Job Description
Job Title: Enhanced Staff Nurse - ICU Reports: Clinical Nurse Manager (CNM) Accountable: Director of Nursing 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. About the role As an ICU Staff Nurse you will be responsible for the provision of quality service in line with standards of ICU nursing practice. As a key member of the frontline team, the Staff Nurse in ICU will demonstrate strong clinical skills and facilitate effective communication with colleagues in the hospital. The position requires a collaborative and supportive approach to the development of services and structures, embracing continuous quality improvement and the implementation of changes necessary to achieve organisational objectives. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: Work as a member of the nursing team on day duty and perform duties as allocated by the Clinical Nurse Manager 2. Deliver skilled practical care to ICU patients and participate in the monitoring of the planning, delivery and evaluation of individualised patient care, ensuring a patient centred focus. Be aware of the multifaceted needs of ICU patients and provide a holistic support service for them and their families. Ensure that controlled drug records are kept in accordance with standard recognised legal and professional practice. Ensure safe practice is adhered to in the storage and administration of all drugs in accordance with local policy and Department of Health / NMBI guidelines, keeping patient and staff safety a priority. Supervise the nursing practice of less experienced staff members of the nursing team and participate in the educational aspects of that practice. Be aware of the multifaceted needs of emergency, medical and surgical patients and provide a holistic support service for them and their families. Keep accurate, comprehensive, up-dated records and written reports as required and guided by NMBI recommendations. Ensure correct and economical use of Unit stocks and material and the safe and correct use of all equipment. Ensure the safe keeping of patients belongings in accordance with hospital policy where necessary. Document all necessary care given on the Meditech Patient information system. Be in charge of the Ward/Unit when requested to do so in the CNMs absence. Be willing to be deployed to other areas of the hospital if requested to do so. Document and report to the CNM, in a timely and comprehensive manner, any incidents, accidents, near misses or complaints and participate in any subsequent investigation as requested. Participate in staff meetings, team meetings and committees as required. Promote a patient centred culture of openness and responsiveness to positive and constructive patient feedback and ensuring patient dignity, respect and choice is maintained in their care. Essential Requirements Be fully registered in the general division of the Register of Nurses maintained by NMBI Have at least two years recent relevant post-registration nursing experience (full-time or equivalent hours part-time) in an acute hospital setting and a minimum of two years nursing experience ICU or CCU nursing. Hold an up-to-date Basic Life Support course or be in pursuit of same. Required Skills Clinical Skills IT skills Quality focus Risk Management Clinical audit Team work Excellent interpersonal and communication skills 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: ICU Nursing ICU Nursing