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Sligo Mental Health Services are hiring NCHD's in Psychiatry - Registrars & Senior House Officers See Job Spec attached Informal Enquiries to: Dr. Catherine Dolan Email: catherine.dolan1@hse.ie Tel: 087 1986283
Survey Interviewer
Survey interviewing work is carried out across the whole country. However, it is the policy of the CSO to assign interviewers to suitable geographical locations based on their home address. Therefore, the offer of an appointment to a position will depend on both the candidate’s geographical location and their position on the panel. Successful Survey Interviewers may be asked to work on a number of different surveys which may include but not limited to the Labour Force Survey (LFS), the Survey of Income and Living Conditions (SILC), and the Household Budget Survey (HBS). The CSO are also recruiting through this campaign for interviewers to work on the new baby cohort of Growing Up in Ireland – the national longitudinal study of children in Ireland which has been following the progress of c.20,000 children and their families since 2006. More information on CSO Household Surveys can be found on the CSO website: Requirements for the position • Education requirement: intermediate certificate/junior certificate or equivalent; • Hold a current full driving licence and have the full use of a car for the hours spent working on the survey: • Fluent English both written and spoken; • Proven experience of personal interaction with the public ideally through face to face and telephone interviewing, practical social work or related work; • Good IT software skills, e.g., Microsoft Office 365 and MS Teams; • Availability to work flexible hours. This flexibility extends to working variable hours during evenings, Saturdays and some daytime work when potential respondents are at home; • The ability to guarantee confidentiality at all times in relation to your role; • Good communication/articulation skills together with good persuasion and negotiating skills; Special Features The Interviewer position is a lone worker position. This means that the Interviewer works from their home and organises and completes their own work under the supervision of the Survey Coordinator in line with role requirements. Interviewers must be available to work flexible hours. Survey Interviewers are expected to work on average 25.15 hours per week. Depending on the survey involved, this flexibility will extend to working variable hours during evenings, Saturdays and some daytime work when potential respondents are available. Survey Interviewer Duties and Responsibilities: Preparation for interviewing/collection process This involves attending appropriate training sessions as directed by field management/CSO headquarters. Training may be conducted on-site or virtually. This training process involves studying any necessary documentation, learning how to use IT systems and processes as well as testing new questions/processes. A tablet computer and smartphone will be used to manage interviewer workload. Attendance at training is mandatory. Survey Interviewing/Collection Survey work requires interviewers to carry out data collection by means of electronic data capture, using a tablet or other data capturing device. Interviewers will be required to transfer data to CSO headquarters in the manner prescribed for each particular survey. Interviewers will be expected to meet minimum data collection targets and deadlines as outlined by field management. Interviewers are expected to meet high data quality standards in a timely manner. Liaison with Field Management/CSO Headquarters Interviewers are expected to be in regular contact with field management through telephone, email, virtual meetings (e.g., MS Teams) or in-person contact. Administration Interviewers will be expected to complete and submit relevant administrative documentation by specific deadlines using both electronic and paper methods. Data Protection Interviewers will ensure high levels of data governance and information security particularly regarding access to confidential data. Other duties Any other duties, which may be assigned from time to time, as appropriate to the position of Survey Interviewer. Being a Household Survey Interviewer in the CSO What surveys will I work on? You could be working on a range of different surveys and may be simultaneously working on up to 3 surveys at a time – so time management and multi-tasking skills are a must. Some of the main surveys conducted by CSO Household Survey Interviewers are the Labour Force Survey (LFS), the Survey of Income and Living Conditions (SILC), and the Household Budget Survey (HBS). The CSO are also recruiting through this campaign for interviewers to work on the new baby cohort of Growing Up in Ireland – the national longitudinal study of children in Ireland which has been following the progress of c.20,000 children and their families since 2006 From time-to-time the CSO conducts other surveys, as requested, and you may be asked to work on these as well. Information on CSO household surveys is available on the CSO website What will my working hours be? You will be contracted to work 25.15 hours per week. You will have flexibility in working these hours, but there is a requirement for evening and Saturday work – you are not required to work any Sundays. We have found that the best times to interview households tend to be between 4pm and 8pm, though this may vary depending on the area you are in. Households are willing to give up their free time to participate in our surveys and it is important that you are as flexible as possible to find a time that suits them to participate. Where will I be working? Your work assignments will be based on your home location and will branch out from there. You may need to travel further from home at times and the distance of the travel will depend on whether your location is urban or rural in nature. Flexibility in relation to travel is required at times to meet the demands of individual surveys. Your area of work may change from time to time. What will I be paid? Starting rate of pay effective 1st October 2023 is €333.98 per week. In addition to this, there is also the potential to earn an additional completion payment of up to 13% of gross pay depending on response rates achieved. Civil service mileage rates apply for any work-related travel in addition to other allowances which may be payable. What training will I receive? All household survey interviewers will receive comprehensive training on the role before starting work. This usually involves initial on-site training in the Cork Office over 5 days, with a further on-site and online training sessions depending on which surveys you will be working on. Quarterly, regional in-person training sessions are also organised, as well as ad-hoc training sessions from time to time. On-going training and support will be provided by your appointed Coordinator, who will be your first line of contact with the CSO and will manage your work on a day-to-day basis. What is expected of me? Minimum expected response rates will apply to each of the surveys on which you work, and you will be expected to achieve these rates. Household survey interviewers are the CSO representatives at doorsteps across the country and must at all times carry out their work in a professional and respectful manner. You will be expected to maintain regular contact and communication with your Coordinator. Key Competencies for Survey Interviewer Customer Service & Communication Skills • Actively listens to others and tries to understand their perspectives/requirements/needs. • Understands the steps or processes that customers must go through and can clearly explain these. • Is respectful, courteous and professional, remaining composed, even in challenging circumstances. • Can be firm when necessary and communicate with confidence and authority. • Communicates clearly and fluently when speaking and in writing. Delivery of Results • Takes responsibility for work and sees it through to the appropriate next level. • Completes work in a timely manner. • Adapts quickly to new ways of doing things. • Checks all work thoroughly to ensure it is completed to a high standard and learns from mistakes. • Demonstrates initiative and flexibility in ensuring work is delivered. • Is self-reliant and uses judgment on when to ask manager or colleagues for guidance. Information Management/Processing • Approaches and delivers all work in a thorough and organised manner. • Follows procedures and protocols, understanding their value and the rationale behind them. • Keeps high quality records that are easy for others to understand. • Is comfortable working with different types of information, e.g., written, numerical, charts, and carries out calculations such as arithmetic, percentages etc. Drive & Commitment to Public Service Values • Consistently strives to perform at a high level and deliver a quality service. • Serves the government and people of Ireland. • Is thorough and conscientious, even if work is routine. • Is enthusiastic and resilient in the face of challenging circumstances and setbacks. • Is personally honest and trustworthy. • At all times acts with integrity. • Understands own role in the team, making every effort to play their part. Eligibility to Compete and Certain Restrictions on Eligibility Citizenship Requirements Eligible candidates must be: (a) A citizen of the European Economic Area (EEA). The EEA consists of the Member States of the European Union, Iceland, Liechtenstein and Norway; or (b) A citizen of the United Kingdom (UK); or (c) A citizen of Switzerland pursuant to the agreement between the EU and Switzerland on the free movement of persons; or (d) A non-EEA citizen who has a stamp 4 visa1 ; or (e) A person awarded international protection under the International Protection Act 2015 or any family member entitled to remain in the State as a result of family reunification and has a stamp 4 visa; or (f) A non-EEA citizen who is a parent of a dependent child who is a citizen of, and resident in, an EEA member state or the UK or Switzerland and has a stamp 4 visa.] Please note that a 50 TEU visa, which is a replacement for Stamp 4EUFAM after Brexit, is acceptable as a Stamp 4 equivalent. To qualify candidates must meet one of the citizenship criteria above by the date of any job offer. Selection Process The Selection Process may include the following: • Shortlisting of candidates based on the information contained in their Application Form • A competitive interview • Any other tests or exercises that may be deemed appropriate. Applicants who are successful in this competition will be placed on a panel, in an order of merit. The offer of an appointment to a position will depend on both the candidate’s geographical location and their position on the panel. Permanent Panel: On completion of the selection process a panel of permanent Survey Interviewers will be formed in order of merit from which candidates may be called. The permanent panel will be maintained for no longer than 3 years. The offer of an appointment to a position will depend on both the candidate’s geographical location and their position on the panel. Temporary Panel A panel of temporary Survey Interviewers will be established. The panel will be maintained for no longer than 3years. The offer of an appointment to a position will depend on both the candidate’s geographical location and their position on the panel. Should similar vacancies, including temporary positions, arise elsewhere in the CSO candidates may be drawn from this competition. Shortlisting If the number applying for the position is such that it would not be practical to interview everyone, the CSO may decide that only a certain number will be called to interview. In this respect a short-listing board will examine the application forms and assess them against pre-determined criteria based on the requirements of the position. The board will select a group for interview who, based on an examination of the application forms, appear to be the most suitable for the position. This is not to suggest that other candidates are necessarily unsuitable or incapable of undertaking the job, rather that there are some candidates, who based on their application, appear to be better qualified and/or have more relevant experience. It is therefore in your own interest to provide a detailed and accurate account of your qualifications/experience in your application. Security Clearance You will be required to complete and return a Garda eVetting form should you come under consideration for appointment. This form will be forwarded to An Garda Síochána for security checks on all Irish and Northern Irish addresses at which you resided. If you have lived/worked in a country outside the Republic of Ireland for more than 6 months during the last 5 years, it is mandatory for you to furnish a Police Clearance Certificate from those countries stating that you have no convictions recorded against you while residing there. You will need to provide a separate Police Clearance Certificate for each country you have resided in. Clearance must be dated after the date you left the country. It is your responsibility to seek security clearances in a timely fashion as this can be a lengthy process. Please note you cannot be appointed without this information being provided and being in order. The CSO is an equal opportunity employer. Assignments will be made based on qualifications and the ability to carry out the responsibilities of the grade or post. Candidates' Obligations Candidates should note that canvassing will disqualify and will result in their exclusion from the process. Candidates must not: • knowingly or recklessly provide false information • canvass any person with or without inducements • Interfere with or compromise the process in any way. It is important to remember that this is a competitive process for a role where integrity is paramount. Sharing information on the selection process e.g., through social media or any other means, may result in you being disqualified from the competition. A third party must not personate a candidate at any stage of the process. Specific Candidate Criteria Candidates must: • Have the knowledge and ability to discharge the duties of the post concerned. • Be suitable on the grounds of character. • Be suitable on the grounds of health and physical fitness. • Be suitable in all other relevant respects for appointment to the post concerned. If successful, they will not be appointed to the post unless they: a) Agree to undertake the duties attached to the post and accept the conditions under which the duties are, or may be required to be, performed. b) Are fully competent and available to undertake, and fully capable of undertaking, the duties attached to the position. Principal Conditions of Service General The appointment is subject to the Civil Service Regulations Acts 1956 to 2005, the Public Service Management (Recruitmentand Appointments) Act 2004 and any other Act for the time being in force relating to the Civil Service. The appointment is to a permanent position for Permanent Survey Interviewers or to a temporary position for Temporary Survey Interviewers in the Civil Service on a probationary contract for a period of one year from the date of appointment for permanent interviewers and on a pro-rata fixed term contract basis for Temporary Survey Interviewers. Notwithstanding this paragraph and the paragraph immediately following below, this will not preclude an extension of the probationary period in appropriate circumstances. During the period of probation, the appointee’s performance will be subject to review by the relevant supervisor(s) to determine whether the appointee: i. has performed in a satisfactory manner ii. has been satisfactory in general conduct iii. is suitable from the point of view of health with particular regard to sick leave. Prior to completion of probation a decision will be made as to whether or not the appointee will be retained pursuant to Section 5A (2) of the Civil Service Regulations Acts 1956-2005. This decision will be based on the appointee’s performance being assessed against the criteria set out in (i) to (iii) above. The detail of the probationary process will be explained to the appointee by the CSO and the appointee will be given a copy of the Department of Public Expenditure and Reform guidelines on probation. Salary The weekly salary scale with effect from 01st of October 2023 this position is as follows: PPC (Personal Pension Contribution) Scale: €333.98, €352.95, €357.80, €371.83, €385.91, €400, €414.07, €428.15, €441.84, €455.54, €469.26, €485.28, €496.55, €517.77 (NMAX), €534.46 (LSI1), €542.10 (LSI2) The PPC pay rate applies when the individual is required to pay a Personal Pension Contribution (otherwise known as a main scheme contribution) in accordance with the rules of their main/personal superannuation scheme. This is different to a contribution in respect of membership of a Spouses’ and Children’s scheme, or the Additional Superannuation Contributions (ASC). A different rate will apply where the appointee is not required to make a Personal Pension Contribution. Long service increments may be payable after 3 (LSI1) and 6 (LSI2) years satisfactory service at the maximum of the scale.
Stock Takers
Retail Asset Solutions are looking to take on Casual Retail Stock Counters to join our already existing team. The Company We are a leading provider of retail stocktaking, merchandising and supply chain management services. With over 3500 employees throughout the UK and Ireland, we provide a hardworking and rewarding workplace with many progression opportunities. The Role We are looking for Retail Stock Counters to add to our already successful team. This a casual role which means you can control the days you work Employment will be carried out on different retail customer sites and stores and travel will vary on a shift-by-shift basis. Certain locations ( Dublin* and Carlow) will have minibus transport provided free of charge otherwise you must be able to drive to and from job sites. You will be responsible for ensuring stock is counted quickly and accurately using a handheld scanner. Being able to stand for prolonged periods of time is needed for the role and access equipment such as ladders or steps may have to be used on occasion to reach high stock. Transport in Dublin must be discussed at interview stages Key Skills/ Experience Required Due to the nature of our work, you must be able to work unsociable hours including early mornings and throughout the night when required. As a result, we can only accept applicants 18 years and over. You must have a 'can do' attitude and be able to work long shifts when required on large counts. With our innovative business, the technology changes and progresses and therefore being a quick learner is a key skill required. Any experience of handling stock is an advantage but not a necessity. A good understanding of the English language is essential. The Package/ Benefits €13.65 per hour plus holiday pay Access to Wagestream, this is a new system which enables colleagues to track, save and access up to 50% of their wages prior to pay day. Wagestream also offers financial advice, contributing to the financial wellbeing of RAS colleagues. Free Minibus transport is offered in certain locations ONLY ( Dublin* and Carlow) Millage and expenses where minibus is not available Progression Opportunities Transport in Dublin must be discussed at interview stage Retail & Asset Solutions are hiring NOW with immediate starts available. If you think you are suitable for this position and you want to find out more, please apply today! retailsupport.reg6@retailassetsolutions.com
Temporary Consultant Dermatologist
Post: Temporary Consultant Dermatologist (Two positions available) Location: HSE Saolta University Hospital Group, Sligo University Hospital with a commitment to Letterkenny and Galway University Hospitals Informal enquiries to: Email: PaulaM.Hickey@hse.ie Tel: 00353 71 91 36847 Registration as a specialist in the Specialist Division of the Register of Medical Practitioners maintained by the Medical Council in Ireland in the specialty of Dermatology at time of interview is essential. Access to transport will be required. Sligo University Hospital (as part of the Saolta University Healthcare Group) is a 306 bed hospital providing acute hospital services to the catchment population of Sligo/ Leitrim/ West Cavan and South Donegal. The mainstream acute services provided by Sligo University Hospital (SUH) cover the following specialties: Emergency Medicine, Surgery, ENT, Ophthalmology, Orthopaedics, Paediatrics, Obstetrics / Gynaecology, Medicine, Cardiology, Diabetology, Dermatology, Gastroenterology, Geriatrics, Respiratory Medicine, Rheumatology, Nephrology, Oncology, Pain Medicine, Palliative Medicine, Haematology, Microbiology, Orthodontics, Pathology, Anaesthesia, Intensive Care Medicine, Radiology. In addition, Services in Immunology and Radiation Oncology are provided via University College Hospital, Galway. A full range of clinical and non-clinical support services are provided, including Theatres, CSSD, Pharmacy, Laboratory, Medical Records, Social Work and Therapies. Services are provided on a regional basis with outreach services provided to Letterkenny University Hospital in respect of ENT, Ophthalmology, Neurology, Dermatology Services, Rheumatology and Orthodontics. Outpatient clinics are also provided at Community Hospitals in our catchment area across many specialties. The workforce of approx. 2000 staff provide a range of highly specialised services extending to 150,000 people in Sligo, Leitrim, Donegal and West Cavan and surrounding counties. The current Dermatology Service in the North West is delivered to a catchment area of 250,000. This role has been created as a component of delivery of the Dermatology Pathways (Pigmented Skin Lesions Pathway, Psoriasis Pathway and Acne Pathway). Dermatology is one of a number of modernised care pathways developed by the HSE. The Dermatology Pathways (Pigmented Skin Lesions Pathway, Psoriasis Pathway and Acne Pathway) will implement a Hub and Spoke model of care to facilitate and support the screening and treatment of skin lesions and skin diseases. The Dermatology Pathways aim to provide greater outreach locally in peripheral hospitals to support a local network of GPs, providing care closer to home for patients, and on site in dermatology clinics. To enable delivery of this service resources will be acute based and will provide greater outreach to the community. Targets have been established for each pathway and KPIs will be measured, with strong expectation that these targets are achieved. The Dermatology Pathways (Pigmented Skin Lesions Pathway, Psoriasis Pathway and Acne Pathway) will implement a Hub and Spoke model of care to facilitate and support the screening and treatment of skin lesions and skin diseases. The Post holder will: a)strengthen the Dermatology Services in SUH. b)Lead the development of a dedicated skin cancer clinic in SUH. c)Support the introduction of subspecialist clinics including paediatric, psoriasis and inflammatory skin conditions and acne. d)Attend multidisciplinary meetings for example Dermatopathology, combined patient consultations and Skin Cancer MDM, thereby strengthening ties with Galway University Hospital. The post will contribute to on-going progress in the delivery of senior decision making at the point of access to the hospital and redirection of patients presenting acutely to the hospital back to community care with acute management plans or redirection to appropriate specialist outpatient assessment.
Sales Assistant
Maxi Zoo Ireland are driven by the desire to make the life of pets and pets owners simpler, better and happier. To achieve this, we work hard, accept responsibility and seek every opportunity to learn about pets and customers. Maxi Zoo Ireland are currently recruiting for a Part Time Sales Assistant for our Sligo store. Applicants must be flexible across the 7 day week and need to be available to work mornings, evenings, weekends and national public holidays (Christmas period included). The Role: · All employees are expected to continuously learn and develop about pets, customers and the retailing industry. · The successful candidate will provide a friendly, efficient and polite service by welcoming and approaching each customer · The role will involve sharing your skills and knowledge with customers to ensure their pets are receiving the best possible care · The candidate will become familiar with the customer’s needs and requirements through building a strong, trusting rapport. · Each employee will ensure that he/she is familiar with all products and services on offer · Responsibility for the store cleanliness will be shared among all team members · The role of Retail Assistant will involve sales and targets with the pets needs at the forefront of everything we do. Maxi Zoo Ireland advocates responsible pet ownership and advises that a sale should be refused if it does not match the companies beliefs · The employee will ensure that appropriate till and cash procedures is followed at all times · The successful candidate will play an active role in his/her own career development Why join us?
Clinical Nurse Manager
The post of Clinical Nurse Manager has a pivotal role in the service to plan, co-ordinate and manage activities and resources within the clinical area. The main responsibilities will be to support the required clinical governance and supervision structure as specified by the Health Information and Quality Authority (HIQA) facilitating communication and professional clinical leadership, resource management, staffing and staff development, practice development and quality assurance. To be responsible for the management, care and treatment of service users, to ensure that the optimum standard of care is provided within the designated area(s) of responsibility. The primary role of the CNM 1 will be one of clinical and professional leadership and development in the nursing team, including the development of nursing staff by means of in-service training, orientation of new staff and arranging for clinical experience and supervision of student nurses where this is appropriate. Professional / Clinical The Clinical Nurse Manager 1 (Older Persons Services) will: • Be responsible for the co-ordination, assessment, planning, implementation and review of care for service users according to service standards. • Provide safe, comprehensive nursing care to service users within the guidelines laid out by National Nursing & Midwifery Board of Ireland. • The Manager will practice nursing according to: o Professional Clinical Guidelines o National and Area Health Service Executive (HSE) guidelines o Local policies, protocols and guidelines o Current legislation • Manage own caseload in accordance with the needs of the post. • Encourage evidence based practice, using a care planning approach to nursing care. • Participate in teams as appropriate, communicating and working in co-operation with other team members. • Collaborate with service users, family, carers and other staff in treatment / care planning and in the provision of support and advice. • Communicate verbally and / or in writing results of assessments, treatment / care programmes and recommendations to the team and relevant others in accordance with service policy. • Plan discharge or transition of the service user between services as appropriate and participate in MDT Meetings. • Assist in providing staff leadership and motivation, which is conducive to good staff relations and work performance. • Ensure that service users and others are treated with dignity and respect. • Maintain nursing records in accordance with local service and professional standards. • Contribute to the development and maintenance of nursing standards, protocols and guidelines consistent with the highest standards of patient care. • Maintain professional standards in relation to confidentiality, ethics and legislation. • In consultation with CNM2 and other disciplines, implement and assess quality management programmes. • Participate in clinical audit as required. • Devise and implement Health Promotion Programmes for service users as relevant to the post. • Lead and implement change, with particular reference to recommendations of the Commission on Nursing and the health service reform programme. • Operate within the Scope of Practice - seek advice and assistance from his / her manager with any cases or issues that prove to be beyond the scope of his / her professional competence in line with principles of best practice and clinical governance. Health and Safety • Play a central role in maintaining a safe environment for service users, staff and visitors e.g. by contributing to risk assessment. • Assist in observing and ensuring implementation and adherence to established policies and procedures e.g. health and safety, infection control, storage and use of controlled drugs etc. • Observe, report and take appropriate action on any matter which may be detrimental to service user care or wellbeing / may be inhibiting the efficient provision of care. • Ensure completion of incident / near miss forms. • Adhere to department policies in relation to the care and safety of any equipment supplied for the fulfilment of duty. • 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 etc. and 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. Education and Training : • Engage in continuing professional development by keeping up to date with nursing literature, recent nursing research and new developments in nursing management, education and practice and to attend staff study days as considered appropriate. • Provide a high level of professional and clinical leadership. • Provide supervision and assist in the development of knowledge, skills and attitudes of staff and assigned students. • Be familiar with the curriculum training programme for student nurses and be aware of the clinical experience required to meet the needs of the programme. • Participate in the assessment of student nurse proficiency in clinical nursing skills as part of his/her role as preceptor. • Engage in performance review processes including personal development planning as appropriate. Personnel / Administrative • Exercise authority in the running of the assigned area(s) as deputised by the CNM2. • Provide the necessary co-ordination and deployment of nursing and support staff in designated area(s) of responsibility, ensuring that skill mix takes account of fluctuating workloads and ensuring maximisation of available resources. • Assess and monitor trends through collection and analysis of activity and data and keeping CNM2 and Senior Nursing Management informed of changing work patterns, which may require increased resource allocation. • Collaborate with the CNM2 in preparing, implementing and evaluating budget and service plans for the clinical area. • Co-operate in managing all resources - including nursing and non-nursing staff within an agreed budget. • Promote a culture that values diversity and respect in the workplace. • Assist in maintaining the necessary clinical and administrative records and reporting arrangements / contribute to quality assurance by assisting in data collection. • Ensure that patient care equipment is maintained to an appropriate standard. • Ensure compliance with legal requirements, policies and procedures affecting service users, staff and other hospital matters. • Participate actively in the Nursing Management structure by ‘acting up’ when required. • Engage in IT developments as they apply to service user and service administration. 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. Informal Enquries Tim O Sullivan Director of Nursing Email: tim.osullivan@hse.ie Or Lorna Chambers Nursing Office Email: Lorna.chambers@hse.ie
Clinical Nurse Manager
The post of Clinical Nurse Manager 2 has a pivotal role in the service to plan, co-ordinate and manage activities and resources within the clinical area. The main responsibilities will be to support the required clinical governance and supervision structure as specified by the Health Information and Quality Authority (HIQA) facilitating communication and professional clinical leadership, resource management, staffing and staff development, practice development and quality assurance. Professional /Clinical The principal duties and responsibilities as outlined above indicate the main functions and responsibilities of the post and are subject to review and amendment in light of changing circumstances and may include other duties and responsibilities as may be determined by the Assistant Director of Human Resources or designated line manager. Informal Enquires Tim O Sullivan Director of Nursing Email: tim.osullivan@hse.ie Or Lorna Chambers Nursing Office Email: Lorna.chambers@hse.ie
Staff Nurse
The Staff Nurse for Older Persons Services will assess, plan, implement and evaluate care to the highest professional and ethical standards within the model of nursing care practiced in the relevant care setting. The staff nurse will provide holistic, person centred care, promoting optimum independence and enhancing the quality of life for service users. The Staff Nurse for Older Persons Services will demonstrate: Professional Responsibilities · Practice Nursing according to the Code of Professional Conduct as laid down by the Bord Altranais agus Cnáimhseachais na hÉireann (Nursing Midwifery Board Ireland) and Professional Clinical Guidelines · Adhere to national, regional and local Health Service Executive (HSE) guidelines, policies, protocols and legislation · Work within their scope of practice and take measures to develop and maintain the competence necessary for professional practice · Maintain a high standard of professional behaviour and be accountable for their practice · Be aware of ethical policies and procedures which pertain to their area of practice · Respect and maintain the privacy, dignity and confidentiality of the patient · Follow appropriate lines of authority within the Nurse Management structure Clinical Practice · Deliver the nursing care of an assigned group of patients within a best practice / evidence based framework · Manage a designated caseload · Promote the health, welfare and social wellbeing of patients within our services · Actively participate as a multi-disciplinary / inter-disciplinary team member in all aspects of service delivery including case conferences, clinical meetings, team meetings · Assess, plan, implement and evaluate individual person centred care programmes within an agreed framework and in accordance with best practice · Develop and promote good interpersonal relationships with patients, their family / social network supports and the interdisciplinary care team in the promotion of person centred care · Ensure that care is carried out in an empathetic and ethical manner and that the dignity and spiritual needs of the patient are respected · Promote and recognise the patients’ social and cultural dimensions of care and the need for links with their local community · Collaborate and work closely with the patient, their family, the multi-disciplinary / inter-disciplinary team, external agencies and services to facilitate discharge planning, continuity of care and specific care requirements · Provide appropriate and timely education and information to the patient, their family and be an advocate for the individual patient and for their family · Report and consult with senior nursing management on clinical issues as appropriate · Maintain appropriate and accurate written nursing records and reports regarding patient care in accordance with local / national / professional guidelines · Participate in innovation and change in the approach to patient care delivery particularly in relation to new research findings, evidence based practice and advances in treatment · Participate in clinical audit and review · Undertake Key Worker role as appropriate · Promote a positive health concept with patients and colleagues and contribute to health promotion and disease prevention initiatives of the Health Service Executive · Delegate to and supervise the work of other grades of staff within the remit of their role, as appropriate · Demonstrate flexibility by rotating / assisting in other units / care settings as required to meet nursing resource needs and the requirements of the integrated services programme (ISP) · Refer clients to other services as required Clinical Governance · Participate in clinical governance structures within the local / regional / national clinical governance framework · Have a working knowledge of HIQA Standards as they apply to the role / care setting, for example, Standards for Healthcare, National Standards for the Prevention and Control of Healthcare Associated Infections, Hygiene Standards etc. · Contribute to ongoing monitoring, audit and evaluation of the service as appropriate · Accurately record and report all complaints to appropriate personnel according to local service policy · Participate in the development of policies / procedures and guidelines to support compliance with current legal requirements, where existing, for the safe storage and administration of medicines and other clinical products · Participate in the development of policies / procedures and guidelines with health, safety, fire, risk and management personnel and participate in their development in conjunction with relevant staff and in compliance with statutory obligations · Observe, report and take appropriate action on any matter which may be detrimental to patient care or well being · Be aware of, and comply with, the principles of clinical governance including quality, risk and health and safety and be individually responsible for clinical governance, risk management / health and safety issues in their area of work · Participate in the development, promotion and implementation of infection prevention and control guidelines · Adhere to organisational dress code · Assume responsibility for and coordinate the management of the unit / care setting in the absence of the Clinical Nurse Manager Education, Training & Development · Take responsibility for own competency and learning and development needs and actively contribute to the learning and development of the interdisciplinary team · Complete all mandatory training as deemed necessary by the Director of Nursing and Bord Altranais agus Cnáimhseachais na hÉireann (Nursing Midwifery Board Ireland) · Participate in performance evaluation / review with their line manager, identifying areas for improvement and appropriate plans / measures to achieve them · Provide feedback to the Clinical Nurse Manager or the designated officer with regard to compilation of proficiency assessments for students in the clinical setting · Develop and use reflective practice techniques to inform and guide practice as part of their daily work · Identify and contribute to the continual enhancement of learning opportunities within a population health framework · Participate in the clinical / workplace induction of all new nursing and support staff · Contribute to the identification of training needs pertinent to the clinical area · Develop teaching skills and participate in the planning and implementation of orientation, training and teaching programmes for nursing students and other health-care staff as appropriate · Having undergone appropriate training, act as a mentor / preceptor or clinical assessor for students · Participate in the development of performance indicators in conjunction with the Clinical Nurse Manager · Participate in innovation and change in the approach to service user care delivery, and contribute to the service planning process, based on best practice and under the direction of Nurse Management / Nurse Practice Development, particularly in relation to new research findings and advances in treatment Administration · Ensure that records are safeguarded and managed as per HSE / local policy and in accordance with relevant legislation · Work closely with colleagues across the integrated services programme in order to provide a seamless service delivery to the client within the integrated services programme · Maintain records and submit activity data / furnish appropriate reports to the Director of Nursing as required · Contribute to policy development and formulation, performance monitoring, business planning and budgetary control · Maintain professional standards including patient and data confidentiality · Contribute to the development and implementation of information sharing protocols, audit systems, referral pathways, individual care plans and shared care arrangements · Contribute to ongoing monitoring, audit and evaluation of the service as appropriate · Ensure that the care setting is maintained in good order using appropriate models, that supplies are adequate and that all equipment is in good working order and ready for immediate use · Ensure that equipment is safe to use and report any malfunctions in a timely manner · Assist with ordering of supplies as required and ensure the appropriate and efficient use of supplies is made and exercise economy in the use of consumables · Undertake other duties as required by the Director of Nursing or his / her designate 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. Informal Enquiries Nuala Gallagher A/ Service Manager Older persons Services Sligo / Leitrim Smops.sl@hse.ie Tel 0864122617
Store Manager
*COMPETITIVE SALARY *MONTHY BONUS *50% EMPLOYEE DISCOUNT *LEADING OUTDOOR RETAILER* About the role Our Store Managers are fully accountable for everything going on in their stores. You will be responsible for;
