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Senior Physiotherapists in the following clinical areas: Stroke (1 WTE) / Respiratory (1 WTE) / Rehabilitation (0.5 WTE) Naas General Hospital (NGH) There is currently three permanent position available located in Physiotherapy Department, Naas General Hospital , Naas, Co Kildare in the following areas: 1 WTE Stroke: The post will provide physiotherapy services for stroke and traumatic brain injury (TBI), patients in the acute wards in NGH (and neurology OPD as service demands require). The successful staff member will work in collaboration with other staff within the neurology service, which would allow for staff rotation across in patient services and OPD services (as service demands require) 1 WTE Respiratory: This post will lead and coordinate the Physiotherapy services for the Respiratory Service in NGH. 0.5 WTE Rehabilitation: The post will provide physiotherapy services in the in patient general medicine & rehabilitation services. The successful staff member will work in collaboration with other staff within the in patient rehabilitation service (Day Hospital, Neurology Service and Fraility Intervention Team in ED) A panel may be formed as a result of this campaign in Naas General Hospital from which current and future, permanent and specificed purpose vacancies of full or part-time duration may be filled. Informal Enquiries Emma McGrane Physiotherapy Manager Naas General Hospital 045849507 / Emma.mcgrane@hse.ie Purpose of the Post Stroke:
Supplier Auditor
Your recipe for a rewarding career starts here! About Us Established in 1985, Dawn Farms is a family-owned company and the largest dedicated supplier of cooked meat and plant-based ingredients and fermented and dried sausage products outside of the US. The company currently supplies world-leading food brands across more than 44 markets, including the UK, Europe, Asia and Africa. With over 1,000 employees we are committed to meeting the needs of our customers in a safe, innovative and sustainable way, all while strengthening the communities where they live and work. Job Purpose Dawn Farms is currently seeking for Supplier Auditor to join our Technical Department to be based in our HQ Offices in Naas, Co. Kildare . The role is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Food Technologist. You will need a strong background in Technical Management, with experience and exposure across a variety of food industries with a preference for meat industry experience. You will be part of a core Audit team focusing on the supplier base for the business Capable of working on your own initiative, you’ll audit a comprehensive range vendor sites. The ideal candidaite will be a food committed professional, with a good level of factory technical management and quality systems experience, who can work proactively with suppliers to add value, whilst optimizing quality and continuous improvement. Working Hours: Mon. - Fri. 8am – 5pm (will vary due to travel) Salary Range: DOE Role Responsibilities & Duties
Customer Interface Graduate
Your recipe for a rewarding career starts here! Job Purpose Dawn Farms is currently seeking a Customer Interface Graduate to join our Customer Interface Department to be based in our head offices in Naas, Co. Kildare . The Customer Interface Graduate will manage manage customer needs and expectations from point of receipt of an order right through our Supply Chain liaising with Procurement, planning, QA, Cold Stores, Logistics and Accounts, until receipt of payment from our customer. Positions: Full-Time, Fixed Term 2 years. Location: Naas, Co. Kildare, Ireland. Salary: DOE Working Hours: 39 hours per week, Mon. - Fri. 8am - 5pm (some flexibility required) Key Duties and Responsibilities: 'Dawn Farm Foods Ltd. is an equal opprtunities employer'.
Clinical Nurse Specialist
The successful candidate will work as a key member of the multidisciplinary mental health team providing a patient / client centred quality service to patients / clients and this specialist practice will encompass a major clinical focus which comprises assessment, planning, delivery and evaluation of care given to patients / clients and their families. Caseload The Clinical Nurse Specialist (Crisis Intervention in Mental Health) will focus on the following patient / client groups who are: · Over the age of 18. · Referred by GP experiencing an acute mental health problem or distress. Referred by another member of the Community mental health team experiencing an acute mental health problem or distress. Please ensure you download, save and read the Job Specification & Additional Campaign Information. Both of these documents are located at the bottom of this advertisement. We strongly recommend that you read the Job Specification associated with post before completing your application form. A guide to completing competency questions is available in Appendix 1 attached at the bottom of this advertisement. It is strongly recommended that you read the guide before completing this section of your application form. All question areas must be completed. Clearly describe what type of person you want - Explain clearly the main points of the job which may include key responsibilities, functions and duties; education and experience requirements; and any other pertinent information (i.e. scheduling requirements, travel, etc) For any queries or technical issues please contact aoife.o.mahony4@hse.ie
CHW Clinical Nurse Specialist Mental Health
Clinical Nurse Specialist Mental Health Intellectual Disability Job Specification & Terms and Conditions Job Title, Grade Clinical Nurse Specialist Mental Health (Intellectual Disability) Grade Code 2625 Remuneration The salary scale for the post as at 01/01/2024 is: €58,485 €59,455 €60,273 €61,611 €63,089 €64,540 €65,991 €67,625 €69,143 Salary Scales are updated periodically and the most up to date versions can be found here: https://healthservice.hse.ie/staff/benefits-services/pay/pay-scales.html Competition Reference CHW026-CNSID-2024 Whole Time Equivalent 1 Closing Date Tuesday 14th May 2024 at 12 noon Proposed Interview date(s) As soon as possible following the closing date Taking up Appointment A start date will be indicated at job offer stage. Location of Post/ Organisational Area There are currently two permanent, whole-time vacancies available in Community Healthcare West. A panel may be formed as a result of this campaign for CNS Mental Health, Intellectual Disability, Community Healthcare West from which current and future, permanent and specified purpose vacancies of full or part-time duration may be filled Informal Enquiries P.J. Rainey, Area Director of Nursing, St Mary’s Headquarters, Castlebar, Co Mayo Email: pj.rainey@hse.ie Phone: 094 9042040 Helen Earley, Area Director of Nursing, Dept of Psychiatry, Roscommon University Hospital, Co Roscommon Email: helen.earley@hse.ie Phone: 090 6632397 Details of Service Community Healthcare West – Mayo Mental Health Services Mayo Mental Health Services provide specialist assessment, care and treatment, for adults and older people. Services are provided in a number of different settings including; the individual’s own home, approved centres, outpatient clinics, community mental health centres and medium and low-support community residences. These services are delivered by staff from a range of disciplines including psychiatric nurses, clinical psychologists, psychiatrists, social workers, occupational therapists, and support staff in line with A Vision for Change & Sharing the Vision document. The strategy documents set out how services should be structured and delivered in Ireland and in conjunction with our voluntary partners to ensure the meaningful involvement of the service user in the management and delivery of a recovery focused mental health service in line with Vision for Change & Sharing the Vision document. Mayo Mental Health Services are committed to working towards the development of a recovery orientated service that acknowledges the unique nature of each service users’ journey to wellness and health. The focus is on providing assessment and treatment at the least complex level. Mayo Mental Health Services is a community based service. Each Community Mental Health Team is led by a Consultant Psychiatrist. In addition a Consultant Psychiatrist leads Psychiatry of Old Age, Rehabilitation and Recovery service and a Consultant Psychiatrist also leads Mental Health with Intellectual Disability. Mental Health of Intellectual Disability (MHID) Service is a specialist service within Mayo Mental Health Services. Its aims to provide optimal mental health care for adults with a significant intellectual disability and mental illness/suspected mental disorder, with an associated level of complexity that requires input from a MHID service. This includes persons with a diagnosis of moderate, severe and profound intellectual disability. Specifically, the MHID service offers: Multi-disciplinary assessment, formulation and interventions that are person-centred, recovery focused and bases on a bio-psycho-social model. The MHID service is typically provided in the community with outpatient clinics, as well as home and service visits offered as appropriate. The MHID team will also continue to provide assessment and intervention to a person should they require admission to the Adult Mental Health Unit, Mayo University Hospital. The CNS in Mental Health of Intellectual Disability is an integrate part of this community bases team. Community Healthcare West – Galway/Roscommon Mental Health Services East Galway MHID services provides care to residents in a number of houses and independent living settings in Ballinasloe and surrounding area. The service user care model is in transition to a social care model. Service Users have varying levels of intellectual, mental health and physical care needs. The Multi-Disciplinary Team lead by the treating consultant provides input from nursing and allied health professionals to deliver a plan of care which reflects the choice and preference of the service user. Multi-disciplinary Team meetings are held weekly in St Brigids Campus Ballinasloe The Service is committed to delivery Person Centred Care in theory and in practice. Person Centred Care is a way of thinking and doing things that sees the person using health and social services as equal partners in planning, developing and monitoring care to make sure it meets their needs. This means putting people and their families at the centre of decisions and seeing them as experts working alongside professionals to get the best outcomes. Person Centred Planning may be defined as a way of discovering how a person wants to live their life and what is required to make that possible. Galway/Roscommon MHS is committed to care delivery underpinned by these values. Reporting Relationship The professional reporting relationship is to the relevant Nursing/Midwifery Line Manager. The clinical reporting relationship is to the senior clinical decision maker who has responsibility for the service /service user. Key Working Relationships to include but not limited to The CNS will work collaboratively with a range of internal and external stakeholders including: Director/Assistant Director of Nursing/Midwifery/Line Manager CNS’s, RANP/RAMP’s and other nursing grades Multidisciplinary Team colleagues and other key stakeholders within services, including National Clinical and Integrated Care Programmes Service users/families and/or carers Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland Educational Bodies Nursing and Midwifery Planning and Development Units Centres of Nursing and Midwifery Education National Clinical Leadership Centre Other relevant statutory and non-statutory organisations Purpose of the Post The post of Clinical Nurse Specialist Mental Health Intellectual Disability — MHID has a pivotal role in the delivery of effective, recovery orientated, high quality, team based, integrated care for individuals over 18 years of age with comorbid intellectual disability and mental health problems. The purpose of the post is the delivery of care in line with on the five core concepts of Clinical Nurse Specialist role as defined by the NCNM 4th edition (2008) in order to fulfil the role. The concepts are: · Clinical Focus (Direct and Indirect Care) · Service user/client Advocacy · Education and Training · Audit and Research · Consultancy (including leadership in clinical practice) The CNS post holder will deliver care in line with the five core concepts of the role set out in the Framework for the Establishment of Clinical Nurse/Midwife Specialist Posts, 4th edition, National Council for the Professional Development of Nursing and Midwifery (NCNM) 2008. Caseload The CNS will focus on the following service user group: Adults with a significant intellectual disability and mental illness/suspected mental disorder, with an associated level of complexity that requires input from a MHID service. The CNS MHID (Mental Health Intellectual Disability) will manage a caseload of service users having responsibility for organising home visits, supporting families and carers on management strategies, psycho-education and liaising with respite and day services as required. Health and Safety These duties must be performed in accordance with local organisational and the HSE health and safety polices. In carrying out these duties the employee must ensure that effective safety procedures are in place to comply with the Health, Safety and Welfare at Work Act (2005). Staff must carry out their duties in a safe and responsible manner in line with the local policy documents and as set out in the local safety statement, which must be read and understood. · Have a working knowledge of the Health Information and Quality Authority (HIQA) Standards as they apply to the role for example, Standards for Healthcare, National Standards for the Prevention and Control of Healthcare Associated Infections, Hygiene Standards etc.and comply with associated HSE protocols for implementing and maintaining these standards as appropriate to the role. · To support, promote and actively participate in sustainable energy, water and waste initiatives to create a more sustainable, low carbon and efficient health service. Quality, Risk and Safety Responsibilities I t is the responsibility of all staff to: · Participate and cooperate with legislative and regulatory requirements with regard to quality, risk and safety · Participate and cooperate with local quality, risk and safety initiatives as required · Adequately identifies, assesses, manages and monitors risk within their area of responsibility · Participate and cooperate with internal and external evaluations of the organisation’s structures, services and processes as required, including but not limited to, The National Hygiene Audit, National Decontamination Audit, Health and Safety Audits and other audits specified by the HSE or other regulatory authority · Initiate, support and implement nursing/midwifery quality improvement initiatives in their area which are in keeping with local organisational quality, risk and safety requirement · Contribute specialist expertise to the development of PPPGs and safe professional practice and adhere to relevant legislation, regulations and standards · Comply with Health Service Executive (HSE) Complaints Policy · Respond immediately and appropriately to ensure the safety of any service user that you are aware has been put at risk · Ensure completion of incident/near miss forms and clinical risk reporting · Adhere to department policies in relation to the care and safety of any equipment supplied and used to carry out the responsibilities of the CNS in MHID Care Specific Responsibility for Best Practice in Hygiene Hygiene is defined as: “The practice that serves to keep people and environments clean and prevent infection. It involves the study of preserving one’s health, preventing the spread of disease, and recognising, evaluating and controlling health hazards. In the healthcare setting it incorporates the following key areas: environment and facilities, hand hygiene, catering, management of laundry, waste and sharps, and equipment“ (HIQA, 2008; P2) It is the responsibility of all staff to ensure compliance with local organisational hygiene standards, guidelines and practices. Management / Administration: · Provide an efficient, effective and high quality nursing/midwifery service, respecting the needs of each service user, family and/or carer · Effectively manage time and caseloadin order to meet changing and developing service needs · Continually monitor the nursing/midwifery service to ensure it reflects current service user and organisational needs · Implement and manage identified changes · Ensure that confidentiality in relation to service user records is maintained · Understand the need to represent the specialist nursing/midwifery service at local, national and international fora as required · Maintain accurate and contemporaneous records and data on all matters pertaining to the planning, management, delivery and evaluation of nursing/midwifery specialist care and ensure that this service is in line with HSE requirements. · Contribute to the service planning process as appropriate and as directed by the Director of Nursing/Midwifery/Line Manager To support, promote and actively participate in sustainable energy, water and waste initiatives to create a more sustainable, low carbon and efficient health service. The above Job Description is not intended to be a comprehensive list of all duties involved and consequently, the post holder may be required to perform other duties as appropriate to the post which may be assigned to them from time to time and to contribute to the development of the post while in office. Eligibility Criteria Qualifications and/or experience Candidates must have at the latest date of application: 1. Professional Qualifications, Experience, etc i) Be a registered nurse/midwife on the active Register of Nurses and Midwives held by An Bord Altranais and Cnáimhseachais na hÉireann (Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland) or be eligible to be so registered. And ii) Be registered in the Psychiatric division(s) of the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland (Bord Altranais agus Cnáimhseachais na hÉireann) Register or be entitled to be so registered. Or In exceptional circumstances, which will be assessed on a case by case basis be registered in another Division of the register of Nurses and Midwives. And (iii) Have a minimum of 1 years’ post registration full time experience or an aggregate of 1 years’ full time experience in the division of the register in which the application is being made (taking into account (ii) (iii) if relevant) And (iv) Have a minimum of 1 years’ experience or an aggregate of 1 years’ full time experience in specialist area of Intellectual Disability Care And (v) Have successfully completed a post registration programme of study, as certified by the education provider which verifies that the applicant has achieved a Quality and Qualifications Ireland (QQI), National Framework of Qualifications (NFQ) major academic Level 9 or higher award that is relevant to the specialist area of Intellectual Disability care (equivalent to 60 ECTS or above), and in line with the requirements for specialist practice as set out by the National Council for Nursing and Midwifery 4th ed (2008). Alternatively provide written evidence from the Higher Education Institute that they have achieved the number of ECTS credits equivalent to a Level 9 or higher standard, relevant to the specialist area of Intellectual Disability care (equivalent to 60 ECTS or above), and in line with the requirements for specialist practice as set out by the National Council for Nursing and Midwifery 4th ed (2008). Intellectual Disability area of care prior to application* (See **Note below). And (vi) Be required to demonstrate that they have continuing professional development (CPD) relevant to the specialist area. (vii) Have the ability to practice safely and effectively fulfilling his/her professional responsibility within his/her scope of practice ** Note 1: For Nurses/Midwives who express an interest in CNS roles and who currently hold a level 8 educational qualification in the specialist area (equivalent to 60 ECTS or above), this qualification will be recognised up to September 2026. 2. Annual registration (i) Practitioners must maintain live annual registration on the appropriate/relevant Division of the register of Nurses and Midwives maintained by the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland (Bord Altranais agus Cnáimhseachais na hÉireann) for the role. And (ii) Confirm annual registration with NMBI to the HSE by way of the annual Service user Safety Assurance Certificate (PSAC). 3. Health Candidates for and any person holding the office must be fully competent and capable of undertaking the duties attached to the office and be in a state of health such as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service. 4. Character Candidates for and any person holding the office must be of good character. Post Specific Requirements, additional qualifications and or experience required Demonstrate a depth and breadth of Mental Health Nursing and care of the adult with a significant Intellectual Disability. Demonstrate the necessary level of professional knowledge and experience across a wide range of disorders and the management and care of these, across a number of settings including but not limited to: Inpatients Continuing Care Promoting Independent Living Rehabilitation Managing Challenging Behaviours Security & Risk Deliberate Self Harm Have undertaken or agree to undertake, within an agreed timeframe, the Nurse Prescribing of Medicinal Products Certificate. Formally apply for entry onto the Interim ONMSD CNS database (until the database is transferred to its permanent location) Essential Skills, competencies and/or knowledge Professional Knowledge and Experience The CNS will: · Practice in accordance with relevant legislation and with regard to The Scope of Nursing & Midwifery Practice Framework (Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland, 2015) and the Code of Professional Conduct and Ethics for Registered Nurses and Registered Midwives (Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland, 2021) · Maintain a high standard of professional behaviour and be professionally accountable for actions/omissions. Take measures to continuously develop and maintain the competences required for specialist practice · Adhere to the Nursing & Midwifery values of Care, Compassion and Commitment (DoH, 2016) · Adhere to national, regional and local HSE PPPGs · Demonstrate practitioner competence and professionalism as it related to CNS. · Demonstrate an awareness of current and emerging nursing strategies and policy in relation to the clinical/specialist area. · Demonstrate the ability to relate nursing research to nursing practice. · Demonstrate an awareness of HR policies and procedures including disciplinary procedures. · Demonstrate an awareness of relevant legislation and policy e.g., health and safety, infection control etc. · Demonstrate a commitment to continuing professional development. · Demonstrate a willingness to develop IT skills relevant to the role. Demonstrate: · An in-depth knowledge of the role of the CNS Intellectual Disability · In-depth knowledge of the pathophysiology of MHID · The ability to undertake a comprehensive assessment of the patient with including taking an accurate history of their MHID condition and presenting problem. · The ability to employ appropriate diagnostic interventions including (name some of these) to support clinical decision making and the patients’ self- management planning. · The ability to formulate a plan of care based on findings and evidence based standards of care and practice guidelines. · The ability to follow up and evaluate a plan of care. · Knowledge of health promotion principles/coaching/self-management strategies that will enable service user/client to take greater control over decisions and actions that affect their health and wellbeing. · An understanding of the principles of clinical governance and risk management as they apply directly to the CNS role and the wider health service. · Evidence of teaching in the clinical area. · A working knowledge of audit and research processes. · Evidence of computer skills including use of Microsoft Word, Excel, E- mail, PowerPoint. Organisation and Management Skills: Demonstrate: · Evidence of effective organisational skills including awareness of appropriate resource management and the importance of value for money · Ability to plan and organise effectively · Ability to attain designated nursing/midwifery service targets, manage deadlines and multiple activities · Ability to work autonomously · A willingness to be flexible in response to changing local/organisational requirements. Building & Maintaining Relationships including Team and Leadership skills Demonstrate: · The ability to work on own initiative as well as the ability to build and maintain relationships with MDT colleagues. · With the required support, demonstrate leadership in clinical practice · A knowledge of change management and team management skills · Adopts a collaborative approach to patient care by co-ordination of care/interventions and interdisciplinary team working. Commitment to providing a quality service: Demonstrate: · Awareness and respect for service user and family/carers’ views in relation to their care · A strong commitment to providing quality improvement programmes · The ability to conduct audits · Demonstrates integrity and ethical stance. · Demonstrate motivation, initiative and an innovative approach to job and service developments, is flexible and open to change. Analysing and Decision Making Demonstrate: · Adopts an overview of complex problems before generating solutions and anticipates implications · Effective analytical, problem solving and evidenced-based decision making skill · Uses a range of information sources and knows how to access relevant information to address issues. Communication and Interpersonal Skills Demonstrate: · Emotionally intelligent communication skills · Ability to build and maintain relationships particularly in the context of personal and team relationships · Ability to present information in a clear and concise manner · Ability to provide constructive feedback to encourage future learning · Demonstrates the ability to influence others effectively. Other requirements specific to the post Access to own transport as post will involve frequent travel Competition Specific Selection Process Short listing / Interview A ranking and or shortlisting exercise may be carried out on the basis of information supplied in your application form. The criteria for ranking and or shortlisting are based on the requirements of the post as outlined in the eligibility criteria and skills, competencies and/or knowledge section of this job specification. Therefore it is very important that you think about your experience in light of those requirements. Failure to include information regarding these requirements may result in you not being called forward to the next stage of the selection process. Those successful at the ranking stage of this process (where applied) will be placed on an order of merit and will be called to interview in ‘bands’ depending on the service needs of the organisation. Candidates who are successful at interview and subsequently meet the necessary registration requirements with NMBI will automatically be upgraded into the prepared Clinical Nurse/Clinical Midwife Specialist post. Diversity, Equality and Inclusion The HSE is an equal opportunities employer. Employees of the HSE bring a range of skills, talents, diverse thinking and experience to the organisation. The HSE believes passionately that employing a diverse workforce is central to its success – we aim to develop the workforce of the HSE so that it reflects the diversity of HSE service users and to strengthen it through accommodating and valuing different perspectives. Ultimately this will result in improved service user and employee experience. The HSE is committed to creating a positive working environment whereby all employees inclusive of age, civil status, disability, ethnicity and race, family status, gender, membership of the Traveller community, religion and sexual orientation are respected, valued and can reach their full potential. The HSE aims to achieve this through development of an organisational culture where injustice, bias and discrimination are not tolerated. The HSE welcomes people with diverse backgrounds and offers a range of supports and resources to staff, such as those who require a reasonable accommodation at work because of a disability or long term health condition. For further information on the HSE commitment to Diversity, Equality and Inclusion, please visit the Diversity, Equality and Inclusion web page at https://www.hse.ie/eng/staff/resources/diversity/ Code of Practice The Health Service Executive will run this campaign in compliance with the Code of Practice prepared by the Commission for Public Service Appointments (CPSA). The CPSA is responsible for establishing the principles that should be followed when making an appointment. These are set out in the CPSA Code of Practice. The Code outlines the standards that should be adhered to at each stage of the selection process and sets out the review and appeal mechanisms open to candidates should they be unhappy with a selection process. The CPSA Code of Practice can be accessed via https://www.cpsa.ie/ . The reform programme outlined for the health services may impact on this role and as structures change the job description may be reviewed. This job description is a guide to the general range of duties assigned to the post holder. It is intended to be neither definitive nor restrictive and is subject to periodic review with the employee concerned. Clinical Nurse Specialist Mental Health, Intellectual Disability Terms and Conditions of Employment Tenure The current vacancies available are permanent and whole time. The post is pensionable. A panel may be created from which permanent and specified purpose vacancies of full or part time duration may be filled. The tenure of these posts will be indicated at “expression of interest” stage. Appointment as an employee of the Health Service Executive is governed by the Health Act 2004 and the Public Service Management (Recruitment and Appointments) Act 2004 and Public Service Management (Recruitment and Appointments) Amendment Act 2013. Remuneration The salary scale for the post as at 01/01/2024 is: €58,485 €59,455 €60,273 €61,611 €63,089 €64,540 €65,991 €67,625 €69,143 New appointees to any grade start at the minimum point of the scale. Incremental credit will be applied for recognised relevant service in Ireland and abroad (Department of Health Circular 2/2011). Incremental credit is normally granted on appointment, in respect of previous experience in the Civil Service, Local Authorities, Health Service and other Public Service Bodies and Statutory Agencies Working Week The standard working week applying to the post is to be confirmed at Job Offer stage. Annual Leave The annual leave associated with the post will be confirmed at contracting stage and is in accordance with HSE Policy. Superannuation This is a pensionable position with the HSE. The successful candidate will upon appointment become a member of the appropriate pension scheme. Pension scheme membership will be notified within the contract of employment. Members of pre-existing pension schemes who transferred to the HSE on the 01st January 2005 pursuant to Section 60 of the Health Act 2004 are entitled to superannuation benefit terms under the HSE Scheme which are no less favourable to those which they were entitled to at 31st December 2004. Age The Public Service Superannuation (Age of Retirement) Act, 2018* set 70 years as the compulsory retirement age for public servants. * Public Servants not affected by this legislation: Public servants joining the public service, or re-joining the public service with a 26 week break in service, between 1 April 2004 and 31 December 2012 (new entrants) have no compulsory retirement age. Public servants, joining the public service or re-joining the public service after a 26 week break, after 1 January 2013 are members of the Single Pension Scheme and have a compulsory retirement age of 70. Probation Every appointment of a person who is not already a permanent officer of the Health Service Executive or of a Local Authority shall be subject to a probationary period of 12 months as stipulated in the Department of Health Circular No.10/71. Protection of Children Guidance and Legislation The welfare and protection of children is the responsibility of all HSE staff. You must be aware of and understand your specific responsibilities under the Children First Act 2015, the Protections for Persons Reporting Child Abuse Act 1998 in accordance with Section 2, Children First National Guidance and other relevant child safeguarding legislation and policies. Some staff have additional responsibilities such as Line Managers, Designated Officers and Mandated Persons. You should check if you are a Designated Officer and / or a Mandated Person and be familiar with the related roles and legal responsibilities. For further information, guidance and resources please visit: HSE Children First webpage . Infection Control Have a working knowledge of Health Information and Quality Authority (HIQA) Standards as they apply to the role for example, Standards for Healthcare, National Standards for the Prevention and Control of Healthcare Associated Infections, Hygiene Standards etc. and comply with associated HSE protocols for implementing and maintaining these standards as appropriate to the role. Health & Safety It is the responsibility of line managers to ensure that the management of safety, health and welfare is successfully integrated into all activities undertaken within their area of responsibility, so far as is reasonably practicable. Line managers are named and roles and responsibilities detailed in the relevant Site Specific Safety Statement (SSSS). Key responsibilities include: · Developing a SSSS for the department/service[1], as applicable, based on the identification of hazards and the assessment of risks, and reviewing/updating same on a regular basis (at least annually) and in the event of any significant change in the work activity or place of work. · Ensuring that Occupational Safety and Health (OSH) is integrated into day-to-day business, providing Systems Of Work (SOW) that are planned, organised, performed, maintained and revised as appropriate, and ensuring that all safety related records are maintained and available for inspection. · Consulting and communicating with staff and safety representatives on OSH matters. · Ensuring a training needs assessment (TNA) is undertaken for employees, facilitating their attendance at statutory OSH training, and ensuring records are maintained for each employee. · Ensuring that all incidents occurring within the relevant department/service are appropriately managed and investigated in accordance with HSE procedures[2]. · Seeking advice from health and safety professionals through the National Health and Safety Function Helpdesk as appropriate. · Reviewing the health and safety performance of the ward/department/service and staff through, respectively, local audit and performance achievement meetings for example. Note: Detailed roles and responsibilities of Line Managers are outlined in local SSSS. [1] A template SSSS and guidelines are available on the National Health and Safety Function/H&S web-pages [2] See link on health and safety web-pages to latest Incident Management Policy
Senior Operator Grade Facility Cleaner
Job Title: Senior Operator Grade 2 Facility Cleaner Location: Craigavon Hours: 37.5 hours per week , rotating shift pattern Salary: Competitive Business Unit : Almac Pharma Services Open To : Internal and External Applicants The Role With a wealth of knowledge and experience, Almac Pharma Services have been manufacturing medicines in tablet, capsule and powder form for over 50 years. We also pack commercial drug products into bottles, blisters and sachets and provide specialised packaging solutions for medical kits, vials and syringes. The expert services we provide supports the provision of medicines and treatments to patients around the world. We are currently recruiting for a Senior Operator Grade 2 Facility Cleaner to join our highly skilled team. As a Senior Operator (Grade 2) you will be responsible for maintaining high standards of cleanliness in designated areas within the GMP manufacturing facility ensuring activities are carried out satisfying cGMP at all times. Tasks include; general cleaning of designated production areas including production corridors, toilets, changing areas and showers to a high standard as dictated by regulatory requirements, providing direction to other cleaners and assign their daily and weekly tasks and perfoming final sign off on cleaning completion and quality. Further details can be found in the attached job description. Reward A fantastic salary and benefits package is available, including annual bonus for all, generous holiday allowance, healthcare reimbursement scheme, and a rewarding role where the work you do will ultimately be contributing to the advancement of human health. Apply Now Apply online - please ensure your CV clearly outlines how you meet criteria for this role – refer to the job description attached to this advert for full details of the essential and desirable criteria required. Please upload your CV in PDF format where possible.
Commercial And Pricing Opportunities
Commerical and Pricing Opportunities Location: Craigavon Hours: 37.5 hours per week. Mon-Fri with core hours 10:00-16:00 Salary: Competitive Business Unit : Diagnostics Open To : Internal and External Applicants Ref No.: HRJOB9579 About Almac Diagnostics Almac Diagnostic Services is a stratified medicine business, specialising in biomarker-driven clinical trials. Our Diagnostic experience spans oncology, immunology, CNS, and infective diseases. Our focus is on the discovery, development, and commercialisation of companion diagnostic tests, and to facilitate biomarker clinical trial management and clinical test delivery from our CLIA-accredited laboratories. The Roles Almac are currently looking to build a talent pool of candidates to fill the following positions as they become available: · Pricing Administrator · Commercial Co-ordinator ***CVs will be assessed on an ongoing basis and a merit list will be compiled for future vacancies. Please ensure that your CV fully reflects the criteria required for the role or you may not be shortlisted*** Commercial Co-Ordinator (Finance officer) The Commercial Coordinator works to support pricing of service contracts, tenders and tariff implementation, performs cost and profit analysis. It involves working to tight timelines with the relevant technical teams to define the scope of the programme along with estimating the required cost in order to produce a proposal quotation for the client. The role requires good financial and analytical ability and advanced skills using Microsoft Excel. For further information, please see attached job description Please see attached job description for further details Pricing Administrator (business support officer) The Pricing Administrator is responsible for supporting the Business Development Team by generating standard quotations, maintaining the Customer Relationship Management (CRM) system and general administrative tasks. This role involves managing a varied workload and working to tight timelines and requires good numerical skills and proficiency in the use of Microsoft Excel. For further details please see attached job description. What we are looking for Pricing Administrator: 5 GCSEs (or equivalent) of grade C or above to include English and Maths along with previous experience in a busy office environment managing a varied workload Commercial coordinator: Degree or equivalent qualification in an accounting, finance, business or molecular biology discipline (significant experience in a similar role may be considered in lieu of degree requirement). You will also require advanced Microsoft Excel skills and experience in a commercial business environment The above is a summary of requirements. Candidates are advised to refer to the relevant attached job descriptions for a full list of essential and desirable criteria for the roles. Applicants must have eligibility to work in the UK OR possess a valid work permit that will allow you to take up full time, permanent employment in the UK Apply Now Apply online and tailor your CV to outline how you meet the role criteria. Please upload your CV in PDF format where possible. Closing Date We will no longer be accepting applications after 5pm on 12 May 2024 RECRUITMENT AGENCIES PLEASE NOTE: Almac will only accept applications from agencies/business partners that have been invited to work on this role by our Talent Acquisition team. Speculative candidate CV’s received or submitted directly to Hiring Managers will be considered unsolicited and no fee will be payable. Thank you for your cooperation.
Clinical Nurse Manager
The Clinical Nurse Manager 2 for the Renal Day Unit will have responsibility for managing and maintaining an environment which is always committed to ensuring a quality, safe and efficient care service experience for each patient. She/he will role model clinical and administrative expertise and will ensure compliance with regulatory, administrative and clinical standards, policies and procedures. She/he will supervise and coordinate care delivery in accordance with the vision, mission, philosophy, core values, evidenced based practice, and standards of the Mater Misericordiae University Hospital. To work in partnership with all staff members in the Renal service including the Directorate Nurse Manager, CNM3, Director of Nursing, Clinical Director /Specialty Consultants and the inter/trans-disciplinary teams to maintain , develop and improve patient centred, quality, safe care. Please see attached document for full job description. For Informal Enquiries: Paul Hynes <PaulHynes@mater.ie>
CNM Discharge Coordinator
Job Purpose/Role The role of the Discharge Co-Ordinator is to ensure, with the inter-disciplinary team members, efficient and effective patient flow process between admission and discharge within the hospital. He/she will facilitate prioritisation of investigations/procedures, in consultation with clinicians and relevant health care staff, as well as address other critical factors that may impact on decisions to discharge patients. A key component of this role includes the further development of existing liaison between the hospital and our community partners (including Public Health Nurses, Director of Nursing in Nursing Home’s, Health Service Executive, Post-Acute Care). The post holder will have responsibility for reviewing patients from our catchment area and elsewhere who frequently present at our Emergency Department for admission, with a view to specific care planning to support admission avoidance or expedited discharge. Informal Enquiries to: Heather Coetzee hcoetzee@mater.ie Please see attached job description for more information.
Basic Respiratory Physiologist
We are looking for respiratory physiologists to join our dynamic and growing team of Respiratory Physiologists working alongside a strong team of specialist respiratory nurses and 8 Respiratory Consultants. The Mater hospital is the National centre for heart and lung transplantation and pulmonary hypertension to name a few. So therefore you will have the opportunity to develop your skills in diagnosing a wide range of respiratory conditions from our unique patient cohorts. The PFT lab perform and report on a range of respiratory and sleep diagnostics procedures with scope for expanding our diagnostic capabilities. We currently perform and report on the following tests: · Spirometry & reversibility testing. · Full pulmonary function testing (including Plethysmography). · Methacholine challenge testing. · MIP, MEP & SNIP. · CPET. · Setup, analysis and scoring of limited sleep studies. · Skin Prick allergy testing. All physiologists in the lab will work between the hospital and in the integrated care hub in the community. Any query’s regarding the post don’t hesitate to contact the chief respiratory physiologist Ciarán Heatley @ cheatley@mater.ie
