Clinical Nurse Manager III Cardiology Services
Job Summary
- Provide strategic and operational leadership for Cardiology Services ensuring the delivery of safe effective and patient-centred care.
- Lead manage and support nursing and multidisciplinary teams within the cardiology department.
- Oversee the planning implementation and evaluation of cardiology services to ensure compliance with clinical standards policies and regulatory requirements.
- Promote excellence in patient care across all cardiology specialties including inpatient outpatient diagnostic and interventional services.
- Manage staffing resources workforce planning rostering and performance management within the department.
- Monitor and maintain quality assurance risk management infection prevention and patient safety initiatives.
- Collaborate with cardiologists senior management and multidisciplinary teams to develop and enhance cardiology services.
- Lead service improvement projects audits and evidence-based practice initiatives to improve patient outcomes.
- Ensure efficient utilisation of resources budgets equipment and clinical supplies.
- Support staff development through education mentorship clinical supervision and performance reviews.
- Participate in policy development strategic planning and organisational change management.
- Manage patient flow and ensure effective coordination of care across the cardiology service.
- Maintain accurate records reports and key performance indicators (KPIs) as required.
- Act as a clinical expert and resource for nursing staff patients and families within the cardiology specialty.
- Foster a culture of care compassion professionalism and continuous quality improvement.
- Registered on the General Division of the Register of Nurses maintained by the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland (NMBI).
- Minimum of 5 years post-registration nursing experience preferably within a Cardiology Unit Coronary Care Unit (CCU) or Cardiac Catheterisation Laboratory.
- At least 2 years management or leadership experience in a cardiology-related clinical setting.
- Completion of a recognised management training programme with demonstrated leadership and people management skills.
- Proven clinical competence professional credibility and the ability to deliver high-quality patient-centred care.
- Excellent communication interpersonal and organisational skills with the ability to engage effectively with patients staff and multidisciplinary teams.
- Strong IT proficiency and experience using relevant healthcare information systems and applications.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently manage competing priorities and perform effectively under pressure.
- Knowledge of healthcare accreditation standards quality improvement initiatives clinical governance and risk management processes including incident investigation and reporting.
- Desirable: Degree-level qualification (or higher) in a relevant specialty ACLS certification evidence of ongoing professional development and the ability to lead service development implement change and improve nursing practice.
- Employee Assistance Program
- Learning and Development Support.
- Defined Contribution
- Pension Scheme
- Maternity Leave
Required Skills:
Registered on the General Division of the Register of Nurses maintained by the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland (NMBI). Minimum of 5 years post-registration nursing experience preferably within a Cardiology Unit Coronary Care Unit (CCU) or Cardiac Catheterisation Laboratory. At least 2 years management or leadership experience in a cardiology-related clinical setting. Completion of a recognised management training programme with demonstrated leadership and people management skills. Proven clinical competence professional credibility and the ability to deliver high-quality patient-centred care. Excellent communication interpersonal and organisational skills with the ability to engage effectively with patients staff and multidisciplinary teams. Strong IT proficiency and experience using relevant healthcare information systems and applications. Demonstrated ability to work independently manage competing priorities and perform effectively under pressure. Knowledge of healthcare accreditation standards quality improvement initiatives clinical governance and risk management processes including incident investigation and reporting. Desirable: Degree-level qualification (or higher) in a relevant specialty ACLS certification evidence of ongoing professional development and the ability to lead service development implement change and improve nursing practice.