Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust

Matron - Surgery

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Job summary

This is an exciting time to join the newly formed Surgical Division across the MSE, as we focus to improve the care provided for our Surgical patients.

We have 3 acute general surgical ward specialising in colorectal procedures, general surgery and urology. We also admit patients for planned procedures and emergency procedures.

We are looking for dynamic, flexible staff with leadership ability who will help the Deputy Director of Nursing for Surgery provide a welcoming, caring atmosphere in our busy wards.

It is not a traditional Matron role, as there will be ample opportunity to become and lead change management projects across the MSE.

You will be a visible, accessible, and authoritative leader in clinical areas to which patients, their families and others can turn for leadership, assistance, advice, and support.

In turn we will provide you with an supportive and fun working environment where one day is never the same and always provide a challenge!

Main duties of the job

The Matron's Role will focus on:

Inclusive leadership, professional standards, and accountabilityGovernance, patient safety and qualityEnvironmental cleanliness and Infection prevention and ControlWorkforce planning and resource managementPatient experience and reducing health inequalities.Performance and Operational oversight.Digital and information technologyEducation, training, and development.Research and Development.Collaborative working and clinical effectiveness.Service improvement and transformation.

About us

Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust is now one of the largest in the country, with a workforce of approximately 15,000 who serve a population of 1.2 million people.We work together, and in conjunction with MSE Health and Care Partnership, to deliver excellent local and specialist services, to improve the health and wellbeing of our patients in a compassionate way, and provide a respectful, but vibrant place for staff to develop, innovate and build careers.From facilities through to consultant specialists we want to be the best, to achieve this we need to recruit not just those who are the finest in their field but also those who have the potential to be. Yes, experience is important but so is outlook - if you are dynamic, forward-thinking and enthusiastic we want you to join us.

We not only offer you a good working environment with flexible working opportunities, but also the opportunity to develop your career with access to appropriate training for your job and the support to succeed and progress.

Details

Date posted

24 November 2023

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 8a

Salary

£50,952 a year Per Annum (Pro Rata for Part Time)

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

390-SUR-BR-1603

Job locations

Broomfield

Court road

Chelmsford

CM1 7ET


Job description

Job responsibilities

For full details about this varied and rewarding role, please see attached job description.

We look forward to your application.

Job description

Job responsibilities

For full details about this varied and rewarding role, please see attached job description.

We look forward to your application.

Person Specification

Management experience

Essential

  • Management experience
  • Current knowledge of clinical nursing practice in an acute setting
  • Implementing complex change in a clinical setting.

Desirable

  • Motivated & enthusiastic
  • Expert in conflict management.
  • Experience across the scope of the Matron's ten key roles with potential to do all

Short listing

Essential

  • Ward environment skills that can transfer to a new setting
  • in maintaining efficient, effective, safe delivery of patient care, within an environment that promotes a responsive approach to changing Healthcare needs.
Person Specification

Management experience

Essential

  • Management experience
  • Current knowledge of clinical nursing practice in an acute setting
  • Implementing complex change in a clinical setting.

Desirable

  • Motivated & enthusiastic
  • Expert in conflict management.
  • Experience across the scope of the Matron's ten key roles with potential to do all

Short listing

Essential

  • Ward environment skills that can transfer to a new setting
  • in maintaining efficient, effective, safe delivery of patient care, within an environment that promotes a responsive approach to changing Healthcare needs.

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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).

Employer details

Employer name

Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Broomfield

Court road

Chelmsford

CM1 7ET


Employer's website

https://www.mse.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Broomfield

Court road

Chelmsford

CM1 7ET


Employer's website

https://www.mse.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Deputy Director of Nursing for Surgery

Ria Borg

ria.borg@nhs.net

07385461622

Details

Date posted

24 November 2023

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 8a

Salary

£50,952 a year Per Annum (Pro Rata for Part Time)

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

390-SUR-BR-1603

Job locations

Broomfield

Court road

Chelmsford

CM1 7ET


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