Job Description Job Title ; CNM1- Clinical Coordinator ; Plastics/ ENT/ Ophthalmology Department ; Theatre Reports to ; CNM2 /Theatre Manger Date ; 2021 Overall Purpose of JobThe mission of Beacon Hospital is to provide exceptional patient care in an environment where quality, respect, caring and compassion are at the centre of all we do. The Clinical Coordinator is responsible for directing and overseeing the daily activities of the theatre to which they are assigned. Key Responsibilities and Deliverables Coordinates and directs the daily patient care operations of the OR. Analyses workloads and skill requirements to meet patient care needs. Assesses staff competencies and makes patient care assignments. Delegates appropriate tasks to appropriate personnel, consistent with legal and professional guidelines and departmental standards. Maintains clear communications with the Nurse Manager regarding unit needs and incidents. Serves as a resource person on the unit. Assists with patient care as needed. Identifies appropriate internal controls for department; provides mechanisms to monitor and enforce compliance. Performs related duties as required. Clinical ResponsibilitiesThe post holder will be familiar with and adhere to The Professional Scope of Practice Framework (NMBI 2015).The post holder will partake in the Total Quality Management processes thereby contributing to: The identification of quality guideline issues. The evaluation of current practices to ensure they are in line with best practice. The setting of standards utilising structure, process and outcome. All hospital, regional and national audit processes. The Hospital Wide Joint Commission Accreditation Cycle. Managerial Responsibilities The timely identification and communication of any issues to the Nurse Manager. Demonstrate a confidence & competence in Hospital policies and guidelines. Efficient recording of all necessary documentation. Effective managements of complaints. Monitoring of all risk management processes. Maintaining an effective interdisciplinary communication process. Efficient utilisation of pay and non -pay resources. Participate in all OR and hospital wide nursing communication processes. Personal & Professional ResponsibilitiesThe post holder is expected to: Attend in a timely manner all mandatory education sessions. Maintain a professional portfolio. Ensure their professional and personal persona positively reflects the profession of nursing and Beacon Hospital. Identify potential and beneficial topics for nursing research. Utilise all practical opportunities to educate the patient and their families. Be a preceptor and or supervisor to students & newly appointed staff. Participate in their performance review with their Nurse Manager. Educational ResponsibilitiesUnder the direction of the Nurse Managers the post holder will: Develop teaching skills and participate in the planning implementation of orientation and teaching programmes for student nurses in the clinical setting. Provide feedback to Nurse Managers in the compilation of proficiency assessments for student nurses in the clinical setting. Contribute to the identification of training needs pertinent to the clinical area. Identify and contribute to the continual enhancement of learning opportunities in the clinical area. Participate in the clinical induction of all new nursing and support staff. Develop leadership ability in order to act as an effective role model. Assume responsibility for own learning and development needs. Other Duties and Responsibilities Utilise effective time management skills. Maintain professional appearance and dress code. Comply with guidelines for absence or tardiness. Attend unit staff meetings, reads email and other postings. Interrelationships Maintain good working relationships with other departments and with physicians, patients, families and outside agencies. Demonstrate the ability to delegate tasks and responsibilities. Participate in ongoing consultation and collaboration with physicians and other care. Provide to maximize patient outcomes and unit specific goals. Participate in unit-based and interdepartmental QI activities. Demonstrate willingness to assist co-workers whenever needed. Person Specification Qualification NMBI Registered General Nurse license in good standing. Experience 5 years’ clinical Theatre experience required. Must possess teaching abilities, leadership qualities, professional judgment, critical thinking and problem-solving abilities, and a sense of professional development. Must demonstrate multi-tasking ability. Use effective time management skills. Job Specific Competencies and Knowledge Teamwork Ability to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team. Motivated and an innovative approach to job.Communication & Interpersonal Skills Effective communication skills including the ability to present information in a clear and concise manner. Have an understanding of change management.Planning & Organising Demonstrate evidence of effective planning, organising and time management skills. Have flexible approach to internal rotations, rostering, e.g. night duty, theatre on call, attitude to work.Knowledge Demonstrate evidence of recent and relevant experience in the specialised area and in an acute hospital setting. Knowledge of new developments in specialised area. Knowledge of national strategies where appropriate to nursing care.Patient & Customer Focus Focus on quality. Demonstrate evidence of ability to empathize with and treat patients, relatives and colleagues with dignity and respect. Personal Competencies All posts in Beacon Hospital require a high level of flexibility to ensure the delivery of an effective and efficient service. Therefore, the post holder will be required to demonstrate flexibility as and when required by their manager or hospital management. This job description is intended to be an outline of the areas of responsibility and deliverables at the time of its writing. As the Hospital and the post holder develop, this job description may be subject to review in light of the changing needs of the Hospital. Job Description received by employee: ________________________________ _______________ Signature Date _________________________________ Name (Block Capitals)
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