Band 8b- Matron Acute Medicine

Job overview

Barking, Havering and Redbridge University Hospitals NHS Trust (BHRUT) is a large provider of acute services, serving a population of over 750,000 in outer North East London. The trust operates from two sites; Queen's Hospital and King George Hospital.

We are looking for a highly motivated, responsible person with a strong sense of accountability to fulfill this exciting role of Matron for Acute Medicine.

The role requires an individual who is consistently supportive to promote exceptional teamwork and who will be able to nuture a positive culture. You will posess excellent communication skills, an ability to work as a team member whilst retaining a leadership role.

You will bring with you a proven track record of managing people, and have experience in similar clinical environments. Acute medicine is a fast-paced, multi-speciality division with a varied patient demographic.

The post will provide the opportunity to lead on patient safety and experience with additional focus on nursing and service development.

Main duties of the job

This post requires a real commitment to the principles of devolution of decision making to clinical teams, working closely with the Specialty Clinical Lead and Specialty Manager.

• The post holder will provide visible, accessible leadership to all clinical areas within their given area of responsibility.
• The post holder will ensure that the professional aspects of nursing within the wards and departments are adhered to and provide senior nursing support to the Specialty as required.
• The post holder will provide leadership and support in the delivery of the Clinical Nurse specialist agenda.
• The post holder will support Divisional team in the delivery of patient flow within the Division and support the delivery of clinical care pathways to ensure efficiency and productivity thus delivering safe, effective care.
• The post holder will support in the delivery of the NHS constitutional standards that apply to the Division.
• The post holder will support the Director of Nursing, Acute Medicine on improving the quality of the patient experience.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

For further information on this role, please see the attached detailed Job Description and Person Specification.

The person specification listed below is not the full specification requirements for the role.  Please ensure you review the full specification on the job description prior to submitting your application.

Applicants are advised to read all the information on the advert and the supporting information before completing and submitting an application. As you complete your application, please ensure you clearly demonstrate how you meet the criteria in the person specification for this post by adequately completing the supporting information section of the application form.

All new staff appointed at the Trust are subject to a probationary period.

Applications should be made online, however, queries regarding the application process or assistance with completion of the form (for applicants with a disability) can be made to   Tosin Aragbaiye, Recruitment Advisor, on 01708 435000 ext. 5934. Further details regarding the post may be obtained by contacting the manager as per the contact details above.