Staff Nurse Medical/Surgical FTC - UPMC Whitfield

at  UPMC in Ireland

OVERVIEW OF ROLE:

We are currently recruiting a Staff Nurse – Medical/Surgical Ward for UPMC Whitfield Hospital. This is a 12-month fixed term contract.

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• To work as a member of a team of nurses at UPMC Whitfield Hospital providing high quality, patient-centered care for patients and their families.
• To develop and maintain good relationships with all members of the multi-disciplinary team.
• To work closely with nursing colleagues, developing innovative practice within the unit delivering evidence-based care.
• To develop specialist knowledge of nursing practice relating to their clinical area.
• Develop and maintain effective communication and interpersonal relationships with all members of the multi-disciplinary team to ensure a good team spirit and collaborative working practices.
• Identify and discuss nursing and patient needs with consultants, nursing team, multi-disciplinary team, patients, and carers.
• Accept responsibility and be accountable for the holistic care of a named group of patients on a shift basis.
• Ensure that the highest possible standards of patient care and patient safety are maintained at all times.
• Demonstrate and promote a patient-centered style of clinical practice, acting as a patient advocate at all times and providing emotional and psychological support to patients admitted to the unit for treatment.
  Qualifications & Experience:

Essential:

• Be a registered general nurse with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland (NMBI).
• Medical/Surgical and/or general inpatient ward experience is essential.
• Evidence of ongoing CPD

Equal Opportunity Statement and Benefits