Staff Nurse - Urology

Job Title: Staff NurseDepartment: UrologyJob Type: PermanentHours: 37.5 per week (Full-Time)  Blackrock Clinic is the leading and longest established private hospital and clinic in Ireland. Since it opened in the mid-1980s, the clinic has consistently built an unparalleled reputation in new high-tech surgical procedures, medical treatments, and ground-breaking diagnostics. Blackrock Clinic is now part of Blackrock Health private hospital group along with the Hermitage Clinic, Galway Clinic, and Limerick Clinic, some of the most advanced hospitals in Irish private healthcare. As a JCI accredited hospital, Blackrock Clinic is a progressive and pioneering hospital in which care for the patient is central to everything we do. Role Purpose·      The Staff Nurse will assess, plan, implement and evaluate care to the highest professional and ethical standards within the model of nursing care practiced. The staff nurse will provide holistic, person-centred care, promoting optimum independence and enhancing the quality of life for service users.·      As a key member of the frontline team, the Staff Nurse 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.·      You must practice within the Codes of Practice, Rules and Guidelines set out by the Nursing and Midwifery board of Ireland (NMBI) and comply with the policies and procedures of Blackrock Clinic.·      Personally, and professionally, you are accountable to the patient. You are always personally accountable for your own actions. Qualifications/ ExperienceThe Staff Nurse must:·      Be registered in the General Nurse Division of the Register of Nurses kept by the Nursing & Midwifery Board of Ireland [NMBI] (Bord Altranais agus Cnáimhseachais na hÉireann)·      Possess the requisite knowledge and ability, (including a high standard of clinical and administrative capacity), for the proper discharge of the duties of the office.·      Demonstrate professional knowledge and experience across the Staff Nurse General scope of nursing practice.·      Urology/ Urodynamics experience is desirable. Required Skills/ Competencies·      Sufficient clinical knowledge, clinical reasoning skills and evidence-based practice to carry out the duties and responsibilities of the role.·      That he/she practices nursing care safely and effectively, fulfilling her / his professional responsibility within her / his scope of practice.·      The ability to plan and organise effectively·      The ability to build and maintain relationships including the ability to work effectively as part of a multi-disciplinary team.·      Effective analytical, problem solving and decision-making skills·      Excellent communication skills to effectively carry out the duties and responsibilities of the role·      Evidence of ability to empathise with and treat patients, relatives and colleagues with dignity and respect·      A commitment to continuing professional development Key ResponsibilitiesProfessional Responsibilities·      Practice Nursing according to the Code of Professional Conduct as laid down by the Bord Altranais agus Cnáimhseachais na hÉireann (Nursing Midwifery Board Ireland) and Professional Clinical Guidelines·      Work within their scope of practice and take measures to develop and maintain the competence necessary for professional practice ·      Support the CNS in the development of the Urodynamic/Urology unit·      Offer advice and support to Urology patients and their families.·      Ensure all patients attending Urodynamic /Urology unit are fully aware of what to expect and provide patients with verbal and written information.·      Work in collaboration with the consultants to develop care pathways, implement best practice guidelines and standards of care.·      Maintain a high standard of professional behaviour and be accountable for their practice·      Be aware of ethical policies and procedures which pertain to their area of practice·      Respect and maintain the privacy, dignity and confidentiality of the patient·      Follow appropriate lines of authority within the Nurse Management structure Clinical Practice·      Deliver the nursing care of an assigned group of patients within a best practice / evidence-based framework·      Manage a designated caseload·      Promote the health, welfare, and social wellbeing of patients ·      Actively participate as a multi-disciplinary / inter-disciplinary team member in all aspects of service delivery including case conferences, clinical meetings, team meetings·      Assess, plan, implement and evaluate individual person-centred care programmes within an agreed framework and in accordance with best practice ·      Develop and promote good interpersonal relationships with patients, their family / social network supports and the interdisciplinary care team in the promotion of person-centred care·      Ensure that care is carried out in an empathetic and ethical manner and that the dignity and spiritual needs of the patient are respected·      Promote and recognise the patients’ social and cultural dimensions of care and the need for links with their local community·      Collaborate and work closely with the patient, their family, the multi-disciplinary / inter-disciplinary team, external agencies and services to facilitate discharge planning, continuity of care and specific care requirements·      Provide appropriate and timely education and information to the patient, their family and be an advocate for the individual patient and for their family·      Report and consult with senior nursing management on clinical issues as appropriate·      Maintain appropriate and accurate nursing records and reports regarding patient care in accordance with local / national / professional guidelines·      Participate in clinical audit and review·      Promote a positive health concept with patients and colleagues and contribute to health promotion and disease prevention initiatives of the Health Service Executive·      Demonstrate flexibility by rotating / assisting in other units / care settings as required to meet nursing resource needs and the requirements of the integrated services programme (ISP) Clinical Governance·      Participate in clinical governance structures within the local / regional / national clinical governance framework·      Have a working knowledge of the Health Information and Quality Authority (HIQA) and Joint Commission International (JCI) Standards ·      Contribute to ongoing monitoring, audit and evaluation of the service as appropriate ·      Accurately record and report all complaints to appropriate personnel according to local service policy ·      Participate in the development of policies / procedures and guidelines to support compliance with current legal requirements, where existing, for the safe storage and administration of medicines and other clinical products·      Participate in the development of policies / procedures and guidelines with health, safety, fire, risk and management personnel and participate in their development in conjunction with relevant staff and in compliance with statutory obligations·      Observe, report and take appropriate action on any matter which may be detrimental to patient care or well being·      Be aware of, and comply with, the principles of clinical governance including quality, risk and health and safety and be individually responsible for clinical governance, risk management / health and safety issues in their area of work·      Participate in the development, promotion and implementation of infection prevention and control guidelines·      Adhere to organisational dress code·      Assume responsibility for and coordinate the management of the unit / care setting in the absence of the Clinical Nurse Manager Education, Training & Development·      Take responsibility for own competency and learning and development needs ·      Complete all mandatory training as deemed necessary by the Director of Nursing and Bord Altranais agus Cnáimhseachais na hÉireann (Nursing Midwifery Board Ireland)·      Participate in performance evaluation / review with their line manager, identifying areas for improvement and appropriate plans / measures to achieve them·      Develop and use reflective practice techniques to inform and guide practice as part of their daily work·      Participate in the development of performance indicators in conjunction with the Clinical Nurse Manager  Administration·      Ensure that records are safeguarded and managed as per policy and in accordance with relevant legislation·      Work closely with colleagues across the integrated services programme in order to provide a seamless service delivery to the patient within the integrated services programme·      Maintain records and submit activity data / furnish appropriate reports to the Director of Nursing as required·      Contribute to policy development and formulation, performance monitoring, business planning and budgetary control·      Maintain professional standards including patient and data confidentiality·      Contribute to the development and implementation of information sharing protocols, audit systems, referral pathways, individual care plans and shared care arrangements·      Contribute to ongoing monitoring, audit and evaluation of the service as appropriate ·      Ensure that the care setting is maintained in good order using appropriate models, that supplies are adequate, and that all equipment is in good working order and ready for immediate use·      Ensure that equipment is safe to use and report any malfunctions in a timely manner·      Assist with ordering of supplies as required and ensure the appropriate and efficient use of supplies is made and exercise economy in the use of consumables·      Undertake other duties as required by the Director of Nursing or his / her designate·      To support, promote and actively participate in sustainable energy, water and waste initiatives to create a more sustainable, low carbon and efficient health service. Why work at the Blackrock Clinic?At the Blackrock Clinic, we are passionate about our people and believe in their development and growth. As a member of the team you can benefit from:  • Competitive salary• Onsite parking• Pension• Annual bonus*• Discounted café• Sports and Social club• Employee Assistance Programme• Discounted onsite pharmacy Please Note:Job descriptions are a reflection of the present service requirements and may be subject to review and amendments to meet the changing needs of the service. Please note that we reserve the right to close this vacancy early if sufficient applications are received.Blackrock Clinic is an Equal Opportunities employer, and we are committed to creating an environment that promotes equality and dignity at work. Blackrock Clinic is committed to providing reasonable accommodation when needed. Please advise if you have particular requirements, so that we can look into arranging reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process. You can contact us at HR@blackrockhealth.com It is essential that you have valid work permission for the Republic of Ireland to take up employment for this position, or in the case of critical skills, you must be eligible for a work permit.