Clinical Nurse Manager II Theatre

at  UPMC in Ireland

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

• Be registered, or eligible for registration in the General Division of the live Register of Nurses kept by NMBI.
• A minimum of five years’ experience as a staff nurse in a Theatre Setting is required of which a significant period must be in the speciality or related area of ophthalmology.
• At least two years’ experience in a management position in theatres is desirable.
• It is desirable to have completed a recognised post-registration course in Peri-Operative Care.
• 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
• Will play an active role in the continuous improvement programme in the hospital using lean tools and methodology.

OVERVIEW OF ROLE

The post of CNM 2 has a pivotal role in service planning, co-ordinating, and managing activity and resources within the theatre area. The CNM 2 will co-ordinate and lead in the implementation and provision of quality care.

MANAGERIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide the necessary supervision, co-ordination and deployment of nursing and support staff to ensure the optimum delivery of care in the designated area through allocating work fairly and competently.
• Manage communication at departmental level and facilitate team building
• Provide staff leadership and motivation which is conducive to good working relations and work performance
• Manage all resources efficiently and effectively
• Lead on practice development within the clinical area.
• Lead and implement change
• Promote, facilitate and participate in the development of nursing policies and procedures. Monitor as appropriate and lead on proactive improvement
• Contribute to the formulation, development and implementation of policies and procedures at area and hospital level
• Actively participate in the Nursing Management structure by supporting the CNM3 and deputising in his / her absence when required to do so.
• Maintain all necessary clinical and administrative records and reporting arrangements