Responsible for overseeing and performance management of ward and department nurse managers in managing their nursing teams and budgets. Responsible for recruitment and supervision of Ward Managers, Clinical Nurse Specialists, Practice Educators and other key personnel. Responsible for overseeing and performance management of Band 7 Community Nurse Team Manager in managing their respective teams and budgets. Also responsible for managing Long Term Conditions Matrons, Specialist Nurses and other key personnel in the Tavistock Community
* Preference will be given to internal Trust staff, as well as 'Priority' and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon who are able to display recent relevant experience as dictated by the Person Specification.
As Matron you should have experience of leadership at Senior Ward Sister/Charge Nurse or equivalent level together with experience in Clinical Governance, Risk Management, HR, Clinical Incidents and Complaints and Budgetary Management. You also must be a Registered Nurse and have the relevant clinical knowledge and skills. Previous experience in rehabilitation will be a distinct advantage in this role.
We are a people business - where every member of staff matters and can make a difference. Patients are at the heart of everything we do. Joining University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust means becoming part of a team of dedicated staff, who are committed to leading the way through innovation, clinical excellence and great customer care. The Trust has great opportunities for career development in a highly progressive working environment. We offer all of this in a vibrant, modern city with a historic reputation for adventure. PLEASE NOTE THAT ALL COMMUNICATION WILL BE ELECTRONIC, PLEASE CHECK YOUR EMAIL ACCOUNT REGULARLY. If you have any issues with applying online and need additional support including reasonable adjustments with the application process please contact the recruitment team on. We recognise that work life balance is important for our colleagues and so we invite requests from applicants around less than full time/flexible working for our
Band 8a - 37.5-hours, 12 month fixed term (or secondment for internal applicants) with the potential for the role to become a permanent contract
An opportunity has arisen for a joint Hospital and Neighbourhood Matron to work across two organisations (University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust and Livewell SouthWest) to provide visible and professional, clinical and management leadership to inpatient and community settings. Please note that this post is a 12 month fixed term or secondment for internal applicants with the potential for the role to turn into a permanent contract.