Staff Nurse - Theatre (Anaesthetics and Recovery) - UPMC Aut Even Hospital
Location: Aut Even Hospital
Job type: Fixed Term
Overview of role:
UPMC are hiring a Theatre Staff Nurse to join our Anaesthetics and Recovery team at UPMC Aut Even Hospital, Kilkenny. Please note this is an 11 month fixed term contract.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities:
Professional Responsibilities
- Nurses are expected to practice according to the Code of Professional Conduct as laid down by the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland and Professional Clinical Guidelines.
- Adhere at all times to the Nursing Board code for nurses and ensure that subordinate staff do likewise.
- Adhere to Aut Even Hospital Guidelines / Policies / Protocols.
- Work within their scope of practice and take measures to continuously develop and maintain a high standard of professional behaviour and be accountable for their practice.
- Provide and maintain a caring, efficient and highly professional nursing service to all patients in his / her care.
- 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 at all times.
- Assume responsibility for and coordinate the management of the ward area in the absence of the CNM I/CNM II.
- To undertake the role of mentor/buddy where requested and to facilitate the orientation and development of new staff.
Clinical Practice
Actively participate in anaesthetics, scrub, and circulating, PACU or endoscopy room duties as is required.
Qualifications & Experience:
Qualifications:
- Be registered in the General Division of the Register of Nurses kept by NMBI or be entitled to be so registered.
- Basic Life Support Training.
- 2 years Theatre or ICU Nursing experience.
- A relevant Theatre qualification is advantageous.
Salary: €38166.07- €56592.37 per annum based on a 37.5 hour work week (pro-rata to fixed term contact)
Candidates who are eligible for appointment as a Senior Nurse will be remunerated at the Senior Nurse salary.
Please note that UPMC will close this recruitment campaign when suitable candidates have been identified. We therefore encourage you to submit your application as early as possible.
A panel may be formed as a result of this campaign from which current and future vacancies may be filled.
Please contact Sinead on for queries relating to the recruitment process or role.
This job description is intended to be an outline of the areas of responsibility. As UPMC and the post holder develop, this job description may be subject to review in light of the changing needs of the business.
Equal Opportunity Statement and Benefits
UPMC is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
At UPMC we provide a total rewards program that is not only market competitive, but fair and provides growth opportunities for all our colleagues.
Benefits - Fully paid maternity and paternity leave for new parents. Competitive Pension Plan, company funded Death in Service Benefit x 3 times. Critical Illness cover for all employees up to the age of 66.
Performance and Recognition - Rewards for performance that supports the goals and mission of UPMC through our annual ACES programme.
Work-Life Balance - Enhanced annual leave up to a maximum of 27 days. Flexible working opportunities to support you to work around external family commitments.
Development and Career Opportunities - Opportunities for each employee to reach their career goals through continued learning and/or advancement.
About UPMC
UPMC is a renowned multinational academic medical centre committed to delivering people-focused care that's close to home. Headquartered in Pittsburgh and affiliated with the University of Pittsburgh Schools of the Health Sciences, UPMC shapes the future of health through clinical and technological innovation, research and education. UPMC expands its expertise globally, bringing world-class care across continents through its UPMC International division - an owned and operated network of hospitals and ambulatory care centres in Italy, Ireland and Croatia. UPMC International brings new access to the signature specialty services of UPMC Hillman Cancer Centre, UPMC Sports Medicine and others to more people in more places around the world.
In Ireland UPMC has provided high-quality healthcare in the South East since 2006. UPMC's operations in Ireland now include UPMC Whitfield Hospital in Waterford, UPMC Sports Surgery Clinic in Dublin, UPMC Kildare Hospital in Clane, and UPMC Aut Even Hospital in Kilkenny. Outpatient care is available at the UPMC Carlow Outreach Centre, UPMC Hillman Cancer Centre radiotherapy locations in Waterford and Cork, UPMC The 4th Practice in Mallow, and across UPMC Sports Medicine Clinics in Dublin, Waterford, Limerick, Tipperary, Cork, and Mayo. UPMC has also established a nationwide Concussion Network. UPMC's Global Technology Operation Centre is based in Kilkenny.
