Urgent: Staff Nurse Theatre, FTC

Staff Nurse Theatre, FTC - UPMC Whitfield Hospital

Location: UPMC Whitfield Hospital

Job type: Fixed Term

Overview of role:

To work as a member of a team of nurses in the UPMC Whitfield Hospital theatre department providing high quality, patient‑centred care for patients and their families. To develop and maintain good relationships with all members of the multi‑disciplinary team and to work closely with nursing colleagues developing innovative practice within the unit delivering evidence‑based care. The theatre nurse will be expected to assist in a wide range of specialities such as orthopaedic, general, ophthalmology, gynae, ENT, pain management, urology and vascular. Assistance may also be provided to anaesthetic and PACU. The role requires specialist knowledge of nursing practice relating to the clinical area. This is an 11 month fixed‑term contract.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

Clinical:

- 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 non‑clinical staff. Support and guide all colleagues when needed.

- Liaise with link lecturers from affiliated nurse education departments to develop and maintain UPMC Whitfield Hospital as a recognised learning environment for student nurses.

- 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 clinical nurse manager by meeting agreed responsibilities as set out by the Assistant Director of Nursing or the Director of Nursing at any time.

- Identify and discuss nursing/patient needs with consultants, the nursing team, multidisciplinary team, patients and carers.

- Maintain the highest possible standards of patient care and patient safety at all times.

- Maintain high standards of communication, both written and verbal. Have a working knowledge of all NMBI publications including the Scope of Practice Framework and Code of Professional Misconduct.

- Maintain own professional registration and submit it to HR for yearly verification.

- Maintain knowledge of policies such as Clinical Risk Reporting, Occupational Health, Facilities Management, Patient Moving and Handling, Resuscitation/Basic Life Support, Health and Safety.

- All employees are responsible for reporting clinic risk and health and safety concerns.

- Pro‑actively pursue accreditation standards and have in‑depth knowledge of departmental and hospital‑wide policies.

Quality & Audit:

- Participate and lead clinical audit and research activity within the field, promoting evidence‑based practice.

- Undertake research/clinical audit, critically analyse and provide written reports.

- Participate in local audits in preparation for annual accreditation.

- Work closely with the Quality and Patient Safety team to meet accreditation standards at all times.

Health and Safety:

- Uphold UPMC Whitfield Hospital’s policy requirements in relation to Fire, Infection Control, Radiation Safety and Health and Safety at work regulations.

- Identify potential risks for staff, patients and visitors and adhere to incident reporting procedures.

- Observe a general duty of care for the well‑being of self, colleagues, visitors and patients.

Professional / Education:

- Develop skills to act as shift co‑ordinator/Team Leader, assessing and allocating workload to maintain patient and staff safety.

- Manage workload to ensure patient care needs are met and colleagues can take allocated breaks.

- Develop appropriate IT skills and have a working knowledge of Isoft.

- Conduct risk assessments of the theatre environment and report incidents according to UPMC guidelines.

- Practice research‑based nursing care and maintain personal and professional development.

- Undertake specific training required for role, e.g., use of equipment, administration of specialist medication.

Qualifications & Experience:

- Registered Nurse in the general division of the Register of Nurses maintained by the Nursing & Midwifery Board of Ireland (NMBI).

- Basic Life Support training.

- Hold a Theatre Qualification (desirable).

- Demonstrate evidence of Theatre Nursing experience.

- Knowledge of infection control, quality and risk management, health and safety relevant to the hospital disciplines.

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.

Compensation – Competitive pay, base pay, performance‑related pay and premium pay where applicable.

Benefits – Fully paid maternity and paternity leave, competitive pension plan, company‑funded death‑in‑service benefit, critical illness cover up to age 66.

Performance and Recognition – Rewards for performance that support UPMC’s goals through the annual ACES programme.

Work‑Life Balance – Enhanced annual leave up to a maximum of 27 days; flexible working opportunities.

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

About UPMC

UPMC is a renowned multinational academic medical centre committed to delivering people‑focused care that is close to home. Headquartered in Pittsburgh and affiliated with the University of Pittsburgh School of Health Sciences, UPMC shapes the future of health through clinical and technological innovation, research and education. UPMC expands its expertise globally through its international division, bringing world‑class care across continents.

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, UPMC Aut Even Hospital in Kilkenny, and several outpatient and specialised centres throughout the country.

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