OverviewPost Title: Staff Nurse in Accident and Emergency
Post Status: Permanent and Temporary
Department Emergency Department
Location: Beaumont Hospital
Reports to: Directorate Nurse Manager
Salary: Appointment will be made on Staff Nurse Grade (€36,919 - €54,928) at a point in line with Government pay policy.
Hours of work: 37.5 hours per week
Closing Date: Tuesday 5th August 2025 @ 12 noon
ResponsibilitiesThe Staff Nurse will:
Practice Nursing according to the Code of Professional Conduct as laid down by the Nursing Board (An Bórd Altranais) and Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland (Cnáimhseachais na hÉireann) and Professional Clinical GuidelinesAdhere to national, regional and local Health Service Executive (HSE) guidelines, policies, protocols and legislationWork within their scope of practice and take measures to develop and maintain the competence necessary for professional practiceMaintain a high standard of professional behaviour and be accountable for their practiceBe aware of ethical policies and procedures which pertain to the DepartmentRespect and maintain the privacy, dignity and confidentiality of the patientFollow appropriate lines of authority within the Nurse Management structure.Clinical Practice Deliver the nursing care of an assigned group of patients within a best practice / evidence based frameworkManage a designated caseloadPromote the health, welfare and social wellbeing of patients within our servicesActively participate as a multi-disciplinary / inter-disciplinary team member in all aspects of service deliveryAssess, plan, implement and evaluate individual person centred care programmes within an agreed framework and in accordance with best practiceDevelop and promote good interpersonal relationships with patients, their family / social network supports and the interdisciplinary care team in the promotion of person centred careEnsure that care is carried out in an empathetic and ethical manner and that the dignity and spiritual needs of the patient are respectedPromote and recognise the patients' social and cultural dimensions of care and the need for links with their local communityCollaborate and work closely with the patient, their family, the multi-disciplinary / inter-disciplinary team, external agencies and services to facilitate discharge planning, continuity of care and specific care requirementsProvide appropriate and timely education and information to the patient, their family and be an advocate for the individual patient and for their familyReport and consult with senior nursing management on clinical issues as appropriateMaintain appropriate and accurate nursing records and reports regarding patient care in accordance with local / national / professional guidelinesParticipate in innovation and change in the approach to patient care delivery particularly in relation to new research findings, evidence based practice and advances in treatmentParticipate in clinical audit and reviewPromote a positive health concept with patients and colleagues and contribute to health promotion and disease prevention initiatives of the HSE and Beaumont HospitalClinical Governance Participate in clinical governance structures within the local / regional / national clinical governance frameworkHave a working knowledge of HIQA Standards as they apply to the role / care setting, for example, Standards for Healthcare, National Standards for the Prevention and Control of Healthcare Associated Infections, Hygiene Standards etc.
Contribute to ongoing monitoring, audit and evaluation of the service as appropriateAccurately record and report all complaints to appropriate personnel according to local service policyParticipate in the development of policies / procedures and guidelines to support compliance with current legal requirements, where existing, for the safe storage and administration of medicines and other clinical productsParticipate in the development of policies / procedures and guidelines with health, safety, fire, risk and management personnel and participate in their development in conjunction with relevant staff and in compliance with statutory obligationsObserve, report and take appropriate action on any matter which may be detrimental to patient care or well-beingBe aware of, and comply with, the principles of clinical governance including quality, risk and health and safety and be individually responsible for clinical governance, risk management / health and safety issues in the departmentParticipate in the development, promotion and implementation of infection prevention and control guidelinesAdhere to organisational dress codeAssume responsibility for and coordinate the management of the unit / care setting in the absence of the Clinical Nurse ManagerAdhere to Managing Attendance Policy and responsible for maintaining one's own health and wellbeing.
Education, Training & Development The Staff Nurse will:Take responsibility for own competency and learning and development needs and actively contribute to the learning and development of the interdisciplinary teamComplete all mandatory training as deemed necessary by the Director of Nursing and Nursing Midwifery Board of Ireland (NMBI).Participate in performance evaluation / review with their line manager, identifying areas for improvement and appropriate plans / measures to achieve themProvide feedback to the Clinical Nurse Manager or the designated officer with regard to compilation of proficiency assessments for students in the clinical settingDevelop and use reflective practice techniques to inform and guide practice as part of their daily workIdentify and contribute to the continual enhancement of learning opportunities within a population health frameworkParticipate in the clinical / workplace induction of all new nursing and support staffContribute to the identification of training needs pertinent to the clinical area Develop teaching skills and participate in the planning and implementation of orientation, training and teaching programmes for nursing students and other health-care staff as appropriateHaving undergone appropriate training, act as a mentor / preceptor or clinical assessor for studentsParticipate in the development of performance indicators in conjunction with the Clinical Nurse ManagerParticipate in innovation and change in the approach to service user care delivery, and contribute to the service planning process, based on best practice and under the direction of Nurse Management / Nurse Practice Development, particularly in relation to new research findings and advances in treatmentAdministration Ensure that records are safeguarded and managed as per HSE / local policy and in accordance with relevant legislationWork closely with colleagues across the integrated services programme in order to provide a seamless service delivery to the client within the integrated services programmeMaintain records and submit activity data / furnish appropriate reports to the Director of Nursing as requiredContribute to policy development and formulation, performance monitoring, business planning and budgetary controlMaintain professional standards including patient and data confidentialityContribute to the development and implementation of information sharing protocols, audit systems, referral pathways, individual care plans and shared care arrangementsContribute to ongoing monitoring, audit and evaluation of the service as appropriateEnsure that the care setting is maintained in good order using appropriate models, that supplies are adequate and that all equipment is in good working order and ready for immediate useEnsure that equipment is safe to use and report any malfunctions in a timely mannerAssist with ordering of supplies as required and ensure the appropriate and efficient use of supplies is made and exercise economy in the use of consumablesUndertake other duties as required by the Director of Nursing or his / her designate The above Job Specification is not intended to be a comprehensive list of all duties involved and consequently, the post holder may be required to perform other duties as appropriate to the post which may be assigned to him/her from time to time and to contribute to the development of the post while in office.Skills, competencies and/or knowledge Professional Knowledge & Experience Demonstrate practitioner competence and professionalism in order to carry out the duties and responsibilities of the role.
Display evidence-based clinical knowledge in making decisions regarding client care.
Demonstrate a commitment to continuing professional development.
Demonstrate knowledge of service.
Demonstrate a willingness to engage and develop IT skills relevant to the role.
Demonstrate an awareness of developments within the HSE.
Demonstrates an awareness of legislation and standards relevant to the role.
Planning and Organising Resources Demonstrate ability to plan, organise and deliver services in an efficient, effective and resourceful manner, within a model of patient centred care and value for money.
Demonstrate ability to manage deadlines and effectively handle multiple tasks.
Functions autonomously, without direct supervision in specialist nursing practice
Building & Maintaining Relationships (including Team Skills & Leadership Skills) Demonstrate leadership skills and ability to influence others.
Demonstrate flexibility and openness to change and ability to lead and support others in a changing environment.
Demonstrate ability to manage, motivate and develop staff to maximize performance at work.
Demonstrate the ability to foster a learning culture amongst staff and colleagues to drive continuous improvement in services to patients.
Demonstrate ability to work effectively with multi-disciplinary teams.
Commitment to Providing a Quality Service Demonstrate a strong commitment to the delivery of quality service.
Demonstrate the ability to lead on service quality.
Demonstrate knowledge of quality assurance/improvement practices and their application and quality Demonstrate motivation, initiative and an innovative approach to job and service developments.
Communication and Interpersonal Demonstrates sensitivity to issues arising from multiple stakeholders.
Demonstrates good communication, negotiation skills and assertiveness as appropriate.
Tailors communication to suit the needs of the audience and demonstrates sensitivity, diplomacy and tact when dealing with others.
Demonstrates resilience and composure in dealing with situations
QualificationsEssential Professional Qualifications & Experience Are registered in the General Division of the Register of Nurses & Midwives maintained by the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland (Bord Altranais agus Cnáimhseachais na hÉireann) or entitled to be so
And Have the clinical and administrative capacity to properly discharge the functions of the role
And Candidates must demonstrate evidence of Continuing Professional Development
Desirable Professional Experience Have worked in the Emergency Department in the Acute Hospital setting
Annual registration · Practitioners must maintain live annual registration on the relevant division of the Register of Nurses and Midwives maintained by the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland (Bord Altranais agus Cnáimhseachais na hÉireann).
And · Confirm annual registration with NMBI to the HSE by way of the annual Patient Safety Assurance Certificate (PSAC).
Applicants who do not meet in full the eligibility criteria set out above on the closing date will be deemed ineligible and their application will not be processed for this competition. A short listing exercise may be carried out on the basis of information supplied in your application.
The criteria for ranking and or short listing are based on the requirements of the post as outlined in the eligibility criteria and skills, competencies and/or knowledge section of this job specification.
Beaumont Hospital reserves the right to close the application window should a sufficient number of applications be received prior to the closing date. The Hospital Unit: Enquiries ONLY to: Name: Fiona Thorpe
Title: Directorate Nurse Manager –Emergency Department
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