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The role is responsible for the provision of quality service in line with standards of nursing practice. As a key member of the frontline management team, the CNM1 in the Cath Lab will demonstrate managerial and leadership skills and facilitate effective communication with colleagues in the hospital. The position requires a strategic approach to the development of services and structures, embracing continuous quality improvement and the management of changes necessary to achieve organisational objectives.
Job Responsibility:
Liaises with consultants, secretaries and bookings office in relation to planning and management of lists
Communicates effectively with multidisciplinary colleagues, particularly cardiac physiologists and radiographers
Represents the Cath Lab at relevant meetings as required, in the absence of the CNM2
Supervises and trains junior staff in conjunction with the CNM2
Monitors the performance of Cath Lab staff nurses and acts appropriately, reporting to the CNM2 if a situation requires
Displays knowledge of stocks and stores management, bearing in mind the importance of cost effectiveness
Deals appropriately and courteously with sales and company reps who may visit the lab at a pre-arranged time
Takes over the day to day management of the Cath Lab when the CNM2 is away, communicating with the Nursing Supervisors as appropriate
Promotes quality and improvement at all times
Displays knowledge of departmental KPIs. The CNM1 must help ensure that targets are met. This involves supervision, encouragement and education of other staff members
Contributes to ongoing developments and improvements in the Cath Lab
Manage the Unit/Ward taking responsibility for the safe delivery and co-ordination of nursing services for patients, ensuring effective, efficient and quality specialist nursing care service
Contribute to the planning, development and monitoring of human and budget resource plans to ensure an effective and efficient service
Contribute to the planning of specialist nursing service, innovations and developments
Ensure that nursing care is based on the latest research findings and constitute best practice
Develop close links with other healthcare facilities relevant to the delivery and enhancement of services
Monitor complaints and investigate any nursing and clinical complaints, taking corrective action as appropriate and review audit to ensure there are no re-occurrences
Ensure that all records are properly and accurately maintained
Facilitate effective communication with patients, relatives, visitors and multi-disciplinary team as necessary ensuring patient confidentiality is respected and maintained at all times
Communicate and develop effective relationships with Medical Consultants, Clinical Nurse Managers and other relevant hospital staff to ensure safe, efficient management of the Unit/Ward
Identify opportunities for the development of services that will improve the care of patients
Liaise with the Head of Clinical & Nursing Services on a regular basis, as appropriate, providing feedback on Unit/Ward activity and issues
Ensure that systems for the provision of clinical and non-clinical services are satisfactory and that they are timely and economically utilised
Contribute to an annual review of nursing services including the preparation of an annual report
Ensure that all staff within the Unit are familiar with the plan for management of critical incidents and that the Unit is ready to meet such a demand
Work with the IT Department and clinicians in the development of computerised systems for patient management and ensure that these are maintained and upgraded
In consultation with staff continually monitor stock levels, suitability, usage and potential for savings. Advise the Head of Clinical & Nursing Services on alternative supplies and changes in practice which impact on costs
Provide advice to the Head of Clinical & Nursing Services on matters relating to the care of patients in the Unit/Ward
Promote a patient centred culture of openness and responsiveness to positive and constructive patient feedback and ensuring patient dignity, respect and choice is maintained in their care
Provide clinical and management leadership for Staff Nurses and support staff and ensure an effective learning environment for the multidisciplinary team and take an active part in the delivery of care as appropriate
Work within the code of Professional Conduct for Nurses, participation in the development of the Scope of Practice and provide strong professional leadership and direction for nursing services
Promote an environment that is conducive to the development of best practice, enhances staff retention and promotes good industrial relations
Maintain a high level of staff morale, promoting good communication, team spirit and job satisfaction among members of the multidisciplinary team. Strive to ensure that staff are accountable, responsible and have authority to practice and manage within their roles
Play a role in the recruitment and selection of nursing and support staff for the service
Ensure that all new nursing and support staff in the Unit receive an adequate orientation and induction programme, have a clear understanding of their duties, responsibilities and standards of performance at all times
Ensure that staff nurses are effectively supported with annual reviews and the development of personal development plans, where required
Assist in providing a duty roster that ensures resources are deployed effectively and efficiently to cope with fluctuations in workload, case complexity, adequate skills mix, planned Unit/Ward activity or staff absence difficulties
Comply with all HR system and policy requirements including recording of relevant data
Contribute to the formal mechanism for communication among the nursing team including schedules for staff meetings
In conjunction with the CNM 2, provide professional and personal development opportunities for all nursing and support staff working with the relevant Learning and Education specialists to develop an appropriate programme of learning and education based on a planned (individual, department and organisation) training needs assessment
Contribute to the requirements of NMBI for the practice of professional nursing are met and upheld including the development of an expanded scope of nursing practice
Maintain accurate records of all study leave and education resources used
Implement an enhanced staff competence assessment relevant to the Unit/Ward
In conjunction with the CNM 2, facilitate study days and leave for nurses and support staff, in accordance with the HMC Study Leave Policy and within budgeted allowances
Ensure that there is compliance with all relevant Hermitage Clinic guidelines, policies, procedures and relevant legislation and regulatory requirements. This includes responsibility for dealing with regulatory or professional bodies and inspections
Encourage continuous review and evaluation of policies, guidelines and existing practices through regular audit programmes and review engaging with the multi-disciplinary team where required
Promote a culture of continuous quality improvement across the department involving the team in continuous improvement initiatives and encouraging innovation
Contribute to the setting and monitoring of core objectives, standards and key performance indicators for the service and monitor performance against these standards through internal and (where applicable) external audit
Participate in the requirements of the hospitals accreditation process
Participate in the requirements of the hospital’s risk management programme
Promote the delivery of a high standard of care to all patients. Encourage evidence-based practice and assist in the dissemination and implementation of research findings
Work with members of the Multidisciplinary team in devising Standard Operating Procedures for the development of the Unit
Provide clinical nursing leadership in proactively addressing ethical and quality of service issues with multidisciplinary team members and hospital management
Develop a culture of safety, promoting positive reporting of incidents and near misses
investigate and take remedial action on incidents or near misses involving patients and staff according to hospital policies, protocols and guidelines
Requirements:
Registered in the general division of the Register of Nurses maintained by NMBI
At least five years recent relevant post-registration nursing experience (full-time or equivalent hours part-time) in an acute hospital setting
A minimum of two years nursing experience in nursing management
A recognised post-registration nursing course - Higher Diploma or Post Grad course, in a relevant nursing discipline or be in pursuit of same
Clinical Skills
Management skills
Leadership skills
Negotiating Skills
IT skills
Quality focus
Risk Management
Clinical audit
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Nice to have:
Health Care Management qualification preferably at third level