Staff Nurse

Overview

Location: UPMC Institute for Health Mallow

Job type: Fixed Term

Hours: 19 hours per week (2 days)

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Practice Nurse to join the UPMC Institute for Health Mallow team at our 4th Practice in Mallow. This part-time role will support a diverse patient population and work as part of a larger multidisciplinary team across multiple specialty clinics. The successful candidate will take clinical responsibility for managing warfarin patients, conducting blood pressure monitoring, supporting Holter monitor services, and assisting in consultant-led clinics including gynaecology, health screening, orthopaedics, and gastroenterology.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the delivery of the highest possible standard of care to all patients.
• Act as preceptor to pre-registration students, mentor new clinical staff and new nonclinical staff. Support all colleagues when needed.
• 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. Support the unit manager by meeting agreed responsibilities as set out by the Unit Manager, Director of Nursing at any time.
• Identify and discuss nursing/patient needs with consultants/nursing team, multidisciplinary 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-centred style of clinical practice, acting as patient advocate at all times and provide emotional and psychological support to patients admitted to the unit for treatment.
• Maintain high standards of communication, both written and verbal at all times. Have a working knowledge of all NMBI publications to include the Scope of Practice Framework and Code of Professional Misconduct.
• Maintain own professional registration and submit to HR department for verification yearly.
• Develop and maintain knowledge of unit and hospital policies including Clinical risk reporting policy, Occupational Health, Facilities Management, Patient Moving and Handling, Resuscitation / Basic Life Support, Health and Safety.
• Be aware of Clinic Risk reporting and Health and Safety concerns and participate in projects within the clinic.
• Undertake a proactive approach in achieving and maintaining accreditation standards within UPMC Institute for Health at 4th Practice Mallow and have an in-depth knowledge of departmental and hospital-wide policies.

Quality & Audit

• Participate in clinical audit and research activity within the field, promoting a positive attitude towards the implementation of evidence-based practice.
• Undertake clinical audit as necessary, and to participate in local audits in preparation for annual accreditation.

Health and Safety

• To uphold UPMC policy requirements in relation to Fire, Infection Control, Radiation Safety and Health and Safety at work regulations and to attend updates.
• Identify potential risks for all staff, patients and visitors and adhere to relevant incident reporting procedures.
• To observe a general duty of care for the health, safety and well-being of self, work colleagues, visitors and patients within the hospital, in addition to any specific risk management associated with this post.

Qualifications & Experience

Professional / Education

• Registered Nurse with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland (NMBI).
• Minimum of 3 years' post-registration clinical experience, ideally in primary care, ambulatory care, or hospital outpatient settings.
• Experience in chronic disease management, anticoagulation, or women's health is highly desirable.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and organisational skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.
• Competence with clinical systems and willingness to engage in digital health innovations.
• Relevant post registration experience, 2 years' experience in a women's health related field.
• Experience in urology, gynecology, orthopedics an advantage.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

• IT literate
• Certified in BLS
• Surgical clinical knowledge and skills
• IV cannulation skills an advantage

Other

• Collaboration.
• Organisation and negotiation skills
• Leadership and motivational skills
• Knowledge regarding quality improvement and standard of care within practice area.
• Effective Communication skills.
• Proficient in English speaking and writing.
• Ability to work autonomously and as part of a team.
• Maintain a personal portfolio

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.

• Compensation – Competitive pay for the work employees do – base pay, performance related pay and premium pay where applicable.
• Benefits – Fully paid maternity and paternity leave for new parents. Competitive Pension Plan, company funded Death in Service Benefit x 3 times. Critical Illness cover for all employees up to the age of 66.
• Performance and Recognition – Rewards for performance that supports the goals and mission of UPMC through our ACES programme.
• Work-Life Balance – Enhanced annual leave up to a maximum of 27 days. Flexible working opportunities to support you to work around external family commitments.
• Development and Career Opportunities – Opportunities for each employee to reach their career goals through continued learning and/or advancement.

About UPMC

UPMC is a multinational academic medical centre committed to delivering people-focused care 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 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.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Part-time

Job function

• Health Care Provider

Industries

• Hospitals and Health Care

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