University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279)
The Matron will be a highly visible, accessible, and authoritative presence in clinical areas to which patients, their families, and others can turn for leadership, assistance, advice, and support. The post holder will be part of the Divisional Nursing Leadership team with specific responsibility for a designated area/group of departments. Areas of responsibility will be Rheumatology, Pain and Day Surgery Unit Southlands. Main duties of the job
The Matron's role will focus on: Inclusive leadership, professional standards, and accountability. Governance, patient safety and quality. Workforce planning and resource management. Patient experience and reducing health inequalities. Performance and operational oversight. Digital and information technology. Education, training, and development. Research and development. Collaborative working and clinical effectiveness. Service improvement and transformation. About us
At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always put the Patient First. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of Staff Networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We treat our patients and staff with the same compassion and empathy we expect for ourselves. We're here for them when they need us, and we go above and beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in our Wellbeing Programme for staff which is extensive and designed to support you when you need it, including where possible, flexible working to support work-life balance - because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves. As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching, and training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us and throughout your career, we will help you to grow and develop. We hope that in choosing UHSussex you are choosing a long and happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make and feel valued for all that you do. We look forward to receiving your application and the start of your journey with UHSussex. Job responsibilities
Inclusive leadership, professional standards, and accountability: Uphold and display the Trust values of Commitment, Care & Quality. Demonstrate compassionate, inclusive, visible, and authoritative leadership to Ward/Department Managers in order to ensure high quality patient-centred clinical care is delivered. Ensure nursing practice reflects current clinical developments and is evidence-based. Governance, patient safety and quality: In partnership with the Divisional Director of Nursing and their Deputy, implement a Divisional Clinical Governance Strategy. Within clinical areas develop a culture to ensure that Nurses actively contribute to the development of Clinical Governance (incorporating Health & Safety, Patient Safety & Risk). Environmental cleanliness and Infection prevention and Control: In conjunction with the Ward/Department Managers actively support the Ward Housekeeper role in all relevant clinical areas. Be responsible and accountable for delivering a safe and clean care environment. Patient experience and reducing health inequalities: Support nursing staff to ensure that patients are always treated with dignity and respect and that the patient experience is appropriate to their individual needs. Be highly visible and accessible to patients, relatives, and staff in order to provide immediate assistance, advice, and support, in liaison with Patient Advocacy and Liaison Service. Promote the full implementation of the Patient Experience Strategy. Performance and operational oversight: Have ongoing operational management of defined designated clinical areas, which include enabling ward/Department Managers in budget setting and control, recruitment and retention, close monitoring of temporary staff usage, professional development, and patient management. Digital and information technology: Participate within the Division in embracing the power of technology and supporting a digital-ready workforce to deliver a digital healthcare service. Education, Training and Development: Participate in the Trust's Clinical Leaders development programme and other appropriate developmental opportunities. Develop an active role in the leadership academy framework. Work with and empower Ward/Department Managers in assessing skills needed for practice, identifying any deficits in this and developing/commissioning programmes to address these issues. Person Specification
Experience/ Qualifications
Registered General Nurse Masters level qualification or equivalent professional knowledge acquired through degree/diploma supplemented by specialist training or equivalent experience to masters level. Certificate in Teaching and Assessing Clinical Practice (or equivalent). Mentorship. Leadership or management qualification (or equivalent) Evidence of excellent managerial, leadership and organisational skills. Extensive experience at ward manager level or equivalent managerial role. Evidence of ongoing professional development at master's level. Skills
Ability to impart knowledge to all grades of staff. Evidence of experience in coordinating and chairing meetings and recording accurate notes. Evidence of excellent ability to monitor the quality of work in others to identify their learning and development needs and devise strategies to meet those needs. Evidence of experience of conflict management. People Management and Development
Evidence of experience in recruitment, selection and retention process in accordance with Trust policy. Experience in management of change in accordance with Trust policy. Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
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The Matron will be a highly visible, accessible, and authoritative presence in clinical areas to which patients, their families, and others can turn for leadership, assistance, advice, and support. The post holder will be part of the Divisional Nursing Leadership team with specific responsibility for a designated area/group of departments. Areas of responsibility will be Rheumatology, Pain and Day Surgery Unit Southlands. Main duties of the job
The Matron's role will focus on: Inclusive leadership, professional standards, and accountability. Governance, patient safety and quality. Workforce planning and resource management. Patient experience and reducing health inequalities. Performance and operational oversight. Digital and information technology. Education, training, and development. Research and development. Collaborative working and clinical effectiveness. Service improvement and transformation. About us
At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always put the Patient First. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of Staff Networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We treat our patients and staff with the same compassion and empathy we expect for ourselves. We're here for them when they need us, and we go above and beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in our Wellbeing Programme for staff which is extensive and designed to support you when you need it, including where possible, flexible working to support work-life balance - because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves. As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching, and training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us and throughout your career, we will help you to grow and develop. We hope that in choosing UHSussex you are choosing a long and happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make and feel valued for all that you do. We look forward to receiving your application and the start of your journey with UHSussex. Job responsibilities
Inclusive leadership, professional standards, and accountability: Uphold and display the Trust values of Commitment, Care & Quality. Demonstrate compassionate, inclusive, visible, and authoritative leadership to Ward/Department Managers in order to ensure high quality patient-centred clinical care is delivered. Ensure nursing practice reflects current clinical developments and is evidence-based. Governance, patient safety and quality: In partnership with the Divisional Director of Nursing and their Deputy, implement a Divisional Clinical Governance Strategy. Within clinical areas develop a culture to ensure that Nurses actively contribute to the development of Clinical Governance (incorporating Health & Safety, Patient Safety & Risk). Environmental cleanliness and Infection prevention and Control: In conjunction with the Ward/Department Managers actively support the Ward Housekeeper role in all relevant clinical areas. Be responsible and accountable for delivering a safe and clean care environment. Patient experience and reducing health inequalities: Support nursing staff to ensure that patients are always treated with dignity and respect and that the patient experience is appropriate to their individual needs. Be highly visible and accessible to patients, relatives, and staff in order to provide immediate assistance, advice, and support, in liaison with Patient Advocacy and Liaison Service. Promote the full implementation of the Patient Experience Strategy. Performance and operational oversight: Have ongoing operational management of defined designated clinical areas, which include enabling ward/Department Managers in budget setting and control, recruitment and retention, close monitoring of temporary staff usage, professional development, and patient management. Digital and information technology: Participate within the Division in embracing the power of technology and supporting a digital-ready workforce to deliver a digital healthcare service. Education, Training and Development: Participate in the Trust's Clinical Leaders development programme and other appropriate developmental opportunities. Develop an active role in the leadership academy framework. Work with and empower Ward/Department Managers in assessing skills needed for practice, identifying any deficits in this and developing/commissioning programmes to address these issues. Person Specification
Experience/ Qualifications
Registered General Nurse Masters level qualification or equivalent professional knowledge acquired through degree/diploma supplemented by specialist training or equivalent experience to masters level. Certificate in Teaching and Assessing Clinical Practice (or equivalent). Mentorship. Leadership or management qualification (or equivalent) Evidence of excellent managerial, leadership and organisational skills. Extensive experience at ward manager level or equivalent managerial role. Evidence of ongoing professional development at master's level. Skills
Ability to impart knowledge to all grades of staff. Evidence of experience in coordinating and chairing meetings and recording accurate notes. Evidence of excellent ability to monitor the quality of work in others to identify their learning and development needs and devise strategies to meet those needs. Evidence of experience of conflict management. People Management and Development
Evidence of experience in recruitment, selection and retention process in accordance with Trust policy. Experience in management of change in accordance with Trust policy. Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
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