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The Opportunity : Clinical Nurse Manager (CNM1) - Co. Clare (46 Bedded Residential Care Home)
TTM Healthcare in partnership with their client Mowlam Healthcare are currently recruiting a full time Clinical Nurse Manager for a 46 bedded Residential Care Home based in Kilrush Co. Clare.
Location : The Care home is located on the West Coast of Clare 12 minutes from Kilkee and Doonbeg and 4 minutes from Cappagh Pier.
What does this role entail?
Clinical Practice
To ensure the delivery of the highest standards of nursing and social care which meet the individual needs of each resident by:
Ensuring that the home policies and best clinical standards are always practiced.
Working with different staff members in all areas to ensure that standards are maintained. Identify areas that may be of concern and follow up with the Director of Nursing to put action plans put in place.
Reviewing residents with pressure sores /sustained falls / clinically unwell, through clinical practices and documentation to ensure appropriate management plan is in place.
Troubleshoot any ongoing clinical issues and non-clinical issues and escalating to the Director of Nursing.
Perform comprehensive assessments of residents and monitor ongoing assessments and modifications.
Medication Management
Supervise medication administration and compliance by nursing staff.
Order monthly stock and compile monthly stock inventory.
Review medication audits with Director of Nursing and improve standards.
Liaise with GPs and pharmacy with regards to medication reviews and audits.
Staff Supervision & Training
Work alongside and be a visible presence with the Staff Nurses and Care Assistants.
Participate in Training & Development/Performance Appraisal for Staff Nurses and Care Assistants in conjunction with the Director of Nursing.
Work with Care Assistants, ensuring that they have a professional, yet caring approach to the residents, and that they provide a high standard of direct care.
Ensure the implementation of the Named Nurse and Named Care Assistant practice and monitor the effectiveness of individuals in relation to their assigned residents.
Assess training needs in conjunction with the Director of Nursing and implement in house training, such as infection control, palliative care, understanding challenging behaviour.
Auditing
Review recent admissions ensuring appropriate assessments, planning implementation and evaluation of care is documented.
In addition to observing practice, the CNM also monitors standards of cleanliness and hygiene, and fosters an effective working relationship and good communication between Staff Nurses, Care Assistants, and housekeeping staff.
Responsible for ensuring environmental and hand hygiene audits are carried out regularly and thoroughly and that action plans are implemented and sustained.
Responsible for carrying out of medication audits, health & safety audits, risk assessments and drawing up risk management plans in conjunction with the Director of Nursing.
Responsible for auditing Epicare and for addressing any issues in relation to documentation in association with Staff Nurses and Care Assistants (Touch screen).
Residents/Relatives - Person Centre
Interact and support residents and families daily. The CNM is a key point of contact for all relatives and visitors and an ambassador for the home.
Ensure that complaints are swiftly deal with at the point of contact.
Management
Ability to assist with all the Director of Nursing responsibilities to effectively take on the role when covering for annual leave.
Be responsible for daily activities including checking and managing rosters when required, attending handovers, reviewing resident progress
Support and develop clinical practice through a hands-on approach with Staff Nurses and Care Assistants in the delivery of care.
Implement Company Health and Safety Policy to safeguard the safety and welfare of staff, residents and others.
Qualifications, Skills and Attributes:
BSc in General Nursing or equivalent.
Previous managerial training / experience is an advantage.
Registered on the NMBI live register.
Excellent Leadership, Organisational and Communication skills.
Sound decision making ability.
Ability to motivate self and others and work on own initiative.
Ability to work well and promote a team environment.
Results driven.
Benefits :
Further education support
Paid training days
Paid Breaks
Minimum of 39 hour contracts
Premiums for working Sundays
Subsidised canteen
Uniform supplied (top)
Double time for bank holidays
Provide a death in service benefit
The Contact :
Please call Brenda on 01-5136740 or email your cv in confidence to brenda.freeney@ttmhealthcare.com
TTM Healthcare Solutions is an Equal Opportunities Employer
Expired job
Clinical Nurse Manager - Clare
| Location | Kilrush |
| Job-type | Permanent |
| Salary | €24 - €26 per hour |
| Contact | Brenda Freeney |
| email Brenda | |
| Reference | J358999 |
| Date Published | about 1 year ago |
TTM Healthcare in partnership with their client Mowlam Healthcare are currently recruiting a full time Clinical Nurse Manager for a 46 bedded Residential Care Home based in Kilrush Co. Clare.
Location : The Care home is located on the West Coast of Clare 12 minutes from Kilkee and Doonbeg and 4 minutes from Cappagh Pier.
What does this role entail?
Clinical Practice
To ensure the delivery of the highest standards of nursing and social care which meet the individual needs of each resident by:
Ensuring that the home policies and best clinical standards are always practiced.
Working with different staff members in all areas to ensure that standards are maintained. Identify areas that may be of concern and follow up with the Director of Nursing to put action plans put in place.
Reviewing residents with pressure sores /sustained falls / clinically unwell, through clinical practices and documentation to ensure appropriate management plan is in place.
Troubleshoot any ongoing clinical issues and non-clinical issues and escalating to the Director of Nursing.
Perform comprehensive assessments of residents and monitor ongoing assessments and modifications.
Medication Management
Supervise medication administration and compliance by nursing staff.
Order monthly stock and compile monthly stock inventory.
Review medication audits with Director of Nursing and improve standards.
Liaise with GPs and pharmacy with regards to medication reviews and audits.
Staff Supervision & Training
Work alongside and be a visible presence with the Staff Nurses and Care Assistants.
Participate in Training & Development/Performance Appraisal for Staff Nurses and Care Assistants in conjunction with the Director of Nursing.
Work with Care Assistants, ensuring that they have a professional, yet caring approach to the residents, and that they provide a high standard of direct care.
Ensure the implementation of the Named Nurse and Named Care Assistant practice and monitor the effectiveness of individuals in relation to their assigned residents.
Assess training needs in conjunction with the Director of Nursing and implement in house training, such as infection control, palliative care, understanding challenging behaviour.
Auditing
Review recent admissions ensuring appropriate assessments, planning implementation and evaluation of care is documented.
In addition to observing practice, the CNM also monitors standards of cleanliness and hygiene, and fosters an effective working relationship and good communication between Staff Nurses, Care Assistants, and housekeeping staff.
Responsible for ensuring environmental and hand hygiene audits are carried out regularly and thoroughly and that action plans are implemented and sustained.
Responsible for carrying out of medication audits, health & safety audits, risk assessments and drawing up risk management plans in conjunction with the Director of Nursing.
Responsible for auditing Epicare and for addressing any issues in relation to documentation in association with Staff Nurses and Care Assistants (Touch screen).
Residents/Relatives - Person Centre
Interact and support residents and families daily. The CNM is a key point of contact for all relatives and visitors and an ambassador for the home.
Ensure that complaints are swiftly deal with at the point of contact.
Management
Ability to assist with all the Director of Nursing responsibilities to effectively take on the role when covering for annual leave.
Be responsible for daily activities including checking and managing rosters when required, attending handovers, reviewing resident progress
Support and develop clinical practice through a hands-on approach with Staff Nurses and Care Assistants in the delivery of care.
Implement Company Health and Safety Policy to safeguard the safety and welfare of staff, residents and others.
Qualifications, Skills and Attributes:
BSc in General Nursing or equivalent.
Previous managerial training / experience is an advantage.
Registered on the NMBI live register.
Excellent Leadership, Organisational and Communication skills.
Sound decision making ability.
Ability to motivate self and others and work on own initiative.
Ability to work well and promote a team environment.
Results driven.
Benefits :
Further education support
Paid training days
Paid Breaks
Minimum of 39 hour contracts
Premiums for working Sundays
Subsidised canteen
Uniform supplied (top)
Double time for bank holidays
Provide a death in service benefit
The Contact :
Please call Brenda on 01-5136740 or email your cv in confidence to brenda.freeney@ttmhealthcare.com
TTM Healthcare Solutions is an Equal Opportunities Employer
Expired job