Acute Discharge Matron

NHS; London; On-site; GBP 53,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

The NHS is seeking a Matron to support patient flow and uphold nursing excellence in London. This role involves managing nursing care quality, ensuring patient safety, and leading clinical governance initiatives. The ideal candidate will possess a registered nurse qualification and significant leadership experience, with a commitment to high-quality patient care.

Qualifications

• Registered nurse qualification required.
• Extensive post-registration experience needed.
• Evidence of post-registration qualifications expected.

Responsibilities

• Manage the quality of nursing care and hold ward leaders accountable.
• Ensure a safe, clean environment and champion infection control.
• Lead patient safety initiatives and monitor clinical standards.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organizational Skills

Education

Registered nurse qualification

Degree or equivalent in clinical/advanced practice

Masters Degree or working towards it

Job description

Through strong clinical leadership, the Matron will support patient flow and Departmental Senior Nurses to promote excellence in nursing care, maintaining and improving clinical standards. The post holder will ensure all patients are treated with compassion, dignity, and respect, valuing the diversity of the community served. The Matron will promote best practices in infection prevention by ensuring a clean and safe environment, with clinical practices aligned with Trust policies and guidelines to minimize infection risks.

This post is for an immediate start in Jan 2024. Please seek approval from your line manager prior to the interview.

TO APPLY - Submit an expression of interest to [e-mail] by 8 am, Monday 18th December 2023. Interviews will be held on Thursday or Friday, 22nd or 23rd December.

Main duties of the job

The Matron's key responsibility is to support patient flow within the division and ensure a high-quality patient experience, fostering confidence through visibility, accessibility, and surveillance. The post requires working clinically for approximately 20% of the time, and the Matron may serve as a specialist in their clinical area. They will also oversee the implementation of the Matron's Charter in their area.

The Matron reports directly to the Head of Nursing, who oversees operational management and strategic direction. The Directors, General Managers, and Heads of Nursing lead each Directorate.

About us

Our people are our greatest asset. When supported and happy, our staff positively impact patient care. Our Equality, Diversity & Inclusion (EDI) initiatives aim to foster a culture of engagement through various programs, networks, and events, focusing on:

• Enhancing representation of staff with disabilities, from Black, Asian, and minority ethnic backgrounds, LGBTQ+ individuals, and women through recruitment and leadership development.
• Widening access and employability as an anchor institution.
• Improving the experience of staff with disabilities.
• Enhancing EDI literacy and confidence through training.
• Mainstreaming equality initiatives.

Job responsibilities

Key Result Areas & Performance:

Care Provision

• Manage the quality of nursing care, holding ward/department leaders accountable for KPIs via the Synbiotix database.
• Collaborate with the Workforce Manager to address performance issues.
• Implement Trust nursing and midwifery priorities locally.
• Address staff discipline, grievances, poor performance, and sickness, up to but not including dismissal.

Risk & Clinical Governance

• Ensure a safe, clean environment, including equipment decontamination, and take remedial action when standards are not met.
• Champion infection prevention and control initiatives.
• Manage complaints and incidents, including root cause analysis and action plans.
• Ensure risk assessments are completed and acted upon.
• Lead patient safety initiatives like Saving Lives and Clinical Performance Indicators.
• Share best practices and drive improvements through the Matrons Forum.
• Monitor and maintain clinical standards within teams, in collaboration with surgical nursing leadership.

Person Specification

Qualifications and Training

• Registered nurse qualification
• Degree or equivalent in clinical/advanced practice
• Extensive post-registration experience
• Masters Degree or working towards it
• Evidence of post-registration qualifications

Experience

• Relevant clinical expertise
• Experience managing staff
• Recent experience at Band 7 or equivalent in an acute setting
• Leadership in clinical governance and patient safety
• Proven record of high-quality, evidence-based patient care
• Successful change management experience
• Strategic, operational, and creative planning skills; ability to prioritize effectively

Knowledge

• Understanding of the NHS environment
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Personal and team accountability, with clear understanding of delegated authority
• Experience with service development projects

Personal Qualities

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Highly organized, self-motivated, and driven for performance and improvement
• Flexible approach and attitude
• Commitment to openness, honesty, and integrity
• Ability to work across all levels of the Trust staff
• Capable of working under pressure and meeting deadlines

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This role requires a DBS check in accordance with the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975.

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