Regent's Park Healthcare

Cardiac Matron

The closing date is 30 October 2025

Job summary

Peninsula Heart Clinic is a dedicated cardiology centre, working in partnership with the NHS to provide specialist and high-quality care for patients across the South West. We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Cardiac Matron to lead our nursing team, provide visible clinical leadership and support, and help further develop our cardiology service. The post holder will be responsible for leading the delivery of safe, effective, high-quality care across the entire cardiology patient pathway, from pre-admission to discharge. This senior role will play a pivotal part in supporting the continuous improvement of care standards and patient outcomes, in line with national guidance and best practice

Main duties of the job

To work with the senior leadership team at Peninsula Heart Clinic to lead and develop the existing nursing team.

The postholder will be responsible for the operational delivery of cardiac care across the patient journey from admission to discharge.

The postholder will be one of a number of key contacts on clinical practices, carrying out regular liaison with NHS counterparts on policies and operational delivery of all clinical matters.

About us

Peninsula Heart Clinic is a modern, state-of-the-art specialist cardiac facility, working in partnership with University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust. Our mission is to provide outstanding, consultant-led care in a calm, high-quality environment that supports both patients and staff. We are proud of our strong multidisciplinary team ethos and our commitment to innovation, research, and clinical excellence.

Details

Date posted

06 August 2025

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

Depending on experience

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

B0063-25-0004

Job locations

Peninsula Heart Clinic

Derriford Hospital

Plymouth

Devon

PL6 8DH


Job description

Job responsibilities

Provide strong, visible, and accessible leadership for staff, patients, and families across all areas of the cardiology service.

Ensure the delivery of high-quality, patient-centred care that meets national standards and responds to patient feedback and clinical need.

Lead on quality improvement, patient safety initiatives, and incident investigation, embedding a culture of continuous learning and development.

Work closely with the senior clinical and operational team to support service development and the strategic planning of the cardiac pathway.

Support and develop the nursing workforce through coaching, mentoring, and performance management, ensuring robust clinical supervision and development plans.

Promote a culture of compassion, dignity, and respect for patients and staff alike.

Act as a professional role model and uphold the values and standards of Peninsula Heart Clinic and the wider NHS.

Ensure staff compliance with regulatory and statutory training, policies, and procedures.

Contribute to the clinics governance and assurance processes, including clinical audits, risk assessments, and policy reviews.

Support the recruitment, retention, and deployment of a skilled nursing workforce

Job description

Job responsibilities

Provide strong, visible, and accessible leadership for staff, patients, and families across all areas of the cardiology service.

Ensure the delivery of high-quality, patient-centred care that meets national standards and responds to patient feedback and clinical need.

Lead on quality improvement, patient safety initiatives, and incident investigation, embedding a culture of continuous learning and development.

Work closely with the senior clinical and operational team to support service development and the strategic planning of the cardiac pathway.

Support and develop the nursing workforce through coaching, mentoring, and performance management, ensuring robust clinical supervision and development plans.

Promote a culture of compassion, dignity, and respect for patients and staff alike.

Act as a professional role model and uphold the values and standards of Peninsula Heart Clinic and the wider NHS.

Ensure staff compliance with regulatory and statutory training, policies, and procedures.

Contribute to the clinics governance and assurance processes, including clinical audits, risk assessments, and policy reviews.

Support the recruitment, retention, and deployment of a skilled nursing workforce

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Registered Nurse - Adult Level 1
  • Current NMC registration
  • Masters degree or working towards, or equivalent experience
  • Evidence of continuous professional development

Desirable

  • Leadership or management qualification
  • IOSH or equivalent health & safety training

Experience

Essential

  • Extensive clinical experience in cardiology or acute medicine
  • Understanding of national nursing and cardiology initiatives
  • Experience of patient safety, incident management, and clinical governance
  • Demonstrated ability to lead change and service improvement

Desirable

  • Experience in managing budgets or resources
  • Knowledge of CQC and regulatory frameworks
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Registered Nurse - Adult Level 1
  • Current NMC registration
  • Masters degree or working towards, or equivalent experience
  • Evidence of continuous professional development

Desirable

  • Leadership or management qualification
  • IOSH or equivalent health & safety training

Experience

Essential

  • Extensive clinical experience in cardiology or acute medicine
  • Understanding of national nursing and cardiology initiatives
  • Experience of patient safety, incident management, and clinical governance
  • Demonstrated ability to lead change and service improvement

Desirable

  • Experience in managing budgets or resources
  • Knowledge of CQC and regulatory frameworks

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

Regent's Park Healthcare

Address

Peninsula Heart Clinic

Derriford Hospital

Plymouth

Devon

PL6 8DH


Employer's website

https://www.regentsparkhealthcare.com/ (Opens in a new tab)


Employer details

Employer name

Regent's Park Healthcare

Address

Peninsula Heart Clinic

Derriford Hospital

Plymouth

Devon

PL6 8DH


Employer's website

https://www.regentsparkhealthcare.com/ (Opens in a new tab)


Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Chief HR Officer

Robin Barrass

hr@regentsparkhealthcare.com

Details

Date posted

06 August 2025

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

Depending on experience

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

B0063-25-0004

Job locations

Peninsula Heart Clinic

Derriford Hospital

Plymouth

Devon

PL6 8DH


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