Job Description
Blackrock Clinic is the leading and longest established private hospital and clinic in Ireland. Since it opened in the mid-1980s, the clinic has consistently built an unparalleled reputation in new high-tech surgical procedures, medical treatments, and ground-breaking diagnostics. Blackrock Clinic is now part of Blackrock Health private hospital group along with the Hermitage Clinic, Galway Clinic, and Limerick Clinic, some of the most advanced hospitals in Irish private healthcare. As a JCI accredited hospital, Blackrock Clinic is a progressive and pioneering hospital in which care for the patient is central to everything we do. Job TitleClinical Nurse Specialist - Rapid Cardiac Care Hours37.5 hours per week ROLE PURPOSE Blackrock Health Blackrock Clinic Rapid Cardiac Care service provides swift access to our team ofcardiologyspecialists. Rapid Cardiac Care means fast and expert medical care for patients with worrying, acute cardiac symptoms such as chest pain, dizziness, shortness of breath or a racing pulse rate.Patients have quick access to experienced doctors and cardiac specialists who can diagnose conditions. Our specialist team will review cases directly with one of our expert cardiac consultants. QUALIFICATIONS Registered in the general division of NMBI. Evidence of personal professional development. Experience in acute cardiology setting. Higher Diploma Cardiology Nursing. Management Experience. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Independently manage a group of patients whilst working as part of the multidisciplinary team, delivering individualised and personalised patient care. The post holder will work primarily in our acute cardiac assessment clinic. They will work in partnership with the consultant cardiologists, ED unit, William Stokes Ward Unit and the angiography unit. The post holder will provide skilled nursing assessment and care to patients referred to the Blackrock Clinic. The nurse specialist will develop and promote working relationships with other acute care facilities and general practitioner liaison facilitator to promote the service to GPs. The post holder will be a resource throughout the hospital in the care of cardiology patients. Demonstration of Innovation and leadership are essential for this role. In additional to clinical responsibility and full knowledge of the Domains of Competence as set down by NMBI, the post holder has a responsibility in direct and indirect care, patient advocacy, audit and research and management. Why work at the Blackrock Clinic? At the BlackrockClinic, we are passionate about our people and believe in their development and growth. As a member of the team you can benefit from: Competitive salary Onsite parking Pension Annual bonus* Discounted café Sports and Social club Employee Assistance Programme Discounted onsite pharmacy Please Note: Job descriptions are a reflection of the present service requirements and may be subject to review and amendments to meet the changing needs of the service. Please note that we reserve the right to close this vacancy early if sufficient applications are received. ? Blackrock Clinic is an Equal Opportunities employer, and we are committed to creating an environment that promotes equality and dignity at work. Blackrock Clinic is committed to providing reasonable accommodation when needed. Please advise if you have particular requirements, so that we can look into arranging reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process. You can contact us at It is essential that you have valid work permission for the Republic of Ireland to take up employment for this position, or in the case of critical skills, you must be eligible for a work permit. Skills: Cardiac Assessment Nurse Specialist Cardiology