Job Title: CNM1
Department: Urology Day Unit
Reports to: CNM2
Date: 2025
Overall Purpose of Job
The mission of Beacon Hospital is to provide exceptional patient care in an environment where quality, respect, caring and compassion are at the centre of all we do.
The Clinical Nurse Manager 1 (CNM1) in the Urology Day Unit is responsible for supporting the CNM2 in planning, coordination and oversight of all daily clinical activities within the unit. The CNM 1 ensures that high-quality, safe, and efficient care is delivered to urology patients undergoing day procedures. They will coordinate patient flow, liaising with decontamination and support the overall functioning of the unit while maintaining clear and compassionate communication with patients and staff.
Key Responsibilities and Deliverables
Performs clinical nursing duties in the Urology Day Unit in accordance with best practice.
Coordinate the daily operations of the unit.
Monitor patient conditions and care needs specific to urology procedures and diagnostics.
Assesses staff competencies and makes patient care assignments.
Delegates tasks to appropriately and support junior staff.
Assists in the development and management of staff rosters and ensure adequate skill mix.
Participate in staff planning and performance feedback.
Act as a mentor and support preceptorship programme within the unit.
Maintains clear communications with the Nurse Manager regarding unit needs and incidents.
Identifies appropriate internal controls for department; provides mechanisms to monitor and enforce compliance.
Clinical Responsibilities
The post holder will be familiar with and adhere to The Professional Scope of Practice Framework (An Bord Altranais 2015).
The post holder will partake in the Total Quality Management processes thereby contributing to:
The setting of standards and the identification of quality guideline issues.
The evaluation of current practices to ensure they are in line with best practice.
Effective participation in all hospital audit processes including the hospital Wide Accreditation Cycle.
Leadership Responsibilities
Act as a clinical leader and resource within the Urology Day Unit.
Contribute to policy development and implementation.
Demonstrate effective use of resources and cost containment practices.
Maintain a visible leadership presence on the unit during clinical shifts.
Respond to changing patient volumes with appropriate staffing adjustments.
Educational Responsibilities
Support orientation and ongoing education of staff in urology-specific practices.
Identify learning needs within the unit and help coordinate training sessions.
Stay up-to-date with developments in urological nursing and day surgery care.
Encourage a learning culture through coaching and knowledge sharing.
Professional Responsibilities
Uphold the values and mission of Beacon Hospital.
Maintain professional registration and engage in continuous professional development.
Model high standards of professional conduct and dress.
Support a respectful, inclusive, and patient-centered environment.
Person Specification
Qualification
NMBI General Nurse license in good standing.
Experience
5 years' clinical experience preferred.
Experience in Urology Day Care desirable.
Job Specific Competencies and Knowledge
- Knowledge of urology procedures, diagnostics, and patient care needs.
- Strong organisational and time management skills.
- Ability to adapt to a fast-paced day unit setting.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
- Skilled in working with multidisciplinary teams.
Core Competencies
- Leadership and accountability in clinical settings.
- Patient advocacy and commitment to safety and dignity.
- Competence in risk assessment and complaint management.
- Flexibility and ability to respond to changing operational demands.
Personal Competencies
All posts in Beacon Hospital require a high level of flexibility to ensure the delivery of an effective and efficient service. Therefore, the post holder will be required to demonstrate flexibility as and when required by their manager or hospital management.
This job description is intended to be an outline of the areas of responsibility and deliverables at the time of its writing. As the Hospital and the post holder develop, this job description may be subject to review in light of the changing needs of the Hospital.