Job summary An exciting opportunity has arisen for an inspirational, passionate, dynamic and innovative senior nurse to join our fantastic team as Matron within Integrated Medicine. This is a 6-month secondment to cover maternity leave. We are looking for an exceptional individual who is passionate about leading the team to deliver safe, effective clinical care to patients thus making a positive difference to the patient's experience. As Matron you will ensure that all services are delivered in line with agreed performance, financial and government objectives whilst ensuring the workforce are professionally led and managed in order to develop a highly motivated and empowered teams. The Matron is part of the leadership team within the directorate, and we are looking to recruit a motivated and experienced leader who can bring enthusiasm and energy to the role. Main duties of the job The Matron is a core member of the Care Group team responsible for the delivery of the aims and objectives for patient safety, quality, and experience across the Care Group. This is a key role to help us develop our future services as care moves close to the patient in their community and as acute and specialty services are further developed. Clinical leadership is central to our future models of care and redesign of clinical care pathways. The role will cover the following areas, Dermatology, Rheumatology, IBD service and Gastro ward. If you can rise to this challenge, then we want to hear from you. The post holder will need to provide specialist clinical knowledge and expertise in their related field. They will be a driver of qualitative, innovative, productive, safe evidence based nursing care which promotes best practice and bestoutcomes for patients. About us Listen to why colleagues think we are a great place to work - BHT - A great place to work (buckshealthcare.nhs.uk) What does Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust offer you? As part of our BHT family, you'll benefit from learning and development opportunities to support your career progression. We offer flexible and agile workingopportunities,alongside your NHS benefits ofgenerous annual leave entitlement, pension andaccess toNHS discount schemes. We provide a range of health and wellbeing services to promote a healthy, happy workforce. Why work for us? We're committed to promoting inclusion and making sure all colleagues feel they belong. We encourage new colleagues from a diverse range of backgrounds to apply. As an employer, we aim to create a workplace where differences are valued and colleagues treat one another with dignity and respect. Greater diversity withinourBHT familyimprovespositive outcomes for the people and communities we serve. A keen supporter of the Armed Forces Community who know the value of employing a service leaver/veteran and their families What do we stand for? Our vision is to provide outstanding care, support healthy communities and be a great place to work. Our mission is to provide personal and compassionate care every time. Our CARE values are collaborate, aspire, respect and enable. Date posted 05 November 2024 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 8a Salary £53,755 to £60,504 a year per annum (pro rata for part time) Contract Secondment Working pattern Full-time, Part-time, Flexible working Reference number 434-IM6660728-A Job locations Stoke Mandeville Hospital Mandeville Road Aylesbury HP21 8AL Job description Job responsibilities For a comprehensive list of responsibilities and duties, please kindly refer to the Job Description and Person Specification by downloading the JD and PS attachment in the advert. If you are an internal applicant there is the option for secondment, all applicants must have the endorsement/support of their line manager prior to application. If you have a disability that makes submitting this online application difficult and would like assistance, please contact us on bht.recruitmentnhs.net quoting the vacancy reference number. Job description Job responsibilities For a comprehensive list of responsibilities and duties, please kindly refer to the Job Description and Person Specification by downloading the JD and PS attachment in the advert. If you are an internal applicant there is the option for secondment, all applicants must have the endorsement/support of their line manager prior to application. If you have a disability that makes submitting this online application difficult and would like assistance, please contact us on bht.recruitmentnhs.net quoting the vacancy reference number. Person Specification EDUCATION, QUALIFICATIONS& TRAINING Essential Registered Nurse Relevant Degree or equivalent Evidence of further professional, academic, business or management study Desirable Relevant Masters or Equivalent Post-registration clinical course Certification or qualification in Teaching EXPERIENCE Essential Experience at Senior Nurse/Midwife level e.g. specialist nurse or ward/team management Proven experience evidence of successful operational and budget management Proven experience in the implementation and monitoring of quality improvement Demonstrable experience of improving patient experience Demonstrable experience of improving patient safety Experience with working within a cardiology service Desirable Demonstrate knowledge of contemporary Nursing and Midwifery workforce changes SKILLS, ABILITIES & KNOWLEDGE Essential Has excellent standard of written and verbal communication skills Has excellent interpersonal skills; able to build good working relationships with staff and patents Evidence of being able to successfully collaborate with multidisciplinary team Is well organised and able to prioritise own workload effectively, delivering to deadlines Able to confidently use a range of software to communicate and present (e.g. Office functions) Has experience of successfully leading teams Has experience of managing change and understands the principles of successful change management Has experience of external collaborative working and understanding of the challenges of providing seamless patient care Has supportive and empathetic approach to both patients and staff Able to manage self and others during tension or conflict Has mature outlook and is able to deal with issues in a confidential non- judgmental way Is conversant with best practice people management methods Is self-motivated and able to motivate others Desirable Able to successfully negotiate with and influence others Can step back to see the 'bigger picture' SPECIAL CIRCUMSTANCES Essential Able to travel to other sites and off site as necessary Person Specification EDUCATION, QUALIFICATIONS& TRAINING Essential Registered Nurse Relevant Degree or equivalent Evidence of further professional, academic, business or management study Desirable Relevant Masters or Equivalent Post-registration clinical course Certification or qualification in Teaching EXPERIENCE Essential Experience at Senior Nurse/Midwife level e.g. specialist nurse or ward/team management Proven experience evidence of successful operational and budget management Proven experience in the implementation and monitoring of quality improvement Demonstrable experience of improving patient experience Demonstrable experience of improving patient safety Experience with working within a cardiology service Desirable Demonstrate knowledge of contemporary Nursing and Midwifery workforce changes SKILLS, ABILITIES & KNOWLEDGE Essential Has excellent standard of written and verbal communication skills Has excellent interpersonal skills; able to build good working relationships with staff and patents Evidence of being able to successfully collaborate with multidisciplinary team Is well organised and able to prioritise own workload effectively, delivering to deadlines Able to confidently use a range of software to communicate and present (e.g. Office functions) Has experience of successfully leading teams Has experience of managing change and understands the principles of successful change management Has experience of external collaborative working and understanding of the challenges of providing seamless patient care Has supportive and empathetic approach to both patients and staff Able to manage self and others during tension or conflict Has mature outlook and is able to deal with issues in a confidential non- judgmental way Is conversant with best practice people management methods Is self-motivated and able to motivate others Desirable Able to successfully negotiate with and influence others Can step back to see the 'bigger picture' SPECIAL CIRCUMSTANCES Essential Able to travel to other sites and off site as necessary Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Employer details Employer name Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust Address Stoke Mandeville Hospital Mandeville Road Aylesbury HP21 8AL Employer's website https://careers.buckshealthcare.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)