Matron Lead Nurse: Oncology & Acute Medicine

Bupa; Greater London; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Pension plan

25 days holiday

Onsite gym

Discounts

Job summary

Bupa Cromwell Hospital in London is seeking a Lead Nurse for Oncology and Acute Medicine at Matron level. Based onsite in Kensington, this full-time, permanent role leads inpatient and day case services, including Renal Dialysis, GI Endoscopy, and general medicine pathways.

You will shape specialty pathways, lead governance and quality improvements, and mentor senior nurses. The role focuses on patient experience, clinical quality, and financial stewardship within a supportive leadership team.

Qualifications

• Active NMC Registration as an Adult Nurse.
• Teaching/assessing qualification.
• Management qualification or equivalent experience.
• ILS certification.
• Substantial clinical experience within an acute setting, with strong Oncology/Acute Medicine knowledge.
• Experience leading change and driving innovation in practice.
• Experience in clinical governance, audits, benchmarking and complaints management.
• Strong financial awareness and experience in resource management.
• Evidence of professional leadership and continuous professional development.
• Previous experience within oncology.

Responsibilities

• Provide strong clinical leadership across Oncology and Acute Medicine.
• Ensure high standards of care in line with regulatory requirements.
• Lead clinical governance, audits and compliance with frameworks.
• Drive improvements in patient experience, clinical quality, and efficiency.
• Collaborate with consultants and multidisciplinary teams to enhance services.
• Promote evidence-based practice and learning culture.
• Mentor and develop senior nurses and leadership succession.
• Manage resources for safe staffing and financial stewardship.
• Maintain consultant relationships and ensure standards are met.

Skills

NMC Registration

Teaching/Assessing

Management qualification

ILS certification

Oncology knowledge

Acute Medicine experience

Clinical governance

Audits & benchmarking

Financial awareness

Leadership development

Education

Nursing degree

Job description

Bupa Cromwell Hospital in London is seeking a Lead Nurse for Oncology and Acute Medicine at Matron level. Based onsite in Kensington, this full-time, permanent role leads inpatient and day case services, including Renal Dialysis, GI Endoscopy, and general medicine pathways.

You will shape specialty pathways, lead governance and quality improvements, and mentor senior nurses. The role focuses on patient experience, clinical quality, and financial stewardship within a supportive leadership team.