Clinical Nurse Manager 2 - Step Down Unit
We are seeking a highly skilled and compassionate Clinical Nurse Manager 2 (CNM2) to join our dedicated healthcare team in Nenagh. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing the nursing team, ensuring high-quality patient care, and maintaining the unit's operational efficiency.
Key Responsibilities:
* Oversee the daily operations of the Step Down Unit, ensuring the delivery of high-quality patient care.
* Lead, manage, and support the nursing team, fostering a collaborative and positive work environment.
* Develop and implement policies, procedures, and protocols to maintain and improve patient care standards.
* Coordinate patient care plans, ensuring effective communication between multidisciplinary teams.
* Monitor patient outcomes and implement quality improvement initiatives as needed.
* Provide clinical expertise and guidance to nursing staff, ensuring adherence to best practices and clinical guidelines.
* Manage staff schedules, conduct performance evaluations, and identify training and development needs.
* Ensure compliance with healthcare regulations and standards.
* Promote a culture of patient safety, continuous improvement, and professional development within the unit.
Qualifications and Experience:
* Registered General Nurse (RGN) with active registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland (NMBI).
* Minimum of 5 years of post-registration nursing experience, with at least 2 years in a leadership or managerial role.
* Experience in a step down unit, rehabilitation, or similar healthcare setting is highly desirable.
* Strong leadership and team management skills, with the ability to motivate and inspire staff.
* Excellent clinical skills and a thorough understanding of patient care practices.
* Exceptional communication, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.
* Commitment to continuous professional development and quality improvement.
Benefits:
* Competitive salary and benefits package.
* Opportunities for professional growth and development.
* Supportive and collaborative work environment.
* Access to ongoing training and education programs.
* Employee wellness programs and support services.