Job summary
There are so many reasons to join our team at
Sunderland Eye Infirmary.Aside from our fantastic staff,
we have lots of exciting things going on.Our plans for ourEye
Hospital in Sunderland are taking shape and will be our new home, with work having
started this year. The new hospital means
Sunderland will remain home to the regions only dedicated standalone eye
hospital. It will strengthen our excellent reputation across the NHS, both
regionally and nationally as a centre of excellence for ophthalmology
care.
We
also never stay still when it comes to discovering new and better treatments.
As one of the few specialist eye hospitals in the country, research and using
developing technology is a key part of our work. We encourage innovation and
research in everything we do. There is always something to get involved
in.If you share our vision for'excellence in all that we do',
wed love you to join us!
An exciting
opportunity has arisen for an experienced senior nurse to join the Ophthalmology
Directorate on a permanent basis as our new Matron. We are looking for a
dynamic and innovative individual who is as passionate about ophthalmology
services as we are, to become part of our senior leadership team working as a
triumvirate with the Clinical Director and Directorate Manager. The successful
candidate will also be fully supported in their professional development by the
wider senior nursing leadership team.
Main duties of the job
Applicants must
be experienced as a Band 7 senior nurse, ideally within an ophthalmology
environment, and possess excellent communication, interpersonal and leadership
skills to be able to drive forward improvements in line with current
operational and professional agendas. Candidates will be passionate about ophthalmic
care and able to provide visible, compassionate and accessible senior
leadership to support and develop the nursing team. Being able to work
autonomously and with the multidisciplinary team to maintain a positive patient
focused experience and environment is essential.
A flexible
approach to work is required as well as the ability to demonstrate resilience
to manage varying challenges in this demanding role. You must be able to
provide professional direction, advocating excellence in clinical practice at
all times and participate in a senior nurse rota to provide senior nurse cover
across 7 days. Cross site matron cover to support care of other surgical
services may also be required and you will be expected to support colleagues
within the matron team.
Candidates
wishing to know more about the post or to arrange an informal discussion /
visit should contact: Fiona McKinley, Directorate Manager, Tel: 0191 5656256
ext. 46242 or email: fiona.mckinley@nhs.net Or Barbara
Goodfellow, Head of Nursing, Tel: 0191 5656256 ext. 42243 or email: barbara.goodfellow3@nhs.net
About us
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One Team One Trust - There are many reasons to work at our Trust. From our commitment to putting people first to our accessible services and award winning teams. We have a passion for research, innovation and tackling inequalities. We are committed to respect, fairness and civility and promote a compassionate, caring and positive culture / working environment.
We welcome all applications irrespective of peoples race, disability, gender, sexual orientation, religion/belief, age, gender identity, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy/maternity and in particular those from under- represented groups. Looking after our workforces health and wellbeing is a priority for STSFT. We also provide access to high quality education, training, career progression and support. Flexible working is supported via the Trust's Flexible Working Policy.
The Trust employs around 8,300 people and provides a range of hospital services to a local community of around 430,000 residents. We also provide a range of more specialised services outside this area, in some cases to a population as great as 860,000. We offer our staff outstanding benefits - Fitness Centre (SRH), libraries at both hospital sites, chaplaincy support and access to a Childcare Co-ordinator to help staff with childcare arrangements.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The
Matron will ensure at all times that the patient is at the centre of all our
actions and act as a role model for clinical staff.
The Matron has 24 hour accountability
for the wards/departments/areas in their Directorate for the efficient and
effective operational management of the nursing workforce, guaranteeing provision
of high quality evidence-based nursing practice which will be delivered within hospital,
community and outreach settings.
The
Matron will provide strong clinical leadership within the services and be
highly visible and accessible to patients. Leading by example, the Matron will
drive up standards of clinical care. They should have the responsibility and
authority to get the essential components of care right for patients clean
wards and departments, quality care, ensuring patients are treated with dignity
and respect, resolving problems for patients and relatives and ensuring high
standards are maintained and delivered throughout the services. They will have a particular
responsibility to support the developments of Clinical Governance and Service
Improvement, to modernise patient services and ensure the active involvement of
patients and carers in the way services are developed, delivered and evaluated.
The
Matron will contribute to identifying and managing issues of poor performance,
risk and complaints. The Matron will promote and share best practice and
encourage personal development.
In
undertaking the duties for this post the post holder must comply with the NMC
Code.
The Matron
will uphold and ensure Trust nursing values are implemented and monitored to
provide assurance that nursing/clinical staff behave in a professional
manner.
FOR FULL JOB DESCRIPTION SEE ATTACHMENT
Job description
Job responsibilities
The
Matron will ensure at all times that the patient is at the centre of all our
actions and act as a role model for clinical staff.
The Matron has 24 hour accountability
for the wards/departments/areas in their Directorate for the efficient and
effective operational management of the nursing workforce, guaranteeing provision
of high quality evidence-based nursing practice which will be delivered within hospital,
community and outreach settings.
The
Matron will provide strong clinical leadership within the services and be
highly visible and accessible to patients. Leading by example, the Matron will
drive up standards of clinical care. They should have the responsibility and
authority to get the essential components of care right for patients clean
wards and departments, quality care, ensuring patients are treated with dignity
and respect, resolving problems for patients and relatives and ensuring high
standards are maintained and delivered throughout the services. They will have a particular
responsibility to support the developments of Clinical Governance and Service
Improvement, to modernise patient services and ensure the active involvement of
patients and carers in the way services are developed, delivered and evaluated.
The
Matron will contribute to identifying and managing issues of poor performance,
risk and complaints. The Matron will promote and share best practice and
encourage personal development.
In
undertaking the duties for this post the post holder must comply with the NMC
Code.
The Matron
will uphold and ensure Trust nursing values are implemented and monitored to
provide assurance that nursing/clinical staff behave in a professional
manner.
FOR FULL JOB DESCRIPTION SEE ATTACHMENT
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Clinically credible with significant experience at senior nurse level in a relevant setting
- Ability to manage conflict in the clinical environment
- Experience of managing a clinical team including human resources management
- Experience of managing difficult and complex personnel/people situations
- Experience of policy critique and writing to ensure fit for purpose
- Experience of successful budget management and evidence of achieving financial targets
- Experience of leading and delivering significant programmes of change with an NHS setting
Desirable
- Experience of undertaking root cause analysis
- Clinical experience within ophthalmology
Skills and Knowledge
Essential
- Competent in IT skills and ability to operate Windows programmes and Microsoft Office
- Evidence of participating in clinical audit
- Knowledge of NHS Policies and strategies
- Excellent presentation skills
- Well-developed report writing
- Excellent verbal briefing and communication skills
- Able to command respect of multi-disciplinary teams
Desirable
- Knowledge and experience of using project planning IT programmes and tools
- Knowledge of and ability to utilise LEAN techniques
Physical skills
Essential
- Travel between sites and off-site meetings as required
- Ability to work flexible hours as well as support for major incidents
- Able to participate in duty matron rota
Qualifications
Essential
- First level NMC Registered Nurse (Adult) (RN Child for paediatric roles, RM for Midwifery)
- Degree in nursing studies or relevant clinical degree.
- Masters level study, or equivalent specialist study / experience
- Recognised management or leadership qualification or relevant experience
Desirable
- Masters degree or working towards in relevant associated subject
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Clinically credible with significant experience at senior nurse level in a relevant setting
- Ability to manage conflict in the clinical environment
- Experience of managing a clinical team including human resources management
- Experience of managing difficult and complex personnel/people situations
- Experience of policy critique and writing to ensure fit for purpose
- Experience of successful budget management and evidence of achieving financial targets
- Experience of leading and delivering significant programmes of change with an NHS setting
Desirable
- Experience of undertaking root cause analysis
- Clinical experience within ophthalmology
Skills and Knowledge
Essential
- Competent in IT skills and ability to operate Windows programmes and Microsoft Office
- Evidence of participating in clinical audit
- Knowledge of NHS Policies and strategies
- Excellent presentation skills
- Well-developed report writing
- Excellent verbal briefing and communication skills
- Able to command respect of multi-disciplinary teams
Desirable
- Knowledge and experience of using project planning IT programmes and tools
- Knowledge of and ability to utilise LEAN techniques
Physical skills
Essential
- Travel between sites and off-site meetings as required
- Ability to work flexible hours as well as support for major incidents
- Able to participate in duty matron rota
Qualifications
Essential
- First level NMC Registered Nurse (Adult) (RN Child for paediatric roles, RM for Midwifery)
- Degree in nursing studies or relevant clinical degree.
- Masters level study, or equivalent specialist study / experience
- Recognised management or leadership qualification or relevant experience
Desirable
- Masters degree or working towards in relevant associated subject
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
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