Staff Nurse Theatre - UPMC Sports Surgery Clinic

Location: Sports Surgery Clinic
Job type: Permanent

Overview of role:

We are looking to hire a Staff Nurse on a fulltime permanent basis to join our Theatre department. The Staff Nurse reports to and is accountable to the Director of Nursing and Theatre Manager in all matters relating to the job.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

The Staff Nurse reports to and is accountable to the Director of Nursing and Theatre Manager in all matters relating to the job.

Outline of Duties and Responsibilities

The Staff Nurse will be expected to take responsibility for a caseload of patients in which you will assess, plan, implement and evaluate patient care. In addition, you are expected to practice within the Code of Practice, Rules and Guidelines set out by An Bord Altranais and comply with Policies and Procedures of the Sports Surgery Clinic. You will be held responsible to the Theatre Manager and in her absence to the delegated CNM holding shift responsibility for the theatre. At all times you will practice within the limits of your experience.

The Theatre Nurse will be required to possess a clear understanding and commitment to the ethos and philosophy of the Sports Surgery Clinic.

Duties and Responsibilities

General Accountability

To maintain throughout the Clinic an awareness of the primacy of patient in relation to all clinical activities and maintain a high standard of nursing care.
To create and promote healthy working relationships.
To demonstrate behaviour consistent with the values of the Clinic.
To ensure that each patient is treated as an individual and that privacy and confidentiality are maintained at all times.
To actively participate in the Clinic’s Accreditation programme and the ethos of Continuous Quality Improvement.
Keep CNMs and the Theatre Manager appraised of all issues as required.

Professional Responsibilities:

As a nurse practitioner you must practice within the Code of Practice, Rules and Guidelines set out by An Bord Altranais and comply with Policies and Procedures of the Sports Surgery Clinic.
Ensure each patient is treated as an individual, and that his/her needs are attended to and their physical, psychological and religious well being is respected
Give direct patient care in selected patient situations and serve as a behavioural model for excellence in practice
Maintains the safety and well being of patients, their relatives, and staff in accordance with SSC policies and procedures.
Set standards of Nursing Practice.Communicate these standards to the Nursing Personnel; audit and change standards as necessary
Liaise effectively with all members of the multi-disciplinary team to ensure that care delivery is patient focused and of the highest standard
Ensure that a professional standard of behaviour is maintained by all nursing team members.
Facilitate effective communication with patients, relatives and multidisciplinary team as necessary.
Adherence to departmental patient identification policy at all times.
Ensures all equipment is cleaned, checked daily and maintained and takes appropriate action with faulty equipment as per SSC policy.
Takes responsibility for ensuring safe lifting techniques when assisting in the movement and lifting of patients and equipment
Anticipate and be aware of needs of the multidisciplinary team during operative process.
Reports to the Theatre Manager and/or CNMs (Theatre), accidents, incidents, and complaints, drug defects affecting patients, staff, supplies and services.
Communicate effectively at all times and maintain a harmonious working environment.
Takes an active role in maintaining effective communication with all disciplines
Assists in the care, labelling and dispatch of specimens for laboratory examination
Assists in maintaining the accurate collection of data in relation to theatre in order that statistics may be accurately compiled
Preserve the dignity and rights of the patients at all times during their stay in the operating department anaesthetised or conscious.
Ensures all clinical and legal documents are completed and that they are accurate and legible in accordance with SSC guidelines
Maintains appropriate pharmacy stock levels and adheres to SSC polices and procedures
Ensure patient confidentiality is respected and maintained at all times.
Ensure nursing care is based on the latest research findings and constitutes best practice.
Ensures that safety procedures are carried out in relation to swabs, instruments and needle counts, and in relation to hazards such as fire and infection control.
Demonstrate initiative and be receptive to new ideas and development.

Qualifications & Experience:

Qualifications, Experience & Competencies

Be a Registered Nurse and eligible to register with An Bord Altranais on the General Division of the live register.
Theatre or Anaesthetic Course is desirable but not essential.
Have two years post registration Theatre experience

Experience:

Candidates must ideally:
Have managed patient care ensuring the highest professional standards using an evidence based and care planning approach
Be computer literate
Have excellent interpersonal skills and proven written and verbal communication abilities.
Have the ability to work on own initiative, prioritise and manage a number of issues simultaneously and demonstrate attention to detail
Be able to identify potential difficulties and formulate solutions.
Be free from any defect or disease which would render him/her unsuitable to hold office and be in a state of health as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service
Be of good character

This job description is intended to be an outline of the areas of responsibility. As UPMC and the post holder develop, this job description may be subject to review in light of the changing needs of the business.

Equal Opportunity Statement and Benefits

UPMC is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

At UPMC we provide a total rewards program that is not only market competitive, but fair and provides growth opportunities for all our colleagues.

Performance and Recognition – Rewards for performance that supports the goals and mission of UPMC through our annual ACES programme.

Development and Career Opportunities – Opportunities for each employee to reach their career goals through continued learning and/or advancement.

About UPMC

UPMC is a renowned multinational academic medical centre committed to delivering people-focused care that’s close to home. Headquartered in Pittsburgh and affiliated with the University of Pittsburgh Schools of the Health Sciences, UPMC shapes the future of health through clinical and technological innovation, research and education. UPMC expands its expertise globally, bringing world-class care across continents through its UPMC International division — an owned and operated network of hospitals and ambulatory care centres in Italy, Ireland and Croatia. UPMC International brings new access to the signature specialty services of UPMC Hillman Cancer Centre, UPMC Sports Medicine and others to more people in more places around the world.

In Ireland UPMC has provided high-quality healthcare in the South East since 2006. UPMC’s operations in Ireland now include UPMC Whitfield Hospital in Waterford, UPMC Sports Surgery Clinic in Dublin, UPMC Kildare Hospital in Clane, and UPMC Aut Even Hospital in Kilkenny. Outpatient care is available at the UPMC Carlow Outreach Centre, UPMC Hillman Cancer Centre radiotherapy locations in Waterford and Cork, UPMC The 4th Practice in Mallow, and across UPMC Sports Medicine Clinics in Dublin, Waterford, Limerick, Tipperary, Cork, and Mayo. UPMC has also established a nationwide Concussion Network. UPMC's Global Technology Operation Centre is based in Kilkenny.

Staff Nurse Theatre - UPMC Sports Surgery Clinic

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