JOB DESCRIPTION
Course Coordinator-Staff Development Facilitator
Gastroenterology Service
Clinical Nurse Manager 2 Grade
Emergency Department / Medical Specialty Directorate
MATER MISERICORDIAE UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL
JOB DESCRIPTION
1. JOB PURPOSE
The Course Co Coordinator-Clinical Facilitator will endeavour to enhance clinical practice by
supporting qualified nurses in the delivery of patient care. Goals include:
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Contribute to up-skilling of nurses in the care of patients requiring G.I. endoscopy nursing care
Continuous quality improvements in standards of patient care through development of
professional expertise.
Contribute to the on-going development and review of gastroenterology services in the hospital.
Development of Professional Practice underpinned by the Scope of Nursing and Midwifery
Practice Framework (An Bord Altranais 2000).
To provide a quality continuous educational and supportive service to all staff partaking in the
Continuous Professional Development Programme in Gastroenterology Nursing.
2. Educational Responsibilities
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Develop innovative learning opportunities based on present and future needs analysis.
Promote a supportive clinical learning environment.
Ensure that the gastroenterology nursing course will provide skilled competent nursing staff
in accordance with the guidelines of the Department of Nursing Studies and Nursing
Midwifery Board of Ireland
Organise study days, timetables, lectures, lecture venues and equipment.
Orientate new staff to the speciality.
Identify learning needs of students to meet defined objectives and in collaboration with the
Link Tutor and Course Leader and Directorate Nurse Manager.
Prepare and deliver lectures, teaching sessions, tutorials in all aspects of gastroenterology
nursing.
Monitor, assess, enhance and evaluate the quality of care provided by the course students.
Evaluate modules, lectures, student proficiency and satisfaction at regular intervals.
Assist staff in identifying objectives of care.
Encourage utilization of learning resources.
Devise, co-ordinate and maintain a record of on-going formal and informal education
sessions.
Work in conjunction with CNM’s to monitor, assess and evaluate the quality of nursing care.
Be a role-model for best practice and serve as a resource person to staff.
Responsible for maintaining own professional competence.
Keep up-to-date with current research and disseminate findings among nursing staff to
ensure evidence-based practice and research utilisation.
Carry out clinical audits and research activity for quality assurance both internal and external
JOB DESCRIPTION
3. Clinical Responsibilities
 Demonstrate advanced specialist knowledge of gastroenterology nursing and provide clinical
leadership.
 Support nursing staff in the on-going provision of optimal care for gastroenterology patients.
 Promote quality care through the creation and revision of nursing policies, procedures and
protocols using evidence based practice.
 Facilitate professional development in GI Nursing by working alongside nursing staff in the
clinical practice environment across the gastrointestinal service.
 Promote understanding of the health, social and economic implications of gastrointestinal
disease.
 Ensure evidence based practice and research findings are utilised in the clinical environment.
4. Managerial Responsibilities
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Work in unison with line managers to effect improvements in service provision.
Demonstrate managerial and leadership competence.
Promote good working relationships with staff across the G.I. service and promote seamless
care.
Encourage staff endeavours to enhance patient care.
Support and develop the philosophy of gastroenterology nursing.
Audit nursing practice and evaluate where improvements can be effected.
Provide relief cover for CNM’s as requested by Directorate Nurse Manager/ CNM3.
Participate in multi-disciplinary team meetings across the gastrointestinal service.
Attend hospital committee meetings as requested.
Professional Self-Development Responsibilities
Demonstrate a high level of interest in the clinical management of gastroenterology care.
Engage in personal development planning and continuous professional education.
Contribute to intra-G.I., departmental, divisional and other meetings.
Engage in other duties appropriate to the post as may be assigned from time to time by the
Hospital Authority through the Director of Nursing, Directorate Nurse Manager / CNM3.
Policies and Procedures
The Clinical Facilitator must be conversant with and adhere to hospital policies:
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Health, Safety and Welfare at Work legislation
Hospital Fire Policy
Hospital Infection Control Policies
Data Protection and Freedom of Information Legislation
Hospital Grievance and Disciplinary Procedures
Risk Management Policies
Note:
This is an outline of the Course Co Coordinator-Clinical Facilitator’s role and will be subject to
review. The post holder may be required to undertake additional duties and responsibilities as
requested by Directorate Nurse Manager.