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Remuneration The salary scale as of 01/03/2025 for the post is: €40,412, €40,649, €40,870, €40,870, €40,870, €40,894, €41,014, €41,146, €41,319, €41,405, €41,541, €41,684, €41,815. New appointees to any grade start at the minimum point of the scale. Incremental credit will be applied for recognised relevant service in Ireland and abroad (Department of Health Circular2/2011). Incremental credit is normally granted on appointment, in respect of previous experience in the Civil Service, Local Authorities, Health Service and other Public Service Bodies and Statutory Agencies. Purpose of the Post • Provide leadership and management in portering/security services in achieving a standard of excellence. • Ensure the delivery of high standards of portering/security services are provided in St Luke’s General Hospital (SLK). • Ensure effective and efficient provision of portering/security services is provided to ensure quality and patient safety is upheld. • The person holding this post 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. • Maintain throughout SLK’s awareness of the primacy of the patient in relation to all hospital activities. • Performance management systems are part of the role and you will be required to participate in SLK’s performance management programme. Principal Duties and Responsibilities The post holder must be able to demonstrate a working knowledge of IT systems and an ability to use computer software to record and retrieve information. Administrative Duties • Work with the Deputy Head Porter, in managing staff duties to ensure the smooth running of portering/security services include rostering arrangements, daily workloads and ensuring that service requirements are met. Arrange cross cover for porters for annual leave/sick leave/Linen service cover as and when required. • Have line manager knowledge of grievance and disciplinary procedure and Dignity at Work. • Record monitor and approve all leave types. • Prepare for Senior validation, process and manage all payroll duties for the discipline in line with the National Financial Regulations Ensure that pay returns are accurate and returned in a timely manner. • Monitor unplanned /planned absences and ensure adequate cover is available to meet service need. • Ensure that staff attendance is managed as per HSE policies procedures and guidelines. Convene and make necessary actions resulting from return to work meetings for staff following absenteeism. • Ensure that records and time returns of staff are kept and that any unauthorised absences are reported and managed. • Ensure that monthly reports are provided to demonstrate the effective and efficient use of resources. • Arrange scheduled portering services team meetings with portering staff. • Provide portering representation at relevant committees and groups. • Support the development and implementation of written policies, procedures & guidelines. • Communicate to porters on new policies, procedures and guidelines. • Participate in hospital audit relevant to portering/security service. Education and Training • The post holder must be familiar with the necessary education, training and support to enable them to meet their responsibility and has a duty to familiarise themselves with the relevant organisational policies, procedures and standards • Participate and coordinate both mandatory and in service training and development in order to maintain enhance and develop the necessary knowledge and skills to provide a quality portering/security service. • Ensure statutory training is attended as required and that staff training is kept up to date, e.g. manual handling, hand hygiene, fire safety, waste management training, security training and Therapeutic Management of Violence & Aggression (TMVA) training or equivalent. • Ensure that fire orders and safety health and welfare at work legislation are observed and that staff attends any other health and safety programmes as required. • Provide mentoring and training for new portering service employees • Attend mandatory training programmes • Strive to maintain standards of practice and levels of clinical knowledge by participating in continuous professional development initiatives and attendance at relevant courses as appropriate • Participate in induction and mentoring with professional colleagues. • Participate and play a role in the practice education of student Dietitians. • Produce and evaluate nutrition education materials for patients and multidisciplinary teams. • Participate in clinical supervision, mentoring and appraisal • Actively participate in the staff grade rotations to new specialities within the department, as required. KPI’s • The identification and development of Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) which are congruent with the Hospital’s service plan targets. • The development of Action Plans to address KPI targets. • Driving and promoting a Performance Management culture. • In conjunction with line manager assist in the development of a Performance Management system for your profession. • The management and delivery of KPIs as a routine and core business objective. 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 must be familiar with the necessary education, training and support to enable them to meet this responsibility. • The post holder has a duty to familiarise themselves with the relevant Organisational Policies, Procedures & Standards and attend training as appropriate in the following areas: • Continuous Quality Improvement Initiatives. • Document Control Information Management Systems. • Risk Management Strategy and Policies. • Hygiene Related Policies, Procedures and Standards. • Decontamination Code of Practice. • Infection Control Policies. • Safety Statement, Health & Safety Policies and Fire Procedure. • 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 the SLK’s Risk Management Incident/Near miss reporting Policies and Procedures. • The post holder is responsible for ensuring that they comply with hygiene services requirements in your area of responsibility. Hygiene Services incorporates environment and facilities, hand hygiene, catering, cleaning, the management of laundry, waste, sharps and equipment. • The post holder must foster and support a quality improvement culture through-out your area of responsibility in relation to hygiene services. • It is the post holders’ specific responsibility for Quality & Risk Management, Hygiene Services and Health & Safety this will be clarified to you in the induction process and by your line manager. • The post holder must take reasonable care for his or her own actions and the effect that these may have upon the safety of others. • The post holder must cooperate with management, attend Health & Safety related training and not undertake any task for which they have not been authorised and adequately trained. • The post holder is required to bring to the attention of a responsible person any perceived shortcoming in our safety arrangements or any defects in work equipment. • It is the post holder’s responsibility to be aware of and comply with the HSE Health Care Records Management/Integrated Discharge Planning (HCRM / IDP) Code of Practice. • Ensure hospital security schedule is adhered to as per hospital policies and procedures. • Report to relevant service any perceived shortcomings in hospital safety arrangements or any defects in hospital equipment utilized by portering/security services. • Monitor areas of concern or unsafe practices within portering/security services and escalate via relevant organisational structures. • Support the development and implementation of risk assessments relevant to portering/security services. • Prepare and record incidents/accidents arising in the course of portering/security services duties as per SLK site policy. • Ensure prompt collection and transport of specimens to the laboratory and safe collection and transport of products from laboratory to required departments. • Ensure the safe movement of patient’s goods and hospital equipment throughout the hospital. • Ensure that adequate supplies of medical gases are available at all times and staff are adequately trained in the use transport and storage of medical gas cylinders. • Ensure the safe and efficient collection of soiled linen from departments to designated holding areas as per hospital policies and procedures. • Safely operate a company vehicle in accordance with road safety and traffic regulations. • Perform deliveries, collections, or transportation of goods, equipment, or personnel as required. PLEASE NOTE THE FOLLOWING GENERAL CONDITIONS: • Employees must attend fire lectures periodically and must observe fire orders. • All accidents within the Department must be reported immediately. • Infection Control Policies must be adhered to. • In line with the Safety, Health and Welfare at Work Act, 2005 all staff must comply with all safety regulations and audits. • In line with the Public Health (Tobacco) (Amendment) Act 2004, smoking within the Hospital Buildings is not permitted. • Hospital uniform code must be adhered to. • Provide information that meets the need of Senior Management. • To 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 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 on the latest date for receiving completed application forms for the office possess: 1. Professional Qualifications, Experience, etc. (a) i. Have a Leaving Certificate level or Equivalent. And ii. Have relevant hospital/healthcare experience within the last 5 years. And iii. Have experience in management and supervision of staff including management of rotas.And iv. Have experience dealing with public/customer services. 2. Health Candidates 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 servic e. 3. Character Candidates for and any person holding the office must be of good character. Post Specific Requirements • A flexible approach to working hours as some out-of-hours work may be required • Candidate must hold a Current Full Class B Driver’s Licence Other requirements specific to the post Access to appropriate transport as the post may involve travel. Skills, competencies and/or knowledge Demonstrates the following: Technical / Professional Knowledge • Demonstrate the knowledge to carry out the duties and responsibilities of the post including knowledge of St Lukes Hospital & Services offered. • Demonstrate evidence of computer skills, including the use of Microsoft Word, Excel and e-mail, as relevant to the role Leadership and Teamwork • Demonstrate leadership and team working skills within a multi-disciplinary team. Planning and Organisational Skills • Demonstrate evidence of effective planning and organising skills. • Demonstrate the ability to manage deadlines and handle multiple tasks effectively. • Demonstrate experience in working effectively under pressure. Communication / Interpersonal skills • Demonstrate effective communication skills including the ability to present information in a clear and concise manner, written and verbal. • Demonstrate an ability to receive and implement instructions in an effective and efficient manner. Problem Solving & Decision Making • Demonstrate the ability to evaluate information, solve problems and make decisions in a timely manner. • Demonstrate the ability to work within a multi-disciplinary team to resolve problems and implement solutions. Commitment to Providing a Quality Service • Demonstrate a commitment to providing a quality service; including an awareness and appreciation of the service user such as patients, general public, medical and non-medical staff.
Nurse Practice Development Coordinator ADON
Nurse Practice Development Coordinator ADON (Non Band 1) Full Time/ 37.5 hours per week/ Permanent Interested candidates must: · Be Registered on the Live Register in the General Division of the Register of Nurses as maintained by the NMBI. · Have seven year’s acute hospital experience in the last 10 years with a minimum of 2 years nursing management experience at CNM2 or above. · Evidence of clinical practice experience in orthopedic nursing. · Hold a Post Graduate Qualification in Orthopaedic Nursing · Have successfully completed a post registration programme of study at Level 9 or higher in a health care or management related area (if the Post Graduate Qualification in Orthopaedic Nursing does not meet this) Informal enquiries are welcome to Valerie Connolly, Director of Nursing valerie.connolly@nohc.ie 01 814 0469. For further details on the particulars of qualifications and experience, and a job description please contact Aoife Sunderland/ Recruitment & Selection Officer HR- Aoife.Sunderland@nohc.ie 01 8142339. ******************************************************************** Comhordaitheoir Forbartha Cleachtais Altraí ADON (Neamh-bhanna 1) (Lánaimseartha I 37.5 uair sa tseachtain | Buan) Ní mór d'iarrthóirí leasmhara: · A bheith cláraithe ar an mBeochlár sa Rannán Ginearálta de Chlár na nAltraí arna chothabháil ag an NMBI. · Seacht mbliana de thaithí ospidéil ghéarmhíochaine a bheith agat le 10 mbliana anuas le taithí bhainistíochta altranais 2 bhliain ar a laghad ag CNM2 nó os a chionn. · Fianaise ar thaithí chleachtais chliniciúil in altranas ortaipéideach. · Cáilíocht Iarchéime san Altranas Ortaipéideach a bheith agat · Clár staidéir iarchlárúcháin ag Leibhéal 9 nó níos airde a chríochnú go rathúil agat i réimse a bhaineann le cúram sláinte nó bainistíocht (mura gcomhlíonann an Cháilíocht Iarchéime san Altranas Ortaipéideach é seo) Tá fáilte roimh fhiosrúcháin neamhfhoirmiúla chuig Valerie Connolly, Stiúrthóir Altranais valerie.connolly@nohc.ie 01 814 0469. Chun tuilleadh sonraí a fháil faoi shonraí cáilíochtaí agus taithí, agus chun cur síos ar an bpost a fháil, déan teagmháil le Aoife Sunderland/ Oifigeach Earcaíochta agus Roghnúcháin Acmhainní Daonna - Aoife.Sunderland@nohc.ie 01 8142339. ________________________________________________________________ Ba chóir d'iarrthóirí leasmhara litir spéise a uaslódáil mar aon le cóip dá gCurriculum Vitae trí Rezoomo. ` Is é an Spriocdháta le hIarratais a fháil ná 5pm Dé hAoine an 11 Iúil 2025.
Banqueting Supervisor
Banqueting Supervisor – 4* Grand Hotel Are you passionate about delivering an exceptional guest experience? Are you ready to take the next step in your career? If so, we want to hear from you. Now under the management of FBD Hotels & Resorts , an exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced, customer focused professional to join our Banqueting team as a F&B Supervisor at the 4* Grand Hotel, Malahide. The ideal candidate will have at least two years supervisory experience in a high volume 4* or 5* hotel or quality focused restaurant and will display the ability to lead and motivate a team; a strong commitment to quality, high standards, service and customer care. Responsibilities will include: · To assist and be responsible for the planning, organising and management of banqueting events to the Hotel standard and supervise other Food & Beverage outlets as required. · To ensure that all Team Members are fully aware and trained in the Standards of Procedures and Operations in the Room Service Areas. · To assist the Banqueting Manager with staff rostering and holiday requests. · To ensure that all opening and closing procedures are conducted in line with SOP’s. · To be responsible for the appearance and tidiness of the Service Areas. · To fairly and correctly delegate tasks & duties to the F&B Staff. · To ensure that the Function Room set up and preparation is completed in advance of Service times. · To Look after all of our guests to the highest standard and communicate Hotel services to them. *Please note that this position requires you to be available to start from 6:30am onwards* Perks of Joining the Team:
Receptionist
This role will be a job share with every second week off. As a Receptionist/Secretary, you will be involved in supporting Partners, Directors, Senior Managers and Managers across the office. Prioritising, multi-tasking and maintaining a high level of confidentiality on all matters is essential. The role involves various secretarial and administration functions for the team, as well as acting as Receptionist and other office duties. Given the nature of the duties, the role will be office based. Responsibilities: In this role your responsibilities include but are not limited to: Reception / Hospitality / Office Management
Person In Charge - Social Care Leader
BROTHERS OF CHARITY SERVICES IRELAND LIMERICK REGION Applications are invited for the following position: PERSON IN CHARGE / SOCIAL CARE LEADER (78/78 hours per fortnight) Permanent Contract Location: Limerick Community Services Essential Criteria: Hours of Work: 39 hours per week in a rolling fortnightly roster that spans across 7 days of the week Closing date for receipt of completed application forms is Sunday 6th July 2025 Short listing of applications may apply Canvassing will disqualify Panels may be formed as a result of the interview process. The Brothers of Charity Services Ireland, Limerick Region, is an Equal Opportunities Employer
Day Service Community Facilitator
BROTHERS OF CHARITY SERVICES IRELAND – SOUTHERN REGION The Brothers of Charity Services Ireland – Southern Region is a major voluntary organisation, which provides age related residential, educational and day services for people with intellectual disabilities, autism and communication disorders throughout the Cork and Kerry area. We are currently seeking applications from highly motivated people, to join our team for the following position: DAY SERVICE COMMUNITY FACILITATOR - (Good Lives Model) Ref: 30/2025 Permanent Full-Time (78 hours per fortnight) Location: Upton Campus (Innishannon) Co. Cork and integrated residential service Working with us means you will be joining an organisation that supports people with intellectual disabilities to be valued citizens in their local community, to have ordinary life experiences and to be closely connected to family and friends. We understand the importance of supporting our staff both personally and professionally, so that you can be fulfilled and happy in your work. We have a diverse range of benefits, supports, variety of locations and flexible working hours to help you thrive at work. We invest significantly in personal and professional development to enable our staff to reach their full potential, ensuring they have the competence and confidence to perform at their best. The Role The person/s appointed to the integrated day service will be very flexible in their approach to service provision and have the ability to work both on their own initiative and as a member of a team. He/she will work to the ethos and vision of the Brothers of Charity ensuring the needs of the service users are being met by them as directed by the Person in Charge. The model of Service will be based on the Good Lives and Stay Well planning systems. As a team member, the best interests of each person using our service will be paramount in all discussions. Emphasis will be on forming a team approach involving people supported, families, advocates and staff on all relevant issues. Work as part of the team in Day Service to develop, support and implement person centred programmes in line with HSE New Directions Framework. They will encourage and motivate the day attenders to develop and engage in programmes such as art, drama, sports, social skills, work-placements, joining community groups, with the goal of increasing independence and personal life skills. A Competency in networking, creativity and developing strong links within the community is an integral part of this role. The role may also require some rotational evening and weekends. The Candidates Must have a minimum relevant Level 5 (formerly FETAC) qualification on the Quality and Qualifications Ireland (QQI) framework OR be undertaking a relevant Social Care / Nursing Qualification Level 7/ Level 8 Must have at least 6 months experience of working in the intellectual disability sector with Adults/children. Must have Mandatory training in Manual Handling / People Moving Must have a full driving license which qualifies you to drive manual transmission vehicles on Irish roads Must have experience of working with adults with behaviours that challenge Completion of module on Special Needs and/or Intellectual Disability as part of qualification is desirable Experience of using alternative communication methods is essential. Previous experience and understanding of how to support individuals with very specific needs and/or clinical support requirements and a clear understanding of the importance of working in line with written protocols and guidelines is essential. Knowledge of the Good Lives model of service and ARMADILLO risk review process is desirable Salary Scale: €35,081 – €50,864 including 1 LSI per annum ( 1/3/25 DOH Consolidated Scales ) Part-Time hours will be paid pro-rata to a full-time post Informal enquiries or request for full job description please contact: Sue Hargrove, Day Service Manager, Tel: 3535 87 4069347, e-mail: susan.hargrove@bocsi.ie A panel may be formed from this competition from which future vacancies may be filled The closing date for receipt of all applications is: 6th July 2025 Applications should be made online using the ‘Apply’ Link Below The Brothers of Charity Services Ireland - Southern Region is an equal opportunities employer INDS
Occupational Therapist Staff Grade
BROTHERS OF CHARITY SERVICES IRELAND – SOUTHERN REGION The Brothers of Charity Services Ireland is a major voluntary organisation, which provides age related residential, educational and day services for adults with intellectual disabilities throughout the Cork area. We also provide services for children and young adults across Cork and Kerry with complex needs- Intellectual, Physical, Sensory disability, Autism and children at risk of or query developmental delay; where their needs require the support of an interdisciplinary team. Applications are invited for the following post Staff Grade Occupational Therapist Ref: 31/2025 Permanent Full-Time / Part-Time options Children’s Disability Network 13 Carrigaline / Kinsale / Bandon with bases in Carrigaline and Bandon, Co. Cork. JOB SUMMARY These permanent posts arein Network 13Carrigaline/Kinsale/Bandon, which is based in Carrigaline Primary Care centre. The successful candidate will have a caseload in the Carrigaline/Kinsale and Bandon area and will be expected to drive to these areas. The successful candidates will be working as part of an interdisciplinary team providing supports to children and young people, 0-18yrs and their families. The criteria for CDNT is children with complex needs arising from a disability, who require the support of an interdisciplinary disability team. This might include children with intellectual, physical, sensory disability, Autism and children with a complex developmental delay. This team is under the national model of service provision “Progressing Disability Services for Children and Young People” lead by the HSE. The successful candidate/s will be employed by the Brothers of Charity Services Ireland. Assessment, diagnostic and therapeutic interventions are provided in the context of an interdisciplinary team. The CDNT aims to maximise the child/ young adult’s full potential and works within the context of the family and community, empowering and supporting parents/care givers and family members . The Therapist will work in conjunction with other team members in co-ordinating and developing the service to meet the needs of the children and their family and the objectives of the organisation. The Occupational Therapist will be responsible for the provision of a high quality Occupational Therapy service and will carry out clinical and educational duties as required. The Candidate: Statutory Registration, Professional Qualification, Experience etc. Each candidate for the appointment must possess the following: Be registered, or be eligible for registration on the Occupational Therapists Register maintained by the Occupational Therapists Registration Board at CORU. Candidates must maintain annual registration on the Occupational Therapists Register maintained by the Occupational Therapists Registration Board at CORU and must confirm annual registration to the Brothers of Charity Services Ireland – Southern Region by way of the annual Safety Assurance Certificate (SAC). Experience Post qualification clinical experience of working with children & young people for one year or more is highly desirable. Ability to work as part of an inter-disciplinary team and other agencies is essential. Experience of carrying out assessments with children & young people with complex needs, within the scope of the OT role and interdisciplinary team working is highly desirable. Experience of working in partnership with families is desirable. Experience of developing and coordinating individual family service plans (IFSPs) or equivalent in line with relevant progressing children’s disability (PDS) policies and procedures would be beneficial. Demonstrate a command of the English language so as to effectively carry out the duties and responsibilities of the role. Candidates must possess the requisite clinical and administrative capabilities to fulfil the functions of the role. Annual registration Practitioners must maintain live annual registration on the Occupational Therapists Register maintained by the Occupational Therapists Registration Board at CORU. AND Confirm annual registration with CORU to the Brothers of Charity Services Ireland – Southern Region by way of annual Safety Assurance Certificate Health Candidates 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. Age The Public Service Superannuation (Age of Retirement) Act, 2018* set 70 years as the compulsory retirement age for public servants. * Public Servants not affected by this legislation: Public servants recruited between 1 April 2004 and 31 December 2012 (new entrants) have no compulsory retirement age. Public servants recruited since 1 January 2013 are members of the Single Pension Scheme and have a compulsory retirement age of 70. Character Candidates for and any person holding the office must be of good character. Driving License: Possession of a full clean driving licence, which qualifies you to drive on Irish roads, is essential. The person appointed will be required to provide their own transport during the duration of employment and will be paid travel expenses at the appropriate rates in respect of travel necessarily performed in the discharge or his/her duties. The base for this purpose will be the location to which the appointee is assigned. Salary Scale: €44,122 - €63,154 per annum (1/3/25 Department of Health Consolidated Scales). Pro-rata if working part-time hours . Reporting to: Children’s Disability Network Manager. The Head of Discipline will provide clinical supervision. Informal enquiries to: Ms. Eleanor Stanton, Children’s Disability Manager, Tel: +353 21 4376581 OR Ms. Emer Lotty, Head of Occupational Therapy (Children Services), Tel: +353 21 4556200 The closing date for receipt of all applications is: Sunday 6thJuly 2025 A panel may be formed from this competition from which future vacancies may be filled Applications should be made online using the ‘Apply’ Link Below The Brothers of Charity Services Ireland - Southern Region is an equal opportunities employer
Consultant Psychiatrist For Psychiatry Of Later Life, Mental Health Services
Standard Duties and responsibilities a) To participate in development of and undertake all duties and functions pertinent to the Consultant’s area of competence, as set out within the Clinical Directorate Service Plan and in line with policies as specified by the Employer. b) To ensure that duties and functions are undertaken in a manner that minimises delays for patients and possible disruption of services. c) To work within the framework of the hospital / agency’s service plan and/or levels of service (volume, types etc.) as determined by the Employer. Service planning for individual clinical services will be progressed through the Clinical Directorate structure or other arrangements as apply. d) To co-operate with the expeditious implementation of the Disciplinary Procedure (attached at Appendix II). e) To formally review the execution of the Clinical Directorate Service Plan with the Clinical Director / Employer periodically. The Clinical Directorate Service Plan shall be reviewed periodically at the request of the Consultant or Clinical Director / Employer. The Consultant may initially seek internal review of the determinations of the Clinical Director regarding the Service Plan. f) To participate in the development and operation of the Clinical Directorate structure and in such management or representative structures as are in place or being developed. The Consultant shall receive training and support to enable him/her to participate fully in such structures. g) To provide, as appropriate, consultation in the Consultant’s area of designated expertise in respect of patients of other Consultants at their request. h) To ensure in consultation with the Clinical Director that appropriate medical cover is available at all times having due regard to the implementation of the European Working Time Directive as it relates to doctors in training. i) To supervise and be responsible for diagnosis, treatment and care provided by non-Consultant Hospital Doctors (NCHDs) treating patients under the Consultant’s care. j) To participate as a right and obligation in selection processes for non-Consultant Hospital Doctors and other staff as appropriate. The Employer will provide training as required. The Employer shall ensure that a Consultant representative of the relevant specialty / sub-specialty is involved in the selection process. k) To participate in clinical audit and proactive risk management and facilitate production of all data/information required for same in accordance with regulatory, statutory and corporate policies and procedures. l) To participate in and facilitate production of all data/information required to validate delivery of duties and functions and inform planning and management of service delivery. m) To carry out teaching as appropriate. Clinical : · To practice as a Consultant Psychiatrist in Cork Mental Health Services under the Public Only Consultant Contract 2023. · To be responsible for the care and treatment of patients in his/her clinical charge and to ensure mechanisms for the co-ordination of the care with the multidisciplinary team and between the team and other health and social care agencies are established and maintained. · To ensure that the service will be community orientated, with treatment provided in the main range of community facilities available, and within the level of resources allocated. To provide a service with the multidisciplinary team for patients referred for specialist treatment encompassing comprehensive programmes of care to include where necessary family support and advice. To lead and engage in the provision of a range of community based assessment and treatment programmes including, out-patients clinics, day hospital services, community services, residential centres, and any service deemed necessary in the future in line with evidenced based practice and National Clinical Programme for Dual Diagnosis · To provide a diagnostic treatment or consultation service as may be appropriate for or in respect of patients for whom the HSE is obliged under any enactment to provide. To develop and provide special clinics and associated services for identified patients. · To keep such records as may be required from time to time by the HSE. · To examine, assess, report and provide advice on every person referred to him/her. · To furnish on request to any registered Medical Practitioner authorized by the HSE or the Minister, the clinical details regarding any person who is or who has been under his/her care, on production of the written consent of the person or the written consent of the person’s representative or next of kin. Whenever the Minister is of the opinion, however, that it would not be in the interests of the common good to seek such consent and he/she certifies accordingly, the Officer shall furnish all required information to a Registered Medical Practitioner authorised by the Minister. Where, however, the Officer is of the opinion that the nature of the case is such that he/she should inform the patient of the requirement of the Minister, he/she then shall be at liberty to do so. It is not however intended that this requirement will operate in a manner, which would detract from the patient’s character or reputation. · To issue, or arrange for the issue of, to or in respect of any patient under his /her care in the hospital or referred to him /her at a clinic and without payment by or on behalf of the HSE, any certificate which might reasonably be required by such patient regard to the state of his/ her health in connection with his /her normal employment, his/ her entitlement to benefit under the scheme of social insurance or assistance. · To supervise and be responsible for the clinical work and record keeping of Non-Consultant Hospital Doctors and as appropriate other staff and to instruct them in the proper performance of their duties. · To ensure that adequate supplies of such drugs, medicines, medical and surgical appliances as he/she considers necessary, will be available in his/her department of the hospital and to report to the HSE, arrangements for the custody of dangerous drugs etc., which he/she considers to be unsatisfactory. · To be responsible, under the Executive Clinical Director/Clinical Director, for the general management and running of hospital and community based departments or of such other psychiatric services operated by the HSE as may be assigned to him/her and to attend and be responsible for the care and treatment of patients concerned in such assignment. · To take a special interest in and be responsible, under the person in charge, for the general organisation of such aspects of the Mental Health Services of the HSE as may be assigned to him/her. · To be responsible for the maintenance of appropriate liaison arrangements between his/her department in the hospital or community services and the patients normal medical attendant. · To participate in a system of professional practice review to support the maintenance of service quality and standards. To actively participate in and promote continuing education and review activities consistent with the position, and maintain a programme of continuing professional development applicable to the responsibilities of the post. To establish and develop multidisciplinary risk management/audit and review committees within the allocated area of responsibility and/or as requested by the management of the psychiatric services. Organisational/Operational: · To work with the Executive Clinical Director/Clinical Director and Supporting structures, Head of Mental Health Services, Hospital Managers, Area Director of Nursing, Medical and Surgical Staff of the hospital/community services in all matters appertaining to their general efficiency. · To participate in structured arrangements for the determination of resource provision and utilisation, service planning and evaluation and performance review appropriate to Cork Mental Health Services. · To participate in the on-call rota as required. To deputise and supply cross-cover as appropriate for his/her colleagues in the event of service exigencies in agreement with the Executive Clinical Director/Clinical Director and management of the service. · To reside convenient to Cork Mental Health Services or at such place as may be approved by the Head of Mental Health Services, Cork Kerry Community Healthcare. · To agree with his/her Executive Clinical Director/Clinical Director, the consultant colleagues to assume clinical responsibility for his/her patients during his/her absence and document same. He/she shall agree with the Executive Clinical Director/Clinical Director, prior to taking leave, which members of medical staff will be on-call and available during that time. · To undertake referral meetings, case reviews as required. · To write letters and communications to General Practitioners and other professionals as required. · To participate in various medical staff meetings within the HSE as necessary. · To provide lectures/training as appropriate and as required in the Hospital and Clinical Service areas for medical, nursing and other staff or students. · To perform duties in occasional emergencies and unforeseen circumstances on consultation with senior and junior colleagues. · To assist in the development of best practice protocols in line with emerging research and best practice. · To participate in activities such as Clinical Practice; Risk Management; Health and Safety; Financial; Administration and HR. · To provide advice, support and consultancy in a variety of settings to minimise risk. · To participate in regular Audit and Quality Assurance programmes to improve and maintain the high standards of service. · To participate in clinical audit, clinical governance and strategic planning. · To contribute to or conduct research in clinical or service areas, in accordance with approved policies, pertinent to the service and their own relevant experience. · To comply with reporting requirements and system developments e.g. Mental Health Commission etc and to provide data/activity as required for performance monitoring processes in the HSE- Cork Kerry Community Healthcare. · To ensure compliance with all HSE National and local policies and procedures. · To notify the appropriate officer of any case of infectious or suspected infectious disease in his/her Department and to furnish such particulars as may be required in each case and to carry out the preventative measure that may be necessary. · The person appointed will hold office under the terms and conditions of the revised consultant’s contract, which will determine that he/she will participate actively in the management of the unit, take cognisance of resource constraints and retain clinical autonomy while practicing. · To work with a multidisciplinary team providing assessment and therapeutic services and to have special administrative responsibility if required for the Service. · The person appointed will take an active role in the selection and recruitment of staff where required. · To be responsible for the maintenance of appropriate liaison arrangements between his/her unit and the patients normal medical attendants. · The person appointed to the office is a Designated Officer under the “Protections for Persons Reporting Child Abuse Act, 1998” and consistent with Children’s First Guidelines 2011 to receive reports of child abuse. Such officers will, on receiving a report of child abuse, formally notify the relevant Child and Family Services Manager (Tusla). · To prepare clinical and court reports pursuant to Section 25 of the Mental Health Act 2001. · To ensure that current Health and Safety Legislation is complied with in consultation with the Executive Clinical Director/Clinical Director, Area Director of Nursing and other responsible persons. · To participate and ensure that junior medical staff participate in regular Health &Safety exercise e.g. Fire Drill. · To perform such other duties appropriate to his/her office as may be assigned to him/her by the Head of Mental Health Services Cork Kerry Community Healthcare or other designated officer 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 .
Snluh Staff Nurse General
Campaign Reference Number & Job Title: SNLUH Staff Nurse (General) Grade Code: 2135 County: Donegal, Letterkenny University Hospital Hse Area: HSE West and North West Region Staff Category: Nursing Contract Type: Permanent, Whole time, Temporary, part-time Internal/External: External Proposed Interview Dates: Interviews will be held as soon as possible after closing date. Candidates will normally be given at least one weeks' notice of interview. The timescale may be reduced in exceptional circumstances Informal Enquiries: ED, Cancer Services: Ms Siobhan Kelly, Assistant Director of Nursing/Service Manager Cancer, Ambulatory & Emergency Care Phone: 087 4006747 Email: Siobhan.kellylgh@hse.ie Medical, Acute Stroke Unit, CCU: Lisa Friel Assistant Director of Nursing Medical Directorate, Letterkenny University Hospital Tel Number: 087 4514491 Email: lisa.friel@hse.ie Surgical, Theatre: Sinead Bolton, ADON Perioperative Tel: 087 3607557 Email: sinead.bolton@hse.ie Gynae, Paediatrics: Marion Doogan Assistant Director of Midwifery Tel 087 1918884 Email: marion.doogan@hse.ie Closing Date: ROLLING CAMPAIGN Letterkenny University Hospital have on going opportunities for Staff Nurse. In order to meet this requirement, this advertisement will remain live for the foreseeable future so that qualified Staff Nurse candidates can submit applications throughout the year. Location of Post West North West Region Initial assignment will be to Letterkenny University Hospital. The successful candidate may be required to work in any service area within the vicinity as the need arises. A panel may be created from this recruitment campaign from which all current and future permanent and specified purpose vacancies of full and part-time duration may be filled throughout Letterkenny University Hospital. Access to the Enhanced Nurse/Senior Enhanced Nurse role is available through this campaign (pending eligibility).
Digital Applications Manager
HSE Mid West The newly established HSE Mid West Health Region will manage and deliver all public health and social care services for Limerick, Clare and North Tipperary serving a population of over 400,000 people. The redesign of services will allow new pathways to be developed between acute hospitals, community services, primary care, health and wellbeing and voluntary sectors to develop more integrated, patient-centred care. HSE Mid-West includes all hospital, community healthcare and public health services in the region. This includes: HSE Mid West Acute Services consisting of: · University Hospital Limerick · University Maternity Hospital Limerick · Ennis Hospital · Nenagh Hospital · Croom Hospital · St John’s Hospital (voluntary) · Older Persons Services Purpose of the Post The post holder will have responsibility for: Informal Enquiries Name: Stephen Culligan Email: Stephenj.Culligan@hse.ie Tel: 0872699347
