Dual Qualified Staff Nurse

The Hermitage Clinic is an acute care hospital with 110 inpatient beds, seven operating theatres, a 7 bed ICU, an Emergency Department, many outpatient services, and a wide range of modern technically complex medical diagnostic and treatment facilities, providing high quality patient care. As a part of the Blackrock Health Group, the Hermitage Clinic offers a range of services in areas such as cardiology, oncology, and urology.Working with Blackrock Health is a unique opportunity. We offer the chance to work at some of Ireland's most advanced hospitals while still enjoying a sustainable work-life balance. We ensure all our people have the support they need to progress their career, and we offer a package of unmatched benefits across our three hospitals and diagnostic clinic. Blackrock Health Hermitage Clinic is a private hospital providing a full range of medical and surgical care across a broad spectrum of specialities. Each Ward provides a range of services and this role is important in making a significant contribution, developing and maintaining best practice in nursing services at clinical areas. Job Title: Dual Qualified Staff NurseDepartment: Day care UnitJob Function: NursingReporting to: ADON - Day Care UnitLocation: Hermitage Clinic, Blackrock Health Job Purpose:We are seeking to recruit a Dual Qualified (Paediatric and General Nurse) Staff Nurse to join the nursing team on the Day care Unit. The role is responsible for the provision of quality service in line with standards of Day care nursing practice. As a key member of the frontline team, the Staff Nurse in will demonstrate strong clinical skills and facilitate effective communication with colleagues in the hospital. The position requires a collaborative and supportive approach to the development of services and structures, embracing continuous quality improvement and the implementation of changes necessary to achieve organisational objectives. Key Responsibilities:OperationsPromote the delivery of a high standard of care to patients. Encourage evidence-based practice and assist in the dissemination and implementation of research findings.Ensure that controlled drug records are kept in accordance with standard recognised legal and professional practice.Ensure safe practice is adhered to in the storage and administration of all drugs in accordance with local policy and Department of Health / NMBI guidelines, keeping patient and staff safety a priority.Supervise the nursing practice of less experienced staff members of the nursing team and participate in the educational aspects of that practice.Be aware of the multifaceted needs of emergency, medical and surgical patients and provide a holistic support service for them and their families.Be aware of community based support for medical and surgical patients.Keep accurate, comprehensive, up-dated records and written reports as required and guided by NMBI recommendations.Participate in the safe custody of medications, in accordance with hospital policy.Document all necessary care given on the Meditech Patient information system.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. Essential Criteria:Knowledge/ ExperienceFull Registration in the General division of the Register of Nurses maintained by NMBI.Full Registration in the Children division of the Register of Nurses maintained by NMBI At least one year recent relevant post-registration nursing experience (full-time or equivalent hours part-time) in an acute hospital settingStrong clinical and professional abilityIT skills Skills/ Competencies·      Clinical Skills·      Management skills·      Leadership skills·      IT skills·      Quality focus·      Risk Management·      Clinical audit·      Excellent interpersonal and communication skillsWhy work at the Hermitage Clinic?The Hermitage Clinic are passionate about our people and believe in their development and growth. As a member of the Hermitage Clinic team you can benefit from: An Education Support ProgrammeDevelopment opportunitiesOpportunities for career progressionAccess to a Pension SchemeSubsidised RestaurantFree staff car parkingEmployee Assistance ProgrammeLife Assurance  This Job Description is intended as a basic guide to the scope and responsibilities of the position and is subject to regular review and amendment. The role holder will be required to be flexible in this position and is expected to facilitate working additional hours on occasion, when requested.The Hermitage Clinic is an Equal Opportunities Employer with a strong commitment to diversity, inclusion and equality at all levels of the organisation. If you require assistance due to a disability during the recruitment process, please email hr@hermitageclinic.com.