.
Undertake research/clinical audit as necessary, critically analyse and provide written reports of the same.
Participate in local audits in preparation for annual accreditation.
Work closely with the Quality and Patient Safety team, ensuring the department is meeting accreditation standards at all times.
Health and Safety
Uphold UPMC Kildare Hospital's policy requirements in relation to Fire, Infection Control 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.
Job description notes
This job description is intended to be an outline of the areas of responsibility.
As the UPMC Kildare Hospital and the post holder develop, this job description may be subject to review in light of the changing needs of the Hospital.
Qualifications & Experience
Registered General Nurse with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland (NMBI).
At least 2 years post-registration theatre experience – essential.
Paediatric experience is essential.
Evidence of ongoing CPD.
Hold a relevant theatre qualification – desirable.
Equal Opportunity Statement and Benefits
UPMC is an equal opportunity employer.
We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Benefits include fully paid maternity and paternity leave for new parents; competitive pension plan; company-funded Death in Service Benefit; critical illness cover for all employees up to the age of 66; enhanced annual leave up to a maximum of 27 days; flexible working opportunities; opportunities for development and career advancement.
About UPMC
UPMC is a renowned multinational academic medical centre committed to delivering people-focused care that's close to home.
Headquartered in Pittsburgh and affiliated with the University of Pittsburgh Schools of the Health Sciences, UPMC shapes the future of health through clinical and technological innovation, research and education.
UPMC expands its expertise globally, bringing world-class care across continents through its UPMC International division.
In Ireland, UPMC has provided high-quality healthcare in the South East since ****, including facilities such as UPMC Kildare Hospital, UPMC Whitfield Hospital, and UPMC Sports Surgery Clinic.
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