Clinical Nurse Manager I - HDU / Post-Operative Care Unit /Bainisteoir Altraí Cliniciúla 1 - Aonad Ard-Spleachais / Aonad Curaim Iar-Obraide in Cork South Infirmary Victoria University Hospital Jobs

• Cork, Ireland
• Permanent, Full time

We at the South Infirmary-Victoria University Hospital are committed to providing the highest quality service to all our patients in a friendly, safe and caring environment. We endeavour to provide an effective, efficient service in a timely manner with equal access for all our patients. We aim to provide individual patient-centred care to each patient and their families and promote patient participation in their care. We encourage good interpersonal relationships. We promote staff and service d

We at the South Infirmary-Victoria University Hospital are committed to providing the highest quality service to all our patients in a friendly, safe and caring environment. We endeavour to provide an effective, efficient service in a timely manner with equal access for all our patients. We aim to provide individual patient-centred care to each patient and their families and promote patient participation in their care. We encourage good interpersonal relationships. We promote staff and service d Show more

As a member of the Nurse Management team the post of CNM I has a pivotal role in co-ordination, development and management of activity and resources within the clinical area. The main responsibilities are: Management of Patient Care, Resource Management, Staffing Management, Staff and Service Development, facilitating communication and professional/clinical leadership.

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The Nursing Department in the South Infirmary-Victoria University Hospital is a dynamic and progressive Department consisting of nursing Staff and healthcare assistants. The Department is led by Dr. Ruth Lernihan, Director of Nursing. Dr. Lernihan is supported by a management team of Assistant Directors of Nursing, ward/unit based Clinical Nurse Managers and Clinical Nurse Specialists. The nursing department plays a central role and is an active member of the organisational team in the development, management and effective delivery of care and services. The Nursing Service is divided into two Directorates (groups of wards/units) which are managed by Assistant Directors of Nursing. Shared governance, as a concept, is encouraged within the nursing department where nurses at all levels actively participate in decision-making and solution generating processes. The Clinical Nurse Managers work together with staff nurses and care assistants to ensure the provision of a high quality of nursing care to the patient across clinical services. The Director of Nursing is a member of the Executive Management Board Nursing is also represented at the Board of Directors on the Clinical Governance Committee.

The philosophy of Nursing Care is inherent in the care provided to patients attending the South Infirmary-Victoria University Hospital. The patient, as an individual with individual rights, is the central focus of nursing practice. The nursing service participates in a multidisciplinary team approach to patient care and encourages collaboration with the wider multidisciplinary team to include patient's relatives. The provision of high quality patient-centred care underpinned by evidence, best practice and professional guidelines is an important value for nurses at the South Infirmary - Victoria University Hospital. Clinical staff encourages patient independence and involvement in their care. The Nursing Department commitment to providing quality patient care is highlighted through its participation in a continuous quality improvement initiative which requires regular auditing of practice and feedback from patients.

The provision of a high quality of care is facilitated through the ongoing education of the Nursing Staff which is motivated by patients needs. We place a strong focus on and support the professional and personal development of Nurses and healthcare assistants working within the Department. Study leave policies are available. Financial support is also available for relevant courses in response to service need. A number of staff are Registered Nurse Prescribers following completion of the national Professional Certificate in Nurse/Midwife Prescribing of Medicinal Products. Staff have pursued and are continuing to pursue third level education in the form of higher diplomas, post graduate diplomas, primary degrees and post graduate studies to Doctoral Level. Attendance at other courses relevant to patient care and the work environment are encouraged and supported. A comprehensive In Service Education Programme based on staff education needs analysis is provided on site to enhance Nursing Staff knowledge, clinical skills and meet their education needs. Healthcare assistants are supported in undertaking a FETAC qualification and participating and attending in the In service programme.

The South Infirmary-Victoria University Hospital has a long association with Nurse training and education. The South Infirmary-Victoria University Hospital is an independent clinical site for University College Cork (UCC) undergraduate Nursing student clinical placements. Nursing students experience a variety of learning opportunities in a supportive and effective clinical learning environment to allow them to achieve Clinical Learning Outcomes, and develop and achieve competencies which will enable them register with An Bord Altranais on successful completion of their BSc. programme. Clinical placements for post graduate courses are also facilitated from the wider 3rd level institutions. Opportunities are available to nursing students to integrate and apply theory to practice and to appreciate the role that Nursing plays within the health care system. Nursing students learning experience is enhanced through the support provided by highly motivated clinical staff, clinical placement co ordinators and support services. A recent collaborative audit of the clinical learning environment by the nursing department and UCC found the South Infirmary Victoria University Hospital as providing an excellent clinical learning environment for nursing students. Recognition of the knowledge and experience of Nursing Staff in the South Infirmary Victoria Hospital and their willingness to share their knowledge and experience is consistently evident from student feedback.

The Hospital is committed to and fosters a culture of practice development. Through practice development initiatives, training and education, we endeavour to promote and facilitate the continuing professional and personal development of nursing staff in order to enable them to provide a high standard of evidenced based care for patients and their families. A positive approach is taken to the enhancement of the role of the nurse through expansion of practice within the Scope of Practice Framework (An Bord Altranais, 2000). Staff are encouraged to pursue clinical career pathways and are supported by the organisation. Development of practice is based on the attainment of competency. The Nursing Practice Development Department also ensures an effective clinical learning environment for nursing students. Nursing staff act as a resource for health service providers throughout the country and facilitate visits to the hospital by clinical, academic and service procedures staff. Nursing staff sit on local and national committees relevant to their areas of practice and hold officer positions. Facilitated and encouraged by Nursing Management, Nursing Staff have been involved in the organisation of national conferences and are regularly invited to be guest speakers at conferences.

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Professional Development + Growth

EAP (Employee Assistance Programme)

Great Location

Work/Life Balance

Lunch & Learns

Free Health Trackers

Ergonomics Assessment

Pension Scheme

Learning and Development opportunities

Cycle to Work Scheme

Annual Tax Saver Travel Scheme

E-Learning and Development opportunities

Maternity Leave & Pay

South Infirmary Victoria University Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer