CNM2 – Anaesthetics and Recovery

Overview of RoleTo manage all Anaesthetics and Recovery activity within UPMC Aut Even Hospital and promoting effective nursing and care practice, whilst managing hospital staff and non-hospital staff to ensure efficient day-to-day management of services.To work in collaboration with the Theatre Manager and other members of the inter-professional team, ensuring that the use of Theatres and Outpatients Department is effective, and that nurse led discharge is promoted.Duties & Responsibilities·Implement both UPMC Kildare Hospital policies and legislative requirements regarding storage and administration of medicines.·Ensure emergency equipment is routinely checked and maintained·Directly manage junior staff and ensure effective staff development in line with Hospital policy.·Plan and organise theatre schedules and outpatient schedules in liaison with other members of relevant care teams / management.·Monitor theatre operating times and throughput of patients and, in conjunction with registered nurses, identifying and implementing changes required to maximise efficiency.·Liaise closely with Inpatient Supervisor as necessary to ensure systems in place to affect a productive and therapeutic patient journey.·Monitor and improve the standard of record keeping, including patient notes and theatre register.·Manage theatre stock control, co-ordinate purchasing in accordance with theatre needs.·Supervise the day-to-day activities of the theatre team, including surgeons and anaesthetists.·Work with the Theatre Manager in developing programmes of induction to ensure staff are fit for undertaking role they are employed for. ·Influence and participate in future developments that impact on the current service delivery and staff.·Recruit and select staff in line with staffing needs and budget, arranging orientation and induction.·Motivate and coach team members, providing feedback on performance to individual staff.·Identify resource needs in order to meet both the patients needs and safety requirements (e.g. manual handling equipment). Alert the Theatre Manager if the lack of resources compromises health and safety·Manage performance, sickness absence and staff grievances in conjunction with the Theatre Manager and adhering to Hospital policies, enlisting the help of personnel and occupational health where necessary.·To undertake a pro-active role in the accreditation process.Qualifications & Experience  ·Be Registered General Nurse with The Nursing and Midwifery Bord of Ireland (NMBI).·At least 5 year’s post registration experience – essential.·Management experience in a similar environment is desirable.·Must have strong organisation and problem solving skills.·Must possess in date ACLS and PEARS or in pursuit of same·Have completed a Management Course or commit to undertake same.·Display evidence of continuing professional development.·Demonstrate an awareness of HR policies and procedures·Working knowledge of Microsoft packages is essential.·Have experience in change management.UPMC is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.At UPMC we provide a total rewards program that is not only market competitive, but fair and provides growth opportunities for all our colleagues.Compensation – Competitive pay for the work employees do – base pay, performance related pay and premium pay where applicable.Benefits – Fully paid maternity and paternity leave for new parents. Competitive Pension Plan, company funded Death in Service Benefit x 3 times. Critical Illness cover for all employees up to the age of 66.Performance and Recognition – Rewards for performance that supports the goals and mission of UPMC through our annual ACES programme.Work-Life Balance – Enhanced annual leave up to a maximum of 27 days. Flexible working opportunities to support you to work around external family commitments.Development and Career Opportunities – Opportunities for each employee to reach their career goals through continued learning and/or advancement.About UPMC   A $26 billion healthcare provider and insurer, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania-based UPMC is inventing new models of patient-centred, cost-effective, accountable care. Working in close collaboration with the University of Pittsburgh Schools of the Health Sciences, UPMC shares its clinical, managerial and technological skills worldwide through its innovation and commercialisation arm, UPMC Enterprises, and through UPMC International.Providing high-quality healthcare in the South East since 2006, UPMC’s operations in Ireland now include UPMC Whitfield Hospital in Waterford, UPMC Sports Surgery Clinic in Dublin, UPMC Kildare Hospital in Clane and UPMC Aut Even Hospital in Kilkenny. Outpatient care is available at the UPMC Carlow Outreach Centre, UPMC Hillman Cancer Centre radiotherapy locations at UPMC Whitfield and in Cork, the UPMC Sports Medicine Clinic at SETU Arena, Waterford, TUS Moylish Campus, Limerick, TUS Thurles Campus, Tipperary, and the UPMC Concussion Network. The UPMC Institute for Health is located in Mayo and the Global Technology Operation Centre is based in Kilkenny. UPMC is the Official Healthcare Partner of the GAA and GPA.