This post provides strong leadership, visible, credible, senior nursing presence accessible to staff, patients, and their families for advice, assistance, and support. The post holder will be accountable for:
* The delivery of high-quality patient care in their area(s) of responsibility, in line with local and national guidance and standards.
As Matron, you will ensure that the services provided are responsive to patient needs, involve patients and users in planning, and reflect the population served. The post holder will work closely with Matrons, the Associate Director of Nursing, Associate Medical, and Operational colleagues within the care group and the Trust.
Leadership and Management
* Providing visible, inclusive leadership to nursing and other clinical staff, fostering a positive and supportive work environment.
Patient Care Quality
* Ensuring patients receive safe, effective, and high-quality care, promoting a positive patient experience.
Clinical Governance
* Implementing and maintaining clinical governance frameworks to ensure compliance with standards and regulations.
Staff Development
* Supporting the professional development of staff, including training, mentoring, and performance management.
Resource Management
* Ensuring efficient and effective use of resources, including staffing, equipment, and supplies.
Service Improvement
* Identifying and implementing strategies for service improvement and innovation.
Patient Safety
* Promoting a culture of patient safety and actively managing risks.
Communication and Collaboration
* Liaising with other healthcare professionals, senior management, and patients' families to ensure effective communication and collaboration.
Act with professionalism and integrity, being a role model, and ensuring everyone has an equal opportunity. Provide a service tailored to individual needs, be adaptable and responsive, and deliver high-quality customer service in compliance with legislation and NHS standards. Foster a no-blame culture where learning from mistakes is encouraged, work collaboratively with colleagues, and continually seek to deliver greater value. Be open about challenges, foster curiosity and creativity, and develop a learning environment where feedback is valued.
You will join an organization at an exciting time, working to improve the delivery of safe, high-quality health and social care. We offer a positive, vibrant working atmosphere, with investment in staff development and recognition of their value.
If you support a family member or friend with health or care needs, we are a Carer-friendly employer, offering flexible working and support schemes.
Important Information
* We reserve the right to close vacancies early if we receive a high volume of applications.
* Applicants should tailor their application to the role's requirements.
* Applicants from the Armed Forces community are guaranteed an interview if they meet the criteria.
* Correspondence will be sent via Trac, text, and email; please check regularly.
* Applicants without NHS experience will typically be appointed at the minimum of the band.
* If no interview is received within 28 days post-application, consider the application unsuccessful.
* Ensure timely receipt of references.
The Trust values diversity and is committed to equality of opportunity. Support is available from the Equality Business Forum.
Our team is caring, inclusive, and focused on quality, embracing innovation and change. We aim to work with people on what matters to them. Join us in beautiful Devon, where work-life balance is encouraged, and a range of outdoor activities are accessible.
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