The National Maternity HospitalDublin, County Dublin, IE
9 days ago
Job description
Demonstrate behaviours consistent with the values of the hospital
Ensure hospital policies and procedures in all aspects of care are adhered to
Maintain healthy working relationships
Assist in the organising and controlling of Hygiene Services throughout the entire hospital
Schedule and supervise all staff within the department
Devise programmes of work for assigned areas and ensure their satisfactory completion
Be responsible, when required, for the requisitioning, custody and control of Hygiene items and related records
Monitor and address attendance in line with absence management policies
Participate in the financial management of all departmental activities, including inventories, stock management and payroll
Continuously review staff performance and take appropriate action
Deal in the first instance with staff grievances and liaise with the Human Resources Department on matters relating to disciplinary and grievance procedures
Report and investigate all accidents and incidents involving the department, including those relating to third parties
Organise and conduct training programmes for all departmental staff
Assist in compiling policies and cleaning schedules for all areas within the hospital campus, including existing and new ancillary buildings
Participate in reviews of all aspects of the hospital’s hygiene services, making recommendations as required
Conduct regular quality control audits in line with operational requirements, ensuring timely follow-up and reporting of results
Ensure staff are fully conversant and compliant with correct and safe working methods
Participate in the review and development of departmental risk assessments
Make recommendations regarding economical and effective cleaning equipment and materials
Inspect all cleaning equipment regularly to ensure it is properly maintained and kept in working order, and arrange maintenance of equipment as required
Create product specifications for cleaning materials and equipment
Participate in service development initiatives
Champion environmental initiatives
Any other duties deemed appropriate to the post. Please note that the duties of this post may change over time.