Staff Nurse Medical / Surgical, 11 Month FTC - UPMC Whitfield Hospital, Waterford

To work as a member of a team of nurses at UPMC Whitfield Hospital providing high quality, patient-centred care for patients and their families. To develop and maintain good relationships with all members of the multi-disciplinary team. To work closely with nursing colleagues, developing innovative practice within the unit delivering evidence-based care. To develop specialist knowledge of nursing practice relating to their clinical area. Develop and maintain effective communication and interpersonal relationships with all members of the multi-disciplinary team to ensure a good team spirit and collaborative working practices. Identify and discuss nursing and patient needs with consultants, nursing team, multi-disciplinary team, patients, and carers. Accept responsibility and be accountable for the holistic care of a named group of patients on a shift basis. Ensure that the highest possible standards of patient care and patient safety are maintained at all times. Demonstrate and promote a patient-centred style of clinical practice, always acting as a patient advocate and providing emotional and psychological support to patients admitted to the unit for treatment.