Bed Manager - Clinical Nurse Manager 2 - HR26059-1

Job DescriptionOverview Applications are invited for the position of Bed Manager - Clinical Nurse Manager 2 in St. Vincent's University Hospital. Informal Enquiries or Role Specific Enquiries to: Ms Sinead Reynolds; Head of Bed Management Please download the job description for this position, as this will not be available online after the vacancy close date.

Applications for St. Vincent's University Hospital job vacancies will only be accepted through SVUH Careers Page. Any applications submitted after the vacancy has closed will not be accepted.

You will receive a confirmation email within 2 working days that your application has been received. We highly recommend that you contact us by emailing if you do not hear from us. Closing date of applications: Friday, 28th August 2026 To be considered for this role you will be redirected to and must complete the application process on our careers page.

To start the process, click the Apply button below to Login/Register. Key Responsibilities The role of Bed Manager is a key role within the operations of the hospital. It reaches across every discipline and specialty and is a highly valued role.

The opportunity for learning and networking within the hospital and throughout the region is significant. Interpersonal skills, communication and technical skills are key and will be further developed whilst in the service. Clinical Nurse Manager 2 Bed Management duties: The post holder will participate in Patient Flow to facilitate theallocation of beds within SVUH, managing the demand from all sources ofadmission (ED, Acute Medical Unit, Waiting List, other facilities and theAdmission Lounge) Daily risk assessment of demand on inpatient beds and capacity availablein line with the Escalation Policy as a component of daily allocation andadvance planning Use clinical knowledge and experience to prioritise patients remainingcognisant of HSE/SDU/Organisational targets.

Participate in all patient flow initiatives, particularly theNavigational Hub, Transitional Care Unit, Speciality Specific Admissions, "Homeby 11" and Estimating Date of Discharge. Ensure activity potential in the Discharge Lounge is maximised andreviewed. Daily rounds to all ward areas and the Emergency Department to review allpatients with the shift leader, supporting patient flow/Discharge.

Participate in MDT meetings as part of Patient Flow Team to supportSpeciality Specific Admissions/Discharges Daily liaison with Infection Prevention and Control (IPC) to reviewpatients requiring isolation or any infection control issues within theorganisation. Put in place any measuresrequired to limit risk of spread of infection as advised by IPC. Consider systems of work to ensure dischargeis not delayed by an infection control issue.

Lead on identifying and transferring suitable patients within the group,working closely with Patient Flow staff in SMH, SVPH, SCH and other facilities. Work closely with ADON's and CNM's, Consultants and NCHD's regardingday-to-day operational issues relating to patient flow, ensure effectivecommunication in relation to operational issues affecting patient pathways. Facilitate effective communication with patients, relatives, visitors,multi-disciplinary teams whilst ensuring patient confidentiality is respectedand maintained at all times.

Lead and participate in the implementationof any patient flow initiatives. Guide discharge planning activities inorder to provide a high standard of holistic care to all patients having regardto the ethics and philosophy of the hospital. Be responsible for implementation of PatientFlow policies including; Admission, Discharge, Escalation policies and patientflow pathways.

Work with Head of Bed Management to deliver on KPIs specific to PatientFlow. Monitor the throughput of patients in the organisation and promoteefficient access and egress. Lead and participate in hospital and HSE/IEHG audit programmes asappropriate and provide reports to the Head of Bed Management.

Lead in the evaluation of policies, guidelines and procedures relevant toPatient Flow and in particular ensure best practice that meets theorganisation's goals, objectives and the needs of patients and families. Ensure professional / clinical leadership and management that promotesefficiency, innovation, teamwork and continuous quality improvements. Lead and participate in internal and external audit and accreditationprocesses such as JCI and HIQA.

Ensurethat health and safety, fire and other statutory regulations are adhered to. Keep abreast of research and developments in healthcare and contribute toresearch activities within bed management and outside of department. Promote the organisation by actively contributing at national conferencesand meetings.

Participate/chair meetings and committees as required and disseminateinformation appropriately. To be considered for this role you will be redirected to and must complete the application process on our careers page. To start the process, click the Apply button below to Login/Register.

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