Theatre Coordinator ; CNM2

Job Description Job Title; Theatre Coordinator (CNM2)Department; Theatre Reports to; Theatre ManagerDate ;2021Overall Purpose of Job To provide exceptional care for the patient in the peri-operative environment where quality, respect, caring and compassion are the core of practice.The O.R. Coordinator is accountable for the effective delivery of competent, compassionate, and efficient care for the peri-operative patient, undergoing anesthesia, surgery and/or procedure. His/her role includes clinical practice, human resources management, including staffing and evaluations, and financial management. Key Responsibilities and DeliverablesProvides leadership and direction for the staff in the Peri-operative arena while supporting and actualising the goals of the department, division, service in the Beacon Hospital.Ensures the effective delivery of competent, compassionate, and efficient care by monitoring and evaluating patient care processes in the Peri-operative environment, acting in the role of patient advocate.Recruits and retains competent, compassionate staff while monitoring performance standards and promoting fair labour practices.Promotes a work environment that demonstrates caring by accessibility of safe equipment and adequate supplies in an efficiently arranged physical setting.Operationalises and participates in continuous quality improvement and risk management programs at the unit(s) level in a collaborative manner with multi-disciplinary colleagues.Monitors fiscal budget to control operational and capital expenditures while monitoring and adjusting staffing patterns to improve unit productivity.Identifies appropriate communication, and coordination for ensure smooth processes within the Operating Rooms, supporting Anaesthetists, Surgeons, Registrars, and medical students, Nursing and Healthcare Coordinators.Provides mechanisms to monitor and enforce regulatory mandates and compliance. Participate in survey preparation, processes, policy development and implementation.Maybe required to scrub inPerforms related duties as required.  Communication and AccountabilityUtilises effective time management skills.Strong computer skills, acting as a resource for the Meditech system.Participates in unit/department problem solving and improvement of systems.Adheres to Standard Precautions as appropriate.Handling and disposing of infectious waste appropriately.Hand hygiene as appropriate.Adherence to AORN and EU standards for Peri-Operative nursing care.Conducts staff meetings with Anaesthesia, Operating Room and HCA staff in department, Records minutes.Counsels and offers collegial support for staff members. InterrelationshipsMaintains good working relationships with other departments and with physicians, patients, families and outside agencies.Demonstrates the ability to delegate tasks and responsibilities.Participates in ongoing consultation and collaboration with physicians and other care providers to maximise patient outcomes and unit specific goals.Participates in unit-based and interdepartmental QI activities.Demonstrates willingness to assist co-workers whenever needed. Other Duties and ResponsibilitiesAttends relevant meetings as required, reads email and other postings.Attends all required in-services.All employees are expected to remain flexible to meet the needs of the hospital, which may include floating to other specialities to assist as the patient needs fluctuate.Provide ongoing training and education within the departmentLeadership demonstrated at all times  Person Specification QualificationsAn Bord Altranais Registered General Nurse licence in good standing.Post Graduate qualification in Perioperative nursing is essential·        Preferably hold a post graduate qualification in management.Experience·        Minimum of five years acute OR experience plus evidence of progressive management experience required. ·        The employee, must speak, read and write grammatically correct English.·        Candidates 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. Job Specific Competencies and KnowledgeTeamwork Demonstrate ability to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team. Demonstrate motivation and an innovative approach to job.Communication & Interpersonal Skills Demonstrate effective communication skills including the ability to present information in a clear and concise manner. Demonstrate an understanding of change management.Planning and Organising Demonstrate evidence of effective planning, organising and time management skills.Knowledge Demonstrate evidence of recent and relevant experience in the specialised area and in an acute hospital setting. Demonstrate knowledge of new developments in specialised area. Demonstrate knowledge of national strategies where appropriate to nursing care.Patient & Customer Focus Demonstrate a focus on quality.·        Demonstrate evidence of ability to empathise 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