Clinical Skills Facilitator for Neonatal Unit (CNM2/CMM2)
(NICU, NHDU andSCBU)
Job Specification & Terms and Conditions
Job Title and ClClinical
Grade
Si Clinical Skills Facilitator - Neonatal (CMM2/CNM2)
(Grade Code 2119)
Campaign Reference
NRS1149
Wednesday, 25th June 2014 at 12 noon
Closing Date
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
WTE
Details of Service
University Maternity Hospital - Limerick --Neonatal Unit
This is a 19.5 hours per week (0.5 WTE) post
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, University
Maternity Hospital, 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 Unit is also a clinical placement site for the training of Medical Students
from the Graduate Medical Entry School, 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
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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
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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 Recommendations and Judicial Reports
and be involved in the implementation of recommendations at local level.
Promote participation and advancement of the WHO ‘Baby Friendly Hospital’
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 department local 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
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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:
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Be registered on the Midwifery 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
or
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Be registered on the General 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
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
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Have at least 5 years post registration experience of which 2 years must be in the
speciality or related area (as a Midwife or Nurse in an acute Neonatal environment)
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Have the clinical, managerial and administrative capacity to properly discharge the
functions of the role.
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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
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Skills, competencies
and/or knowledge
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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
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.
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Campaign Specific
Selection Process
Ranking/Shortlisting /
Interview
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.
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
www.hse.ie/eng/staff/jobs in the document posted with each vacancy entitled “Code of
Practice, information for candidates” or on 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.
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Clinical Skills Facilitator - Neonatal(CMM2/CMM2)
Terms and Conditions of Employment
Tenure
The vacancy for this post is 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 31 st
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.
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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.
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