Clinical Nurse Facilitator - Theatre

• Acts as a role model at clinical level
• Promotes the learning environment on the unit through continuous education relevant to the patients admitted to the Theatre
• Provides mentorship /preceptorship, teaching and supervisory skills for nurses, student nurses, health care assistant and nurse on adaption or return to practice
• Assist in the orientation of new staff to the unit
• Ensure all staff have completed Mandatory Training and record on TMS Assist in running an in-service educational programme for staff
• Engaging in direct clinical teaching for nursing staff in the Theatre
• Maintain awareness of current advances in treatment, care and research
• Use relevant educational opportunities to maintain the highest standards and practice in Theatre
• Participating in the planned performance review for nursing within the Theatre
• Identify training needs and put in place a plan for learning and development of all staff involved in patient care
• Demonstrate leadership ability together with good communication skills and management capability
• Help to foster a supportive working environment and maintain staff morale
• Be aware of hospital policies and procedures and collaborate with the multidisciplinary team and accreditation manager to ensure that these are observed
• Assist the Unit Manager in interviewing and selecting of staff
• Maintain documents according to the policies and procedures of Blackrock Clinic
• Report relevant information verbally and in writing to appropriate nursing personnel
• Communicate appropriate with colleagues and other members of the health care team in a manner that avoids antagonism, reduces conflict and prevents undue anxiety
• Attend and contribute in staff meetings and team briefing
• Facilitate culture change were necessary
• Report all incidents immediately, which may adversely affect a patient, colleague or the Blackrock Clinic
• Function within the limits of The Nursing and Midwifery Board Ireland and hospital policies, procedures and standards
• Support the Mission Statement of Blackrock Clinic
• Demonstrate flexibility by assisting in other areas of the hospital as required
• Set annual goals and objectives with CNM
• Continue to develop personal knowledge and skills
• Provide direct supervision to other members of the nursing team when appropriate
• Participate in working groups to develop and promote quality care within Blackrock Clinic
• Accept responsibility for “Acting Up” in specific instances, as assigned

• Registered in the general division of NMBI
• Evidence of personal professional development
• Minimum of 3 years experience in acute care setting
• Full knowledge of the Domains of Competence as set down by NMBI
• Post Graduate Theatre Course is desirable

Post Graduate Theatre Course

• Competitive salary
• Onsite parking
• Pension
• Annual bonus*
• Discounted café
• Sports and Social club
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Discounted onsite pharmacy