What are the responsibilities and job description for the Clinical Nurse Manager III position at recruitNet?
RecruitNet International Ltd specialises in Healthcare recruitment for Domestic and Overseas candidates for Hospitals, Nursing Homes, Home care and Community care.
We are hiring a Clinical Nurse Manager III in a Hospital in Galway, Ireland.34.5 hour per week Part-Time permanent contract
Responsibilities
- Lead and coordinate the delivery of exceptional nursing care, ensuring high clinical standards and effective management of nursing services throughout the hospital.
- Oversee the implementation of hospital policies, procedures, and clinical guidelines while fostering a culture of patient safety, accountability, and professional excellence.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop, review, and implement evidence-based policies, protocols, and service improvements that enhance patient outcomes.
- Supervise patient flow and hospital operations during out-of-hours periods, ensuring efficient resource utilisation and achievement of agreed service performance targets.
- Provide expert clinical leadership during emergencies by supporting frontline staff, managing deteriorating patients, and ensuring timely communication and escalation when required.
- Promote continuous professional development by mentoring nursing staff, supporting clinical education, and encouraging the adoption of evidence-based nursing practices.
- Drive quality improvement initiatives through performance monitoring, data analysis, service evaluation, and the implementation of corrective actions to enhance patient care.
- Manage patient complaints, clinical concerns, and operational challenges promptly, identifying root causes and implementing sustainable solutions to improve service quality.
- Support strategic planning and organisational change by contributing to nursing service development, leading quality initiatives, and preparing reports to guide informed decision-making.
- Ensure full compliance with professional, regulatory, accreditation, and legislative requirements while actively participating in governance, quality assurance, and hospital committee activities.
Requirements
- Registered General Nurse (RGN) with current registration, or eligible for registration, with the Nursing & Midwifery Board of Ireland (NMBI).
- Minimum of 7 years' post-registration nursing experience, preferably within an acute hospital setting.
- Previous nursing management experience and/or a recognised management qualification is highly desirable.
- Excellent leadership, interpersonal, communication, organisational, and decision-making skills with the ability to lead multidisciplinary teams effectively.
- Demonstrated commitment to continuous professional development and maintaining up-to-date clinical knowledge and competencies.
- Ability to promote a culture of compassion, respect, accountability, and excellence while upholding the hospital's core values.
- Strong understanding of clinical governance, quality improvement, patient safety, and regulatory compliance within healthcare services.
- Capable of working collaboratively in a fast-paced environment, managing priorities, and responding effectively to clinical and operational challenges.
- Flexible to work a roster covering seven days per week, including out-of-hours duties, in line with service requirements.
- A relevant postgraduate qualification in Nursing Management, or active progression towards one, is an advantage.
Benefits
- Top pay and great working conditions
- Immediate Start, Full time Permanent
- Great professional development opportunity
- Continued education and training.