Clinical Skills Facilitator for Neonatal Unit (CNM2/CMM2)

Clinical Skills Facilitator for Neonatal Unit (CNM2/CMM2)

(NICU, NHDU andSCBU)

Job Specification & Terms and Conditions

Job Title and Grade / ClClinical Si Clinical Skills Facilitator - Neonatal (CMM2/CNM2)
(Grade Code 2119)
Campaign Reference / NRS1149
Closing Date / Wednesday, 25th June 2014 at 12 noon
Proposed interview
Date (s) / To be confirmed at a later date
Taking up Appointment / A start date will be indicated at job offer stage
Organisational Area / HSE Mid West
Location of Post / UniversityMaternityHospital- Limerick--Neonatal Unit
WTE / This is a 19.5 hours per week (0.5 WTE) post
Details of Service / UMH is a regional referral centre for maternity care operating as part of the UL Hospitals established in 2012. The Hospitals include University Hospital Limerick, UniversityMaternityHospital, Ennis, Nenagh, Croom and St. John’s hospitals which operate as one single hospital system of corporate and clinical governance.
UMH provides a twenty-four hour, seven-day Midwifery and Obstetric service for the region, including a 24-hour emergency service for all maternity emergencies.
The Neonatal unit is a tertiary referral unit with 19 funded cots including 4 Intensive Care, 5 High Dependency and 10 Special Care Cots.
The Neonatal Unit is a Specialist clinical placement site for midwifery training and is affiliated with the University of Limerick. Training provided includes the Post Registration Midwifery Programme and BSc Midwifery Degree (Direct Entry).
The Neonatal Unitis also a clinical placement site for the training of Medical Students from the GraduateMedicalEntrySchool, Faculty of Education and Health Sciences,University of Limerick.
The Neonatal Units of UMH, Limerick and Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital, Drogheda with the Coombe Women’s, National Maternity and Rotunda Neonatal Units work together to support Staff Midwives and Nurses in attending the Post Graduate Diploma in Neonatal Intensive Care Nursing, Royal College of Surgeons (RCSI), Ireland.
Accountable and
Responsible to / Directorate Nurse/Midwife Manager /or delegate
Reports to / Clinical Midwife/Nurse Manager 3
Purpose of the Post / The primary purpose of the post of the Clinical Skills Facilitator Neonatal is to provide clinical support, education and instruction to Midwives and Nurses in developing skills and competencies in order to fulfil their roles and responsibilities in the provision of care to the neonate.
A key element of this post is the clinical credibility of the post holder. It is envisaged that the post holder will be acknowledged as an excellent resource to professionals within the unit.
Principal Duties and Responsibilities / Professional /Clinical

Maintains competence in clinical practice by working with staff in Neonatal Intensive Care, Neonatal High Dependency, Neonatal Special Care and postnatal care of the baby.
Act as a reference source of clinical expertise for Neonatal care.
Be aware of advances in Neonatal Nursing practice and support implementation of new developments.
Participate in the identification, development, delivery and evaluation of education, training programmes for Neonatal Nursing Staff
Actively participate in educational programmes specifically designed for the development of Neonatal Staff and staff involved in the care of the newborn e.g.Neonatal Resuscitation including Megacode and STABLE Programmes
Ensure adherence to all standards and guidelines relating to professional Nursing/Midwifery practice according to Hospital Policies and the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland (NMBI)
Maintain a high level of professional and clinical leadership and conduct all duties in accordance with national and local policies
Work within a multidisciplinary team in the provision of a safe, effective, high quality service to babies and their families.
Ensure Neonatal care is provided to the highest professional standards using evidence based approach
Lead, facilitate and participate in audit of clinical practice and be responsible for the implementation of actions required by audit.
Encourage and participate in Nursing and Midwifery research as required
Be familiar with relevant National Report Recommendationsand Judicial Reports and be involved in the implementation of recommendations at local level.
Promote participation and advancement of the WHO ‘BabyFriendlyHospital’ Initiative
Maintain Neonatal Healthcare records ensuring that all documentation is maintained to the standard set by NMBI to a high standard according to the standards set by the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland (NMBI).
Promote the expansion of the role of the Neonatal Midwife/Nurse.

Health & Safety
The Clinical Skills Facilitator –Neonatal will:

Observe, report and take appropriate action on any matter which may be detrimental to staff and/or the neonate.
Ensure timely completion of clinical incident / near miss / clinical risk report forms
Participate in implementation and adherence to of established local and National policies and procedures e.g. infection prevention and control, NICE guidelines
Adhere to departmentlocal policies in relation to the care and safety of any equipment supplied for the fulfilment of duty

Education and Training
The Clinical Skills Facilitator –neonatal will:

Identify education and learning needs of Neonatal Staff and participate in continuing education by introducing measures to address these requirements to achieve quality excellence in neonatal clinical care
Facilitate development of clinical skills in Neonatal Nursing
Supervise and contribute to competency attainment for qualified Neonatal staff in their development or expansion of roles
Liaise with Neonatal Clinical Midwifery Managers in ensuring continuing education of all midwifery/nursing staff in the Neonatal unit and where relevant those staff in postnatal wards.
Work with the multidisciplinary team in the Neonatal Unit in establishing and maintaining a quality clinical learning environment.
Participate in and act as a resource for Orientation, Induction, Teaching, Mentorship, and Preceptorship of staff to the Neonatal unit
Participate in Curriculum Development meetings for Post graduate Diploma in Neonatal Intensive Care Nursing and other educational programmes.
Engage in performance review processes including personal development planning as appropriate
Maintain own continuing professional development including mandatory training.
Promote reflective practice for self and staff.

Management
The Clinical Skills Facilitator - Neonatal will:

Comply with all relevant professional and statutory requirements (NMBI Guidelines, Code of Conduct and Scope of Practice, HIQA Standards for Safer Better Healthcare (Jun 2012).
Adhere to and facilitate compliance with all relevant National, local and HR policies
Promote and facilitate good communications within the Neonatal service and with external agencies.
Provide a high level of professional and clinical leadership and conduct all duties in accordance with relevant policies.
Contribute to midwifery/nursing strategies to facilitate the recruitment, retention and succession planning of Neonatal nurses/midwives.
Facilitate team building.
Promote a culture that values diversity and respect in the workplace
Manage all resources efficiently and effectively.
Contribute to and as directed lead on practice development initiatives within the clinical area as part of the Midwifery Practice Development Unit Team.
Contribute to the formulation, development and implementation of policies and procedures.
Maintain all necessary clinical and administrative records and reporting arrangements
Engage in IT developments as they apply to service users and service administration

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 him/her from time to time and to contribute to the development of the post while in office.
Eligibility Criteria
Qualifications and/ or experience / Each candidate must, at the latest date for receipt of completed applications for the post:

Be registered on the Midwifery Divisionof the Register of Nurses & Midwives maintained by Bord Altranais agus Cnáimhseachais na hÉireann (Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland) or be entitled to be so registered

Be registered on the General Divisionof the Register of Nurses & Midwives maintained by Bord Altranais agus Cnáimhseachais na hÉireann (Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland) or be entitled to be so registered

or
Be registered on the Children’s Division of the Register of Nurses & Midwives maintained by Bord Altranais agus Cnáimhseachais na hÉireann (Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland) or be entitled to be so registered
And

Have at least 5 years post registration experience of which 2years must be in the speciality or related area (as a Midwife or Nurse in an acute Neonatal environment)

And

Have the clinical, managerial and administrative capacity to properly discharge the functions of the role.

And

Demonstrate evidence of continuing professional development at the appropriate level

Note: Post holders must maintain annual registration with Bord Altranais agus Cnáimhseachais na hÉireann (Nursing Midwifery Board Ireland)
Health
A candidate 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.
Character
Each candidate for and any person holding the office must be of good character
Age
Age restrictions shall only apply to a candidate where he/she is not classified as a new entrant (within the meaning of the Public Service Superannuation Act, 2004). A candidate who is not classified as a new entrant must be under 65 years of age.
Post specific requirements /

Candidates must have a post graduate Certificate or Diploma (or higher) in Neonatal Nursing
Candidates must have undertaken a Neonatal Resuscitation Programme, STABLE Programme(or equivalent).
Must have experience in Preceptorship teaching and assessing in clinical practice

Skills, competencies and/or knowledge /

Demonstrate the ability to lead on clinical practice and service quality

Demonstrate promotion of evidence-based decision making
Demonstrate practitioner competence and professionalism
Demonstrate the ability to plan and organise effectively
Demonstrate the ability to build, lead and manage a team
Demonstrate strong interpersonal skills including the ability to build and maintain relationships
Demonstrate strong communication and influencing skills
Demonstrate initiative and innovation in the delivery of a quality service
Demonstrate resilience, composure and positive influences when dealing with people management.
Demonstrate openness to change
Demonstrate knowledge of reflective practice and its relevance to practice.
Demonstrate integrity and ethical stance
Demonstrate a commitment to continuing professional development
Demonstrate the ability to relate research to practice
Demonstrate knowledge of quality assurance practices and their application to midwifery/nursing procedures
Demonstrates knowledge of Clinical Governance and Risk Management and its relevance to practice
Demonstrate an awareness of HR policies and procedures including disciplinary procedures, managing attendance.
Demonstrate an awareness of relevant legislation and policy e.g. legislation relevant to the service area, health and safety, infection control.
Demonstrate an awareness of current and emerging midwifery/nursing strategies and policies in relation to the clinical / designated area
Demonstrate an awareness of the Health Service Reform Programme
Demonstrate a willingness to develop IT skills relevant to the role
Demonstrate preceptorship experience including assessment of Staff and support with clinical education/facilitation.
Have a sound knowledge of the health service with particular reference to professional development, Neonatal Nursing education and practice development.
Demonstrate current, up-to-date, clinically credible Neonatal practice.

Campaign Specific Selection Process
Ranking/Shortlisting / 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.
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 Code of Practice sets out how the core principles of probity, merit, equity and fairness might be applied on a principle basis. The Code also specifies the responsibilities placed on candidates, facilities for feedback to applicants on matters relating to their application when requested, and outlines procedures in relation to requests for a review of the recruitment and selection process and review in relation to allegations of a breach of the Code of Practice. Additional information on the HSE’s review process is available in the document posted with each vacancy entitled “Code of Practice, information for candidates”.
Codes of practice are published by the CPSA and are available on in the document posted with each vacancy entitled “Code of Practice, information for candidates” or on
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 Skills Facilitator- Neonatal(CMM2/CMM2)

Terms and Conditions of Employment

Tenure / The vacancy for this postis permanent and 0.5 WTE. This post is pensionable. A panel will be formed from this recruitment campaign and future permanent or specified purpose vacancies will be filled from this panel. 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 Appointment) Act 2004.
Remuneration / The Salary Scale (as at 01/01/10) for the post is:
€47,089 - €47,886 - €48,559 - €49,659 - €50,874 - €52,067 - €53,260 - €54,604 - €55,852 (pro rata)
Working Week / The standard working week applying to the post is to be confirmed at Job Offer stage.
HSE Circular 003-2009 “Matching Working Patterns to Service Needs (Extended Working Day / Week Arrangements); Framework for Implementation of Clause 30.4 of Towards 2016” applies. Under the terms of this circular, all new entrants and staff appointed to promotional posts from Dec 16th 2008 will be required to work agreed roster / on call arrangements as advised by their line manager. Contracted hours of work are liable to change between the hours of 8am-8pm over seven days to meet the requirements for extended day services in accordance with the terms of the Framework Agreement (Implementation of Clause 30.4 of Towards 2016).
Annual Leave / The annual leave applying to the post holder will be agreed at job offer stage and as determined by the Organisation of Working Time Act 1997
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
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 Persons Reporting Child Abuse Act 1998 / As this post is one of those designated under the Protection of Persons Reporting Child Abuse Act 1998, appointment to this post appoints one as a designated officer in accordance with Section 2 of the Act. You will remain a designated officer for the duration of your appointment to your current post or for the duration of your appointment to such other post as is included in the categories specified in the Ministerial Direction. You will receive full information on your responsibilities under the Act on appointment.
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.

NR21149 Clinical Skills Facilitator for Neonatal Unit, (CNM2/CMM2)UniversityMaternityHospital, Limerick

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