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Band 8a
Main area: Gynaecology
Grade: Band 8a
Contract: Permanent
Hours: Full time - 37.5 hours per week (Including On-Call Cover)
Job ref: 279-7118299-APR25
Employer: University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust
Employer type: NHS
Site: Cross-site - St Richard's (base), Worthing and Southlands
Town: Chichester
Salary: £53,755 - £60,504 per annum
Salary period: Yearly
Closing: 01/05/2025 23:59
About our Trust
At UHSussex we’re proud to be at the heart of the NHS. As one of the UK’s largest acute Trusts, we’re a leading example of the excellence, the ambition and the values that have embodied the NHS for over 70 years.
Our hard-working, talented and dedicated people work together towards a common goal – to always put our Patient First. In fact, our mission is summed up by our ‘where better never stops’ motto and you will play a part in driving us forwards and in improving the lives of patients across Sussex.
At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always put the Patient First. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of Staff Networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We’re proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) and a Veteran Aware Trust.
We treat our patients and staff with the same compassion and empathy we expect for ourselves. We’re here for them when they need us, and we go above and beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in our Wellbeing Programme for staff which is extensive and designed to support you when you need it, including where possible, flexible working to support work-life balance - because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves.
As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching and training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us and throughout your career we will help you to grow and develop. We hope that in choosing UHSussex you are choosing a long and happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make and feel valued for all that you do.
We look forward to receiving your application and the start of your journey with UHSussex.
Job overview
The successful candidate will be a passionate and motivated experienced nurse who is instrumental in promoting high standards of clinical care, patient experience, patient safety and quality improvement. This is a particularly exciting time for Gynaecology at the Trust with service developments and innovations at the heart of our agenda.
You will need to have excellent communication skills, experience in governance, quality improvement and negotiation skills.
As Matron you will be responsible for the professional and clinical leadership of all the nursing staff, ensuring high quality standards of care are delivered, to ensure patient safety and a positive patient experience. The role involves being able to be extremely flexible with an ability to adapt to change quickly; both in supporting the nursing teams clinically but with the day-to-day operational running of Gynaecology services to ensure patient flow through the Trust. You will be expected to work clinically within the Department as required to support and be a visible and credible presence.
Main duties of the job
The Gynaecology Matron will be a highly visible, accessible and authoritative presence in clinical areas to which patients, their families and others can turn for leadership, assistance, advice and support. The post holder will be part of the Divisional Nursing Leadership team with specific responsibility for a designated area/groups of departments.
The Matron's role will focus on:
* Inclusive leadership, professional standards and accountability.
* Governance, patient safety and quality.
* Workforce planning and resource management.
* Patient experience and reducing health inequalities.
* Performance and operational oversight.
* Digital and information technology.
* Education, training and development.
* Research and development.
* Collaborative working and clinical effectiveness.
* Service improvement and transformation.
The Gynaecology Matron will work across the St Richard’s, Worthing and Southlands sites to ensure the smooth running of the Gynaecology Outpatients Department (St Richard’s), Gynaecology Day and Ambulatory Units (Worthing) and services at Southlands. The Matron will play a key role in the ongoing innovation and development of Gynaecology services across the sites and within the Women and Children’s strategy across the whole Trust working closely with Divisional Leaders and the Gynaecology Matron on the Princess Royal and Royal Sussex County Sites.
Working for our organisation
At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always put the Patient First, as shown in our Outstanding for Caring CQC rating. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of Staff Networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We’re proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) and a Veteran Aware Trust.
We treat our patients and staff with the same compassion and empathy we expect for ourselves. We’re here for them when they need us, and we go above and beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in our Wellbeing Programme for staff which is extensive and designed to support you when you need it because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves.
As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching and training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us and throughout your career we will help you to grow and develop.
We hope that in choosing UHSussex you are choosing a long and happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make and feel valued for all that you do. We look forward to receiving your application and the start of your journey with UHSussex.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
The Gynaecology Matron will focus on leading the Nursing team to provide patients with the best possible, holistic care that can be delivered. The Matron will be a leader who is passionate about putting patient's first and driving services forwards to help us to continually strive to provide the best that we can. The Gynaecology Matron will be a leader with experience in staff development, problem solving and improvement. You will be supported by the Divisional Leadership team.
Please see attached the Job Description.
Please note that if you currently work for another NHS Trust/UHSussex and are applying to accept this position as a secondment opportunity, before applying you must seek agreement and authorisation from your current Trust. Secondments can’t be agreed without this approval. If you are unable to gain approval you should refrain from applying unless you wish to take this role as a fixed term position.
Person specification
Shortlisting Criteria
* Previous experience with people management
* Nursing degree level qualification or greater
* Patient centred approach
* Registered Nurse
* Evidence of change management and innovation
Important information for applicants:
Please note, the use of AI generated applications will be closely monitored. It is at the managers discretion to reject your application if they feel the majority has been created through the use of AI tools.
Closing Adverts Early: In the event of exceptional interest, we may close adverts earlier than specified.
Some of our adverts are capped for a limited number of applications; therefore, the advert will close once the cap has been reached. We therefore encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible if you are interested in the position to prevent you from missing out on applying for the opportunity.
Flexible Working: If you would like to explore potential options regarding flexible working please speak with the appropriate recruiting/line manager.
DBS Checks: As part of our commitment to a safe working environment, we undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service check on all new employees where the role is eligible for a criminal record check. We make offers in line with the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1975.
Skilled Worker Visa: Applications for Skilled Worker sponsorship are welcome for the roles that meet the Visa and Immigrations eligibility criteria. For further information please visit the gov.uk website searching for Skilled Worker. It is your responsibility as the applicant to ensure that you meet this criteria.
UHSussex reserves the right to close the role early if we receive a high volume of applications.
Further Information
For help with the application process for Nursing vacancies, please email uhsussex.nursingteam@nhs.net.
For help with the application process for Non-Nursing vacancies, please email uhsussex.nonnursingteam@nhs.net.
Employer certification / accreditation badges
You must have appropriate UK professional registration.
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
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