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Sort by: relevance | dateDermatology MMUH Fotofastrack Service Co-ordinator
Job purpose The Grade V Dermatology MMUH FOTOFASTRACK Service Co-Ordinator will have a key role in managing and developing the function of the clinical administrative support for the project. He/She will be responsible for ensuring optimal clinical administrative support is provided to the speciality group, in an efficient, cost effective and streamlined manner. The post holder will also work closely with the Consultant Lead and to ensure balanced administrative support for the project. We reserve the right to close this competition early if we receive high volume of applications. For all informal queries, please contact Elizabeth OBoyce, Administration Team Manager at eoboyce@mater.ie
Medical Secretary - CITC
Job Purpose The Grade IV Medical Secretary will provide an exceptional and comprehensive administration support service within the Cancer Directorate. The post holder will ensure all duties and responsibilities are delivered to the required operational standards, in line with the Mater Capability Framework. The post holder may be required from time to time to work across different locations within the directorate, and will be expected to provide cover for colleagues during periods of absence. We reserve the right to close this competition early if we receive high volume of applications. For all informal queries, please contact Elizabeth OBoyce, Administration Team Manager at eoboyce@mater.ie
Neonatal Dietitian
This role will provide a specialist nutrition and dietetic service for neonatology. They will provide expertise in nutritional assessment of the neonate; provision and monitoring of enteral and parenteral nutrition; support and monitoring adequacy of nutritional intake in infants transitioning to breastfeeding or infant feeding; assessment and monitoring of growth; provision of therapeutic diets; outpatient follow-up; and research, audit, training and education on nutrition-related topics. They will act as a resource and provide expert opinion, advice and guidance to dietetic colleagues and other healthcare professionals. In conjunction with the Dietitian Manager, they will develop local policies and care pathways for neonatal nutrition. They will participate in the development of the strategic direction of the Nutrition & Dietetic service in conjunction with the Dietitian Manager and stakeholders. Core Competencies: • Professional Knowledge & Experience • Communication & Interpersonal skills • Commitment to providing a quality service • Planning & Organisation • Managing self & Others *Grade to be determined based on clinical experience
Hospital Chaplain
Hospital Chaplain Part Time (31 hours per week) Permanent Position The successful candidate will work within our chaplaciny services providing spiritual and emotional support to patients, families, and staff. The successful candidate must
Clinical Nurse / Midwife Specialist, Endometriosis
Clinical Midwife / Nurse Specialist in endometriosis 2 x Full-time Permanent Contracts The post holders will join an expanding team in the area of Women’s Health/Endometriosis. The successful candidate will be: ·A registered Nurse and/or Midwife with 2 years post qualification full time experience, including one year in the specialist area of endometriosis. ·Women’s Health / Endometriosis experience and a relevant level 9 NFQI* Career Opportunity If you are interested in furthering your career in Endometriosis, an opportunity exists for a suitable candidate who does not have the required experience or educational qualification for the above position to be employed as a candidate CNS/CMS (CNM1/CMM1 Grade). The hospital will support you in gaining Women’s Health/Endometriosis experience and in achieving a level 9 qualification relevant to this field within 2 years. The candidate will then progress to Clinical Midwife/Clinical Nurse Specialist grade in accordance with the NMBI framework for CMS/CNS.
Senior Psychologist Clinical/counselling
Purpose of the Post · To provide a senior level of professional practice, clinical leadership, educational and professional development with The Centre for Obesity Management at St. Columcille’s Hospital. · To work within the Consultant-led MDT and contribute to the continuous improvement of evolving service provision, including change processes within service planning, clinical service delivery, triage and service audit. · To act as a resource and provide expert opinion, education and guidance locally and nationally to other health care professionals and services regarding the evidence based care of people living with obesity (PwO). · To advocate for patients at senior level to promote improvements in patient experience and outcome via involvement with professional organisations and media. · To participate in research in the area of obesity to promote improved understanding of the clinical management of the disease of obesity. · To provide support and supervision to basic grade psychologists, psychologists in clinical/counselling training or assistant psychologists. Principal Duties and Responsibilities The Senior Clinical Psychologist will: Professional Practice · Provide psychology service delivery within the Level 3 (Outpatient) and Level 4 (Surgical) services. · Provide clinical expertise, supervision, teaching, and CPD for psychologists and the wider MDT within the Level 3 and 4 services to promote a wide variety of high quality & clinically effective interventions. · Collaborate in the clinical assessment, case management and delivery of complex interventions to high-risk patients attending the service, including individuals with complex childhood trauma, eating disorders and other psychological issues that may impact an individual’s ability to engage with their treatment such as depression, anxiety, internalised weight bias, severe and enduring mental health issues and chronic pain. · Contribute in the clinical triage of care pathways that deliver tailored interventions including prioritisation for (a) the COM Inpatient Rehabilitation Programme within St Columcille’s Hospital and (b) case preparation and consideration for progression to bariatric surgery within the Level 4 service · Demonstrate evidence-based practice through the process of advanced clinical reasoning and decision-making and apply this to the assessment, formulation and treatment of complex cases. Service Quality, Safety and Risk Management · Contribute to the development of care pathways and high standards of safe and effective clinical care for the psychological care of severe and complicated obesity. · Support changes to work practices and procedures and innovative new models of care for best practice in keeping with emerging evidence, to sustain and enhance service delivery. · Work within the agreed Senior Psychology competency level in terms of triage and an advanced practice role. · Work collaboratively with other psychologists to facilitate department and service improvement, and to maintain the goal of operational excellence within the Centre for Obesity Management Service. · Identify, assess and report identified service risks and contribute to the management and review of these risks. · Set, monitor and report on Key Performance Indicators annually to evaluate service performance as a benchmark to quality assure service delivery in line with international best practice · Have a working knowledge of the Health Information and Quality Authority (HIQA) Standards as they apply to the role for example, Standards for Healthcare, National Standards for the Prevention and Control of Healthcare Associated Infections, Hygiene Standards etcand comply with associated HSE protocols for implementing and maintaining these standards as appropriate to the role. · Support, promote and actively participate in sustainable energy, water and waste initiatives to create a more sustainable, low carbon and efficient health service. Leadership and Team Work · Work as part of an MDT, embracing the concepts of both intra- and inter-disciplinary competencies and contributions to deliver synergistic and integrated interventions that maximise patient and service outcomes. · Engage with the development and delivery of efficient and effective communication and collaboration pathways within the MDT and wider service. · Gain a breadth and depth of knowledge in relation to the psychological complications associated with severe and complex obesity that may impact on self-management strategies and outcomes, to promote advanced clinical reasoning in the delivery of complex MDT interventions. · Work at an advanced level to assess, triage and develop appropriate referral pathways for patients locally including bariatric surgery and externally to appropriate community and specialist services. · Collaborate with the MDT to support continuous improvement, adaptation and change of work practices and procedures to deliver innovative, efficient and effective models of care in keeping with emerging evidence and service needs. Education and Development · Initiate and participate in self-directed structured CPD · Participate in CPD planning and delivery within The Centre For Obesity Management Services in St Columcille’s Hospital · Act as an expert resource, both locally and nationally, to provide training and educational CPD opportunities in the area of obesity for other HCPs. · Provide specialist placements for trainees from doctoral level clinical and counselling psychology training programmes in accordance with the department’s commitment to post-graduate training programmes. · Work within the competency limits of professional expertise and actively collaborate with other disciplines and other services to enhance patient outcomes Research · Track record of presenting research findings related to psychological treatment for persons living with obesity at psychology conferences. · Evaluate the effectiveness and outcomes of new or altered therapies as they emerge and support the implementation of revised clinical practice based on the results. · Support and contribute to local and professional body journal clubs, and relevant special interest groups, where new research findings are disseminated. The above Job Description is not intended to be a comprehensive list of all duties involved and consequently, the post holder may be required to perform other duties as appropriate to the post which may be assigned to him/her from time to time and to contribute to the development of the post while in office. Eligibility Criteria Qualifications and/ or experience Candidates must by the latest date for receipt of completed application forms for the post possess: Professional Qualifications, Experience, etc. Eligible applicants must: i. Have a university degree or diploma (QQ1 level 8 equivalent) obtained with 1st or 2nd class honours in which Psychology was taken as a major subject and honours obtained in that subject And ii. Have an Irish post-graduate professional psychology qualification accredited by the Psychological Society of Ireland in Clinical or Counselling Psychology Or An equivalent qualification from another jurisdiction validated by the Department of Health. Validation must be approved at the time of application. And iii. Demonstrate competence in Adult Psychology. And iv. Applicants must have at least five years satisfactory post-graduate experience in the area of professional psychology, no more than three years of which was spent in gaining the postgraduate professional qualification and no less than two years full-time spent in post-qualification experience as a professional psychologist. Years in excess of the permitted three years for completion of the post-graduate training or time not worked will not be taken into consideration when assessing the five years’ experience requirement. 1.2 Experience: • Candidates are required to demonstrate experience of working as a professional psychologist within a multidisciplinary team • Candidates are required to demonstrate experience of working as a professional psychologist with an adult population, ideally within a hospital environment 2. Professional Development Practice Candidates must demonstrate commitment to continuing professional development And Candidates must have the requisite knowledge and ability (including a high standard of suitability, management, leadership and professional ability) for the proper discharge of the duties of the office. 3. Health Candidate for and any person holding the office must be fully competent and capable of undertaking the duties attached to the office and be in a state of health such as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service. 4. Character Each candidate for and any person holding the office must be of good character. Post Specific Requirements · Demonstrate depth and breadth of experience of working as a professional psychologist within a multidisciplinary team with an adult clinical population Other requirements specific to the post Have access to appropriate transport to fulfil the requirements of the role Skills, competencies and/or knowledge Candidates must demonstrate: Professional Knowledge Campaign Specific Selection Process Ranking/Shortlisting / Interview A ranking and/or shortlisting exercise may be carried out on the basis of information supplied in your application form. The criteria for ranking and or shortlisting are based on the requirements of the post as outlined in the eligibility criteria and skills, competencies and/or knowledge section of this job specification. Therefore it is very important that you think about your experience in light of those requirements. Failure to include information regarding these requirements may result in you not being called forward to the next stage of the selection process. Those successful at the ranking stage of this process (where applied) will be placed on an order of merit and will be called to interview in ‘bands’ depending on the service needs of the organisation. Diversity, Equality and Inclusion The HSE is an equal opportunities employer. Employees of the HSE bring a range of skills, talents, diverse thinking and experience to the organisation. The HSE believes passionately that employing a diverse workforce is central to its success – we aim to develop the workforce of the HSE so that it reflects the diversity of HSE service users and to strengthen it through accommodating and valuing different perspectives. Ultimately this will result in improved service user and employee experience. The HSE is committed to creating a positive working environment whereby all employees inclusive of age, civil status, disability, ethnicity and race, family status, gender, membership of the Traveller community, religion and sexual orientation are respected, valued and can reach their full potential. The HSE aims to achieve this through development of an organisational culture where injustice, bias and discrimination are not tolerated. The HSE welcomes people with diverse backgrounds and offers a range of supports and resources to staff, such as those who require a reasonable accommodation at work because of a disability or long term health condition. For further information on the HSE commitment to Diversity, Equality and Inclusion, please visit the Diversity, Equality and Inclusion web page at https://www.hse.ie/eng/staff/resources/diversity/ Code of Practice The Health Service Executive will run this campaign in compliance with the Code of Practice prepared by the Commission for Public Service Appointments (CPSA). The CPSA is responsible for establishing the principles that should be followed when making an appointment. These are set out in the CPSA Code of Practice. The Code outlines the standards that should be adhered to at each stage of the selection process and sets out the review and appeal mechanisms open to candidates should they be unhappy with a selection process. The CPSA Code of Practice can be accessed via https://www.cpsa.ie/ . The reform programme outlined for the Health Services may impact on this role and as structures change the Job Specification may be reviewed. This Job Specification is a guide to the general range of duties assigned to the post holder. It is intended to be neither definitive nor restrictive and is subject to periodic review with the employee concerned. PLEASE COMPLETE AND UPLOAD THE APPLICATON FORM ATTACHED TO THE JOB ADVERT. CVs WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED FOR THIS POSITION.
Cancer Directorate Operations Manager
Working with the Directorate Chair, Lead Clinicians and Directorate Nurse Manager the Operations Manager has a range of responsibilities to deliver key strategic objectives and ensure the effective development and operation of services within his/her remit. Responsible to the Chief Operations Officer the post-holder will work collaboratively with the Directorate Chair, Directorate Nurse Manager and lead Clinicians to assist with the continual improvement of the quality of services to patients by redesigning services to meet best practice standards, improving efficiency and effectiveness within available resource. S/he will be committed to challenging the status quo and look for new and improved ways of delivering MMUH goals and objectives. Informal Enquiries: "Michael Hannon" <michaelhannon@mater.ie>
Business & Support Services Manager
Purpose of the Post The Business & Supports Services Manager whilst having a ‘gatekeeper’ role in the organisation of the business and governance function within the hospital will provide day-to-day operational management of non-clinical services within the Hospital including planning and implementing the safe delivery of non- clinical support services in compliance with current Health & Safety legislation and best practice in relation to the Health Information and Quality (HIQA) National Hygiene Standards, Dangerous Goods Safety Advisor (DGSA) for dangerous goods, Environmental Monitoring and Fire Safety and supporting the hospital in the provision of the necessary services and functions to enhance patient care and experiences and oversee the hospitals’ environmental hygiene and FMS (JCI standards) audit programmes across the organisation as well as project management when required. The post holder is required to coordinate and manage all non-clinical related functions including Catering, Hygiene, Household services, Facilities Management and Post internal & external), Transport and Health & Safety. To ensure the efficient and effective Business Management of the assigned areas by leading, planning, organising and monitoring service delivery in a collaborative way as part of a team to ensure the provision of high-quality pre-hospital care by competent, motivated employees. This will be accomplished by managing the area but delivering locally as a part of a network of care. Principal Duties and Responsibilities The Business Support Manager is a key member of St Columcille’s Hospital Executive Management Team. The position of Business Manager encompasses managerial, operational and administrative responsibilities. The post holder will provide support to the Executive Management Team to ensure the operational management and service delivery targets are met by providing leadership in the assigned team and the service delivery of: · Lead responsibility for the business and performance management/improvement and non-clinical services · Required to drive organisational change initiatives where services and systems need change and improvement and will be responsible and accountable for strategically managing, coordinating, implementing and monitoring all contracted internal and external support services providers under the Facilities remit. · Lead in the preparation of strategic business plans and objectives to support the delivery of the service · Lead the activities of business support providing strategic support and guidance as necessary. · Achieve and maintain all key performance targets including patient focussed clinical quality standards, efficiency and productivity targets, achieve financial balance and contribute positively to the hospitals overall performance and financial objectives. · Human Resource and Workforce Planning. · Operational management of Nonclinical services to ensure efficient and effective function of services. · Provision of activity and performance reports as required · Implementation of the HSE’s Safety Management System at the Hospital. · The post holder will be the Local Accountable Officer (LAO) of Health & Safety in SCH. · Strategic and Operational Planning including development of business cases/needs assessments and analysis for all hospital developments linked to the Hospital/IEHG strategy and organisational development programme. · Lead on Hospital projects as required. · Coordinate and prepare responses to requests for information and to work closely with colleagues in related areas to ensure a timely and accurate response to all such matters. · The post holder is required to support the principle that the care of the patient comes first at all times and will approach their work with the flexibility and enthusiasm necessary to make this principle a reality for every patient to the greatest possible degree. · Manage the delivery and quality of contracted services ensuring all contracts/SLA’s are in place and reviewed periodically. This is an essential role in managing significant aspects of the organisations services. · Oversee all equipment services and repairs ensuring monitoring and compliance · Develop and manage appropriate and accurate key performance indicators for services provided, facilitating the continual monitoring and auditing of services to ensure compliance to agreed standards and SLA’s. · Aiding the Executive Manager Team in ensuring that the General Manager/Deputy is furnished with all required reports (including concise summaries of key information and up-to-date data) and that they are fully and accurately briefed well in advance of any required attendances. · Support the office of the General Manager in the delivery of hospital priorities, strategic objectives and service improvement initiatives. · Provide comprehensive executive managerial support to the Office of the General Manager in the operational and strategic management of the hospital. · Support the Executive Management Team in identifying opportunities for service improvement and operational efficiencies. Leadership and Accountability · Key member of the Hospital Executive Management Team and other governance committees, as assigned by the Hospital Manager. · Participate in the Out-of-Hours Management On Call rota. · The role of the Services Manager is to manage the following services: · (including but not limited to): o Facilities/Environment Management o Health & Safety o Asset Tag & Equipment Register o Switchboard/Portering/MTAs o Catering Department & Services o Cleaning Services Inc. infection control o Security o Car Parking o Waste Management o Service Contracts o Access Control /Tobacco Free Campus o Other contracts as assigned. · The Business & Support Services Manager will need to be organised, detailed and focused in approach with the ability to manage a large multidisciplinary team(s) with a view to the provision of a standard of service required to meet the needs of a growing patient driven service. · The Business & Support Services Manager should have a vision for progress and a skill set to meet challenges associated with changing existing practices and developing improved systems and procedures. · They should be willing to understand and work towards all improvements and developments that bring benefit to the services delivered at the hospital and allow for better patient care and experience. · Preparation of monthly, quarterly and annual activity reports and any other reports as required on an ongoing basis · Ensure the development, maintenance and smooth running of areas of responsibility as listed above. · Deliver on the strategic objectives of the hospital pertaining to the role · The identification, development and management of Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) which are congruent with the Hospital’s service plan targets and core business objective. · The development of Action Plans to address KPI targets. · Deputise for the Operations/Deputy General Manager when required · Collation of statistics, preparation of KPIs and reports, with presentation of findings/action plans to the relevant committees as required. Health & Safety · The Business & Supports Services Manager is the Local Accountable Officer (LAO) for Health & Safety, Environmental and Support Services functions at the hospital and as such will be responsible for the planning, organising controlling and directing of the associated services and Departments Heads with respect to the hospital and statutory requirements, policies and standards in Health & Safety. · They will be required to drive change initiatives with the support of Senior Management in areas where services and system need change and improvement. visitors and staff and is expected to ensure a positive experience in relation to the appearance, provision of non-clinical services, catering, cleanliness and the overall fabric of the building. · Develop and lead on SCH Site Safety Statement · Implementation of the HSE’s Safety Management System at the Hospital · Develop and facilitate Health & Safety schedule and training for all staff · Monitor and ensure compliance on Health & Safety across the hospital · Report on Health & Safety KPIs to the Executive Management team Planning & Operations · The Business & Support Services Manager will work as part of the Hospital Executive Team in pursuing the Hospitals objectives and contribute to the strategic development and will play a significant role in the strategic planning of future developments in relation to Major and Minor Capital projects at SCH. · Responsible for the planning, organising, controlling and directing of the non-clinical support services with Department Heads with respect to the hospital and statutory requirements, policies and standards. The Support Services Manager will have the responsibility for the following within his / her defined scope: · Management of Non-clinical Support Services on a day to day basis · Service and Business Development · Supervisory staff management for charge hand and support staff grades · Contribute to the development and implementation of the business plans and annual reports. · Work collaboratively with Clinical Director, Heads of Departments, Service Managers and Directors of Nursing and Midwifery on projects as they arise. · Provide reports on activity and performance as required by the Hospital Manager. · Work collaboratively with other members of the Hospital Team in the development and implementation of Quality Initiatives and Service Improvements. · Ensuring a systematic approach to contract management in respect of outsourced services · Providing reports on service as appropriate and any other such reports as may be required from time to time to facilitate executive decision making · Take ownership and ensure completion of hospital wide programmes and projects assigned by the General Manager/Operations/Deputy General Manager · Data protection – put in place measures to ensure we have a coherent approach to FOI, GDPR and all legislative requirements. Strategic / Service Planning/ Quality Assurance All Strategic and Service Plans must be aligned, up to date and actively monitored. · Support the development and implementation of the annual Service Plan / Operational Plan. · Support alignment to the People Strategy and all relevant strategies. · Support alignment with Improving Change Capacity Implementation Actions. · Monitor delivery against the plans and highlight variance. · Continuously evaluate the effectiveness of the services and introduce related changes where appropriate · Identify and implement working and operational standards for the various functions under their control. · Develop inventory, maintenance and all other necessary records regarding equipment, plant and other assets. · Ensure compliance with all standards associated with Health & Safety, Risk assessments, Catering, Support Services and Maintenance Services. · Ensure that best practice standards are in operation and that regular monitoring is undertaken through audit. · Monitor and research new developments and encourage adoption of new ideas and technology throughout the hospital · Have a strong working knowledge of the Health Information and Quality Authority (HIQA) Standards as they apply to the role. Risk Management, Infection Control, Hygiene Services and Health & Safety · The management of Risk, Infection Control, Hygiene Services and Health & Safety is the responsibility of everyone and will be achieved within a progressive, honest and open environment. · The post holder has a duty to familiarise themselves with the necessary education, training and support, relevant Organisational Policies, Procedures & Standards and attend training as appropriate in the following areas: o Continuous Quality Improvement Initiatives o Document Control Information Management Systems o Risk Management Strategy and Policies o Hygiene Related Policies, Procedures and Standards o Decontamination Code of Practice o Infection Control Policies o Health & Safety Policies and Fire Procedure o Data Protection and confidentiality Policies · The post holder is responsible for ensuring that they become familiar with the requirements stated within the Risk Management Strategy and that they comply with Risk Management Incident/Near miss reporting Policies and Procedures. · The post holder is responsible for ensuring that they comply with Hygiene Services incorporates environment and facilities, hand hygiene, catering, cleaning, the management of laundry, waste, sharps and equipment. · The post holder is the LAO for Health & Safety and must coordinate compliance and training · Mandatory training – keep a record of mandatory training and engage with staff to ensure compliance. · Ensure Asset Tag Register for SCH is updated and monitored. · The post holder is required to bring to the attention of a responsible person any perceived shortcoming in Health & safety arrangements or any defects in work equipment. · Responsible for St Columcille’s Hospital Health and Safety Audit Programme for example and not limited to DGSA, Level 1 H&S, Site Safety Statement Administration · Ensure the efficient management and administration of area of responsibility · Ensure deadlines are met and that service levels are maintained · Ensure line management is kept informed of issues arising · Ensure that stakeholders are kept informed and that their views are communicated to management · Maintain records and submit activity data / furnish appropriate reports to Management as required. · Take a lead role in the development of major emergency planning for the hospital, support and coordinate all internal moves. · Maintain professional standards. Comply with GDPR as per PPPG/HSE policies. · Contribute to ongoing monitoring, audit and evaluation of the service as appropriate. · Ensure that equipment is safe to use and report any malfunctions in a timely manner. · Maintain & monitor the Hospital Asset Tag register · Manage the ordering of Health & Safety Training supplies when required and ensure the appropriate value for money without compromising staff safety. · Working closely with Procurement and key stakeholders to develop technical specification documents to permit the conduct of tendering competitions, also contributing to the setting of evaluation methodologies and participating on evaluation groups in order to assess tender submissions. · Undertake other duties as required. Customer Service · Promote and maintain a customer focused environment by ensuring service users / customers are treated with dignity and respect · Seek feedback from service users / customers and implement change to incorporate same, in agreement with Line Manager Service Planning and Improvement · Support service planning, operational development and organisational change initiatives. · Coordinate projects and workstreams assigned by the Operations/General Manager. · Assist in the development of business cases, service proposals and implementation plans. · Contribute to the delivery of quality improvement initiatives. · Support the implementation of national and regional programmes within the hospital. · Promote a culture of continuous improvement and innovation. Human Resources / Supervision of Staff and Performance · Ensure adequate systems are in place to meet reporting requirements in respect of staff reporting and ensure that all staff are aware of obligations for reporting and recording. · Ensure that all issues arising are brought to the attention of the AND if appropriate. · Reporting systems include the following and also new systems under development: o SAP HR o Staff records o All leave recording o Flexitime and attendance o Travel/subsistence etc. Supervision and development of staff in line with team requirements. Support the development of performance metrics and the reporting on same. Including the following: · All national HR reporting. · Metrics as agreed for Improving Change Capacity reporting. · Performance achievement – collating data to support the performance requirements. · Manage the performance of staff, dealing with underperformance in a timely and constructive manner. · Ensure an even distribution of workload amongst the team, taking into account absence due to annual leave etc. · Develop a staff leave contingency plan for all staff/departments under their remit. · Supervise and ensure the wellbeing of staff within own remit. · Create and promote a positive working environment among staff members, which contributes to maintaining and enhancing effective working relationships. · Promote cooperation and working in harmony with other teams and disciplines. · Conduct regular staff meetings to keep staff informed and to hear views. · Solve problems and ensure decisions are in line with local and national agreements. · Pursue and promote continuous professional development in order to develop management expertise and professional knowledge. · Line management of charge hands and ensure charge hands management of assigned staff in non-clinical support services. · Management of the Catering department. · Co-ordinate the implementation of the SCH in-house Fire and Safety training programme and ensure adherence to fire plans , exit routes and assembly plans in the hospital. · Work closely with HSE Health and Safety function in the planning, development, adherence and evaluation of both statutory and non-statutory training programmes provided in St Columcille’s Hospital. · Ensure that the training needs of staff are identified and facilitated. · Support the Safety representatives in performing the role of safety rep. Service Delivery and Service Improvement · Ensure accurate attention to detail in own work and work of team. · Maintain a good understanding of internal and external factors that can affect service delivery including awareness of local and national issues that impact on own area. · Embrace change and adapt local work practices accordingly by finding practical ways to make policies work, ensuring team knows how to action changes. · Encourage and support staff through change processes. · Monitor efficiency of service provided by team, identify and implement changes to the administration of the service where inefficiencies arise. · Engage with Liaison Gardaí to ensure the site is monitored and safe for service users. · Support, promote and actively participate in sustainable energy, water and waste initiatives to create a more sustainable, low carbon and efficient health service. Administration and Records · Prepare clear, concise, accurate reports backed up by sufficient reliable documentary evidence. · Attend meetings as required. · Prepare agenda, take minutes at meetings and prepare for circulation following meeting – as agreed. · Undertake special assignments as requested. Personal Development · Maintain own knowledge of relevant policies, procedures, guidelines and practices to perform the role effectively including compliance with HSE Financial regulations, GDPR, Health & Safety legislation, Employment legislation, FOI Acts etc. · Pursue continuous professional development in order to develop management expertise and professional knowledge. · Keep ICT and digital skills up to date with developments to lever emerging opportunities. · Agree a PDP as part of the Performance Achievement process to develop personally and professionally. · Undertake special assignments as requested to support service and personal development. · Undertake all mandatory training. · Maintain continuing professional development to ensure knowledge development of current best practice for service delivery. Standards, Policies, Procedures & Legislation · Contribute to the development of policies and procedures and ensure consistent adherence to procedures and current standards within area of responsibility · Maintain own knowledge of relevant policies, procedures, guidelines and practices to perform the role effectively and to ensure standards are met by own team · Maintain own knowledge of relevant regulations and legislation e.g. Financial Regulations, Health & Safety Legislation, Employment Legislation, FOI Acts, GDPR · Have a working knowledge of the Health Information and Quality Authority (HIQA) Standards and other standards as they apply to the role for example, Standards for Healthcare, National Standards for the Prevention and Control of Healthcare Associated Infections, Hygiene Standards etc. and comply with associated HSE protocols for implementing and maintaining these standards · Support, promote and actively participate in sustainable energy, water and waste initiatives to create a more sustainable, low carbon and efficient health service. The above Job Specification is not intended to be a comprehensive list of all duties involved and consequently, the post holder may be required to perform other duties as appropriate to the post which may be assigned to him/her from time to time and to contribute to the development of the post while in office. Eligibility Criteria Qualifications and/ or experience This campaign is confined to staff who are currently employed by the HSE, TUSLA, other statutory health agencies*, or a body which provides services on behalf of the HSE under Section 38 of the Health Act 2004 as per Workplace Relations Commission agreement -161867 Eligible applicants will be those who on the closing date for the competition: Eligible applicants will be those who on the closing date for the competition: (a) Have satisfactory experience in an office under the HSE, TUSLA, other statutory health agencies, or a body which provides services on behalf of the HSE under Section 38 of the Health Act 2004 at a level not lower than that of Grade IV (or equivalent) And Recognised qualification (Level 6 or above) in Healthcare Management or equivalent And (b) Candidates must possess the requisite knowledge and ability, including a high standard of suitability, for the proper discharge of the office. Health A candidate for and any person holding the office must be fully competent and capable of undertaking the duties attached to the office and be in a state of health such as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service. Character Each candidate for and any person holding the office must be of good character. * A list of ‘other statutory health agencies’ can be found here . Post Specific Requirements Candidates must demonstrate: · Relevant experience in a Senior Management or supervisory role · Experience in the undertaking of risk assessment / reporting / training needs analysis, monitoring and auditing including health and safety as relevant to the role · Experience in preparing for internal and external standards assessments. · Experience of data collation, measurement, analysis and production of high quality reports as relevant to the role Other requirements specific to the post Access to appropriate transport to fulfil the requirements of the role. Flexibility in relation to working hours to fulfil the requirements of the role. Skills, competencies and/or knowledge Demonstrate: Professional Knowledge & Experience · Demonstrates knowledge and experience relevant to the role as per the duties & responsibilities, eligibility criteria and post specific requirements of the role · Demonstrates knowledge of Health and Safety management systems and processes · Expertise in preparing for internal and external standards assessments. · Demonstrate knowledge of relevant national policies and strategy in relation to Health and Safety to be incorporated into training. · An understanding of healthcare standards, Health Information and Quality Authority (HIQA) standards and the Health & Safety Authority (HSA) and their application to the healthcare setting. · Excellent MS Office skills to include, Word, Excel and PowerPoint. · Knowledge and experience of using an email system effectively e.g. Outlook, Gmail. · Knowledge of the Health service including a good knowledge of HSE reform. · Maintain confidently relating to records and ensure compliance with Data Protection GDPR legislation. · Maintain IT systems for recording and tracking all health and safety training. · Knowledge of the National Incident Management System( NIMS) Planning and Managing Resources · Demonstrate the ability to effectively plan and manage own workload and that of others in an effective and methodical manner within strict deadlines, ensuring deadlines are met · Prioritises effectively to manage multiple projects concurrently, structuring and re-organising own workload and that of others as needed · Demonstrates responsibility and accountability for the timely delivery of agreed objectives Commitment to a Quality Service · Practices and promotes a strong focus on delivering high quality customer service for internal and external customers and an awareness and appreciation of the service user · Proactively identifies areas for improvement and develops practical solutions for their implementation · Embraces and promotes the change agenda, supporting others through change and effectively seeing it through · Demonstrate flexibility and initiative during challenging times and an ability to persevere despite setbacks Evaluating Information, Problem Solving & Decision Making · Demonstrate numeracy skills, an ability to analyse and evaluate information, considering a range of critical factors in making effective decisions. Recognises when it is appropriate to refer decisions to a higher level of management · Demonstrate initiative in the resolution of complex issues / problem solving and proactively develop new proposals and recommend solutions · Ability to make sound decisions with a well-reasoned rationale and to stand by these as appropriate and inform others of decisions that have implications for them, making sure the team knows how to action them. Team working · Demonstrate an ability to work as part of the team in establishing a shared sense of purpose and unity · The ability to work with the team to facilitate high performance, developing clear and realistic objectives · Demonstrates leadership; creating a team spirit, leading by example, coaching and supporting individuals to facilitate high performance and staff development · Demonstrate a commitment to promoting a culture of involvement and consultation within the team, welcoming contributions from others Communications & Interpersonal Skills · Demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills including the ability to present information in a clear, concise and confident manner (verbally and written) · Demonstrate the ability to influence people and events and the ability to build and maintain relationships with a variety of stakeholders to assist in performing the role · Demonstrate commitment to regular two-way communication across functions and levels, ensuring that messages are clearly understood Campaign Specific Selection Process Ranking/Shortlisting / Interview A ranking and or shortlisting exercise may be carried out on the basis of information supplied in your application form. The criteria for ranking and or shortlisting are based on the requirements of the post as outlined in the eligibility criteria and skills, competencies and/or knowledge section of this job specification. Therefore it is very important that you think about your experience in light of those requirements. Failure to include information regarding these requirements may result in you not being called forward to the next stage of the selection process. The HSE is an equal opportunities employer. Those successful at the ranking stage of this process (where applied) will be placed on an order of merit and will be called to interview in ‘bands’ depending on the service needs of the organisation. Diversity, Equality and Inclusion The HSE is an equal opportunities employer. Employees of the HSE bring a range of skills, talents, diverse thinking and experience to the organisation. The HSE believes passionately that employing a diverse workforce is central to its success – we aim to develop the workforce of the HSE so that it reflects the diversity of HSE service users and to strengthen it through accommodating and valuing different perspectives. Ultimately this will result in improved service user and employee experience. The HSE is committed to creating a positive working environment whereby all employees inclusive of age, civil status, disability, ethnicity and race, family status, gender, membership of the Traveller community, religion and sexual orientation are respected, valued and can reach their full potential. The HSE aims to achieve this through development of an organisational culture where injustice, bias and discrimination are not tolerated. The HSE welcomes people with diverse backgrounds and offers a range of supports and resources to staff, such as those who require a reasonable accommodation at work because of a disability or long term health condition. For further information on the HSE commitment to Diversity, Equality and Inclusion, please visit the Diversity, Equality and Inclusion web page at https://www.hse.ie/eng/staff/resources/diversity/ Code of Practice The Health Service Executive will run this campaign in compliance with the Code of Practice prepared by the Commission for Public Service Appointments (CPSA). The CPSA is responsible for establishing the principles that should be followed when making an appointment. These are set out in the CPSA Code of Practice. The Code outlines the standards that should be adhered to at each stage of the selection process and sets out the review and appeal mechanisms open to candidates should they be unhappy with a selection process. The CPSA Code of Practice can be accessed via https://www.cpsa.ie/ . The reform programme outlined for the Health Services may impact on this role and as structures change the job description may be reviewed. This job description is a guide to the general range of duties assigned to the post holder. It is intended to be neither definitive nor restrictive and is subject to periodic review with the employee concerned. PLEASE COMPLETE AND UPLOAD THE APPLICATION FORM ATTACHED TO THE JOB ADVERT. CVs WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED FORTHIS POSITION
Candidate/registered Advanced Nurse Practitioner Emergency Department
The cANP/ANP service compliments and contributes to the overall service provided by the Emergency Department. The specific contribution of the ANP is to improve patient experience in the ED and ensure optimum outcomes for the patients who fall within the ANP scope of practice. The cANP/ANP will cultivate autonomous nursing practice through reflective practice and problem-solving in order to develop a nurse led service to a specific group of patients with non-life threatening injury and illness. They will also provide professional development and academic support for ED Nurses.
Clinical Nurse Manager, Trials And Research Unit
The successful candidate will work as part of a multi-disciplinary team who engage with researchers and clinicians to support clinical research within the CTRU. Within the remit of this post, the successful individual will have responsibility for a caseload of patients on clinical trials and research projects. The individual will be expected to lead under direction of the Clinical Director and CNM2 in areas such as audit and staff education and to make an important contribution to papers arising from studies undertaken by the CTRU. The Clinical Research Nurse will support the ongoing strategic development of the CTRU in expanding our service to include selected phase I clinical trials. Please refer to the attached job description & the link below for more information. https://www.ucd.ie/cancertrials/ For all informal enquiries please contact Tracey Fitzpatrick < TraceyFitzpatrick@mater.ie >
