AMU Matron

East Kent Hospitals University NHS Foundation Trust; Ashford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hospital trust in Ashford is seeking an experienced nurse manager to lead the Acute medical nursing team. The role involves developing services, managing a budget, and ensuring high standards of patient care. Ideal candidates will have leadership experience and a commitment to staff development in a supportive environment. This position offers opportunities for flexibility and personal growth.

Benefits

Flexible working options

Relocation policy for eligible candidates

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a leadership role within nursing.
• Knowledge of acute medical services and patient care standards.
• Ability to manage budgets and resources effectively.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Acute medical nursing team with a flexible and supportive approach.
• Develop and implement pathways to improve acute medical services.
• Ensure compliance with safeguarding policies and staff development.

Skills

Leadership

Conflict resolution

Budget management

Coaching and mentoring

Education

Registered Nurse qualification

Job description

Overview

To be responsible for the professional and managerial leadership of the Acute medical nursing team, demonstrating a supportive and flexible leadership approach and a proactive, responsible attitude so as to promote confidence in the team and the service to patients, other professionals and commissioners. To provide expert knowledge and leadership in the continuing and progressive development of the acute medicine service. The postholder will be the lead Acute medicine nurse responsible for adult safeguarding policies and training in conjunction with the Acute medical education Team. To be responsible for the delivery of the model of acute medical nursing care in order to improve the patient's experience and multi-disciplinary working. To embed existing and create further pathways in order to improve the service offered to our patients encompassing the Acute Medical Units, Same Day Emergency Care and Acute Assessment Unit, working with the Emergency Department and other same day services. To be part of the senior nursing structure within the acute medical team and supporting the Urgency, Emergency and Acute Medicine (UEAM) speciality contribute to the overall upholding of emergency care performance targets through performance in Acute medicine pathways.

• To be responsible for the professional and managerial leadership of the Acute medical nursing team, demonstrating a supportive and flexible leadership.
• To embed existing and create further pathways in order to improve the service offered to our patients encompassing the Acute Medical Units, Same Day Emergency Care and Acute Assessment Unit, working with the Emergency Department and other same day services.
• To be part of the senior nursing structure within the acute medical team and supporting the Urgency, Emergency and Acute Medicine (UEAM) specialty contribute to the overall upholding of emergency care performance targets through performance in Acute medicine pathways.
• To assist in the resolution of any conflicts within the clinical area, resolving informal complaints locally and assisting in the investigation of and response to formal complaints as required.
• Responsible for appraisal and personal development of the Acute Medical nursing team. To act as a coach and mentor for relevant members of staff.
• To investigate accidents and adverse incidents; identify and implement corrective action where necessary. To contribute to the wider Acute medicine and UEAM governance framework.
• To take responsibility for the devolved budget and monitor expenditure within the agreed limit.

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About East Kent Hospitals

We are one of the largest hospital trusts in England, with five hospitals and community clinics serving a local population of around 800,000 people. Our vision is 'great healthcare from great people'. Our values are: 'People feel cared for, safe, respected and confident that we are making a difference'. We have a new way of working at East Kent Hospitals, called 'We care', empowering frontline staff to lead improvements day-to-day. We are looking for compassionate people to be part of our improvement journey for the patients, families and carers we care for every day.

• There are lots of great opportunities at East Kent Hospitals. We are undergoing transformation with a new Medical School, a focus on research, clinical leadership, and making our trust a rewarding and friendly place to work.
• To find out more about East Kent visit our website at https://www.ekhuft.nhs.uk/patients-and-visitors/work-here/

Recruitment and Benefits

• The Trust fully supports the SAS Doctors Charter and is committed to their development through its CPD Framework.
• We close the job advert once sufficient applications are received. We only accept online applications. If you have difficulty, contact our Resourcing Team on 01227 866450.
• Relocation policy for eligible candidates; parking available but other options encouraged (car sharing/public transport).
• Flexible working is supported as part of The Trust's People Strategy to help staff achieve a healthy work/life balance. Please speak with your Recruiting Manager for more information.
• The ability to converse easily and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for all customer facing roles.
• Most positions require a Disclosure and Barring check and will be exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Posts working with children or vulnerable adults require an enhanced check.
• Applicants for eligible roles requiring Tier 2 sponsorship must meet UK Visas and Immigration eligibility criteria.
• We operate a no-smoking policy on all our sites and grounds.