Within the care group, Women, Children and HIV, an exciting opportunity for a Clinical Matron has arisen to join the team and support exciting developments. The successful candidate will be directly responsible for the management of the Nursing teams within the Child Health specialties. Supported by the Head of Nursing, the Clinical Matron will cover inpatient, outpatient, and Clinical Nurse Specialist services.
The entire team is very excited about this role within the care group and looks forward to welcoming a new Clinical Matron. The post holder will work closely with the Head of Nursing, General Manager, and Clinical Director for the Care Group. The role will complement the 2 existing matrons for gynaecology and neonatal care.
We are very interested in hearing from you if you would like to join our team. We are looking for an applicant who is forward-thinking and innovative, can demonstrate a proven track record of supporting change and service improvement, is flexible and adaptable with excellent communication and organisational skills, but most importantly, has unlimited enthusiasm.
Please note: this role is working on-site only with no remote working due to the clinical nature of the role.
Main duties of the job
This role will take the lead on quality, safety, and patient experience across the specialty area: Child Health. Contributing to the Quality Improvement Plan as well as the Care Group agenda, the Clinical Matron will have responsibility for leading the RCHT Nursing, Midwifery, and Allied Health Professionals Vision for the specialty, ensuring effective implementation of service objectives within the available resources.
To enable them to execute this responsibility, the post holder is expected to provide proactive and visible leadership. Leadership will span four key areas: service leadership, people and personal leadership, quality leadership, and collaborative leadership.
The post holder will resolve clinical issues quickly and effectively to minimize any negative impact on the quality of patient care and monitor safety within their areas of responsibility by reviewing and triangulating information derived from multiple metrics and advising the Care Group senior leadership team when issues are identified.
About us
Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust is the biggest provider of healthcare services in Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly. Our three main sites are Royal Cornwall Hospital Truro, St Michael's Hospital Hayle, and West Cornwall Hospital Penzance. Our staff and services are available across the region.
The Trust employs 5,000+ staff, has a budget of £380 million, and 750 beds. We work with health and social care organisations - including NHS Kernow and NHS England - to ensure local healthcare needs are met. We provide acute medical, surgical, and specialist services to around 500,000, which can increase significantly during busy holiday periods.
The Trust has teaching hospital status as part of the University of Exeter Medical School. Keeping at the forefront of medical advances, we continually develop clinical services and are committed to maximizing the range of specialist care offered locally.
We can offer you a rewarding career in a supportive working environment. We have extensive educational links to help you realize your full potential and develop skills to provide outstanding healthcare to the local community.
Job responsibilities
PLEASE NOTE: To view the full Job Description and Person Specification, please click the supporting document on the right-hand side.
To be an employee of the NHS you need to successfully complete the following:
Identity Checks Professional registration and qualification checks Employment history and reference checks Occupational Health clearance Satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service check Right to work in the UK
We reserve the right to close this advert early.
We may be able to offer flexible working. Please discuss at interview.
We may be able to offer sponsorship but this is not guaranteed.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
Registered Healthcare Professional either NMC Child RN or HCPC registration Mentor qualification Degree or relevant experience Post registration courses / equivalent level of experience
Desirable
Leadership qualification Management qualification Education / teaching certificate
Experience
Essential
Evidence of experience within operational management in an acute hospital setting in a senior Nurse/Midwife/AHP role Ward Sister/Charge Nurse/Team Lead experience Experience of working within Child Health environment or similar acute area Clinically credible role model in the Child Health environment through demonstrable leadership skill and experience Experience of developing non-medical clinical business and workforce plans in line with future service requirements
Desirable
Understanding of audit and research methodologies Experience of assessing students
Skills and Knowledge
Essential
Effective managerial, leadership, and organisational skills Excellent verbal and written communication skills Effective decision-making skills in challenging environments Ability to work well within a team. Able to work across professional teams and organisational boundaries To be able to manage own time.
Personal attributes
Essential
Respectful and courteous Ability to positively role model Trust values and behaviours at all times. Able to prioritise in challenging situations and lead/direct care Able to deal with work-based stressful experiences and support others
Employer details
Employer name
Royal Cornwall Hospitals Trust
Address
Royal Cornwall Hospitals Trust
Truro
TR1 3LJ
Any attachments will be accessible after you click to apply.
156-6874901 #J-18808-Ljbffr
The entire team is very excited about this role within the care group and looks forward to welcoming a new Clinical Matron. The post holder will work closely with the Head of Nursing, General Manager, and Clinical Director for the Care Group. The role will complement the 2 existing matrons for gynaecology and neonatal care.
We are very interested in hearing from you if you would like to join our team. We are looking for an applicant who is forward-thinking and innovative, can demonstrate a proven track record of supporting change and service improvement, is flexible and adaptable with excellent communication and organisational skills, but most importantly, has unlimited enthusiasm.
Please note: this role is working on-site only with no remote working due to the clinical nature of the role.
Main duties of the job
This role will take the lead on quality, safety, and patient experience across the specialty area: Child Health. Contributing to the Quality Improvement Plan as well as the Care Group agenda, the Clinical Matron will have responsibility for leading the RCHT Nursing, Midwifery, and Allied Health Professionals Vision for the specialty, ensuring effective implementation of service objectives within the available resources.
To enable them to execute this responsibility, the post holder is expected to provide proactive and visible leadership. Leadership will span four key areas: service leadership, people and personal leadership, quality leadership, and collaborative leadership.
The post holder will resolve clinical issues quickly and effectively to minimize any negative impact on the quality of patient care and monitor safety within their areas of responsibility by reviewing and triangulating information derived from multiple metrics and advising the Care Group senior leadership team when issues are identified.
About us
Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust is the biggest provider of healthcare services in Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly. Our three main sites are Royal Cornwall Hospital Truro, St Michael's Hospital Hayle, and West Cornwall Hospital Penzance. Our staff and services are available across the region.
The Trust employs 5,000+ staff, has a budget of £380 million, and 750 beds. We work with health and social care organisations - including NHS Kernow and NHS England - to ensure local healthcare needs are met. We provide acute medical, surgical, and specialist services to around 500,000, which can increase significantly during busy holiday periods.
The Trust has teaching hospital status as part of the University of Exeter Medical School. Keeping at the forefront of medical advances, we continually develop clinical services and are committed to maximizing the range of specialist care offered locally.
We can offer you a rewarding career in a supportive working environment. We have extensive educational links to help you realize your full potential and develop skills to provide outstanding healthcare to the local community.
Job responsibilities
PLEASE NOTE: To view the full Job Description and Person Specification, please click the supporting document on the right-hand side.
To be an employee of the NHS you need to successfully complete the following:
Identity Checks Professional registration and qualification checks Employment history and reference checks Occupational Health clearance Satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service check Right to work in the UK
We reserve the right to close this advert early.
We may be able to offer flexible working. Please discuss at interview.
We may be able to offer sponsorship but this is not guaranteed.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
Registered Healthcare Professional either NMC Child RN or HCPC registration Mentor qualification Degree or relevant experience Post registration courses / equivalent level of experience
Desirable
Leadership qualification Management qualification Education / teaching certificate
Experience
Essential
Evidence of experience within operational management in an acute hospital setting in a senior Nurse/Midwife/AHP role Ward Sister/Charge Nurse/Team Lead experience Experience of working within Child Health environment or similar acute area Clinically credible role model in the Child Health environment through demonstrable leadership skill and experience Experience of developing non-medical clinical business and workforce plans in line with future service requirements
Desirable
Understanding of audit and research methodologies Experience of assessing students
Skills and Knowledge
Essential
Effective managerial, leadership, and organisational skills Excellent verbal and written communication skills Effective decision-making skills in challenging environments Ability to work well within a team. Able to work across professional teams and organisational boundaries To be able to manage own time.
Personal attributes
Essential
Respectful and courteous Ability to positively role model Trust values and behaviours at all times. Able to prioritise in challenging situations and lead/direct care Able to deal with work-based stressful experiences and support others
Employer details
Employer name
Royal Cornwall Hospitals Trust
Address
Royal Cornwall Hospitals Trust
Truro
TR1 3LJ
Any attachments will be accessible after you click to apply.
156-6874901 #J-18808-Ljbffr
