Clinical Matron Medicine (Internal Only)

This position is open to staff working at the Trust in the 'ECT Family' this includes current East Cheshire NHS Trust employees, both NHSP and ECT bank staff, ISS staff and volunteers at the Trust. Unfortunately, we cannot accept applications from applicants not listed within these groups.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a directorate and Trust that is developing in many ways. There has been investment in the estate and workforce creating opportunity for progression and staff development. The directorate structure has evolved greatly over recent times to support the development of services.

We are an organisation that prides themselves on creating an environment that adheres the Trust values, ensuring the culture reflects through staff and the excellent care patients receive.

We are looking for:

Focus on the provision of high-quality care, visibility, professional leadership with a clear remit of setting/maintaining standards of clinical excellence, improving outcomes and experiences for patients. An individual who shows great desire for innovation

Strong clinical knowledge base and expertise in the nursing care of specialty medical patients

Great people and leadership skills andwho wants to learn and develop within a challenging and exciting role

Excellent communication and influencing skills to develop and maintain effective relationships and networks, and be able to initiate and support change with the tenacity and passion required to drive new ways of working

Main duties of the job

We welcome applications from Graduate visa holders; it is important to note that you must have a minimum of 6 months before this expires at the start of your employment for training and operational reasons.

Non-UK or Irish applicants should check their visa and this role's eligibility for sponsorship before applying. For further information please visit Visas and immigration - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)

Please be advised we are unable to provide Skilled Worker Visa Sponsorship to non-UK residents.

The successful candidate will be self-driven to lead on the development of patient care and new innovations, across cardiology, respiratory and gastroenterology specialties.

Responsible for delivering the requirements of the key roles outlined in the Matron's Handbook (NHS, 2021) and associated Matron Competencies.

Responsible for senior professional leadership to the nursing workforce within the directorate, ensuring efficient and effective use of resources.

To deliver professional and operational priorities and quality improvement programmes supporting the operational management of the Directorate.

Responsible for visible, accessible and strong clinical leadership, patient experience and the delivery of safe, timely, high quality care across the identified clinical areas. Leading on the delivery of National key performance indicators.

Promote/adhere to professional standards of care/professional image of nursing that inspires confidence.

About us

We are committed to providing the best quality integrated care to our patients. To achieve this aim we need highly motivated staff who are united by common values and behaviours.

We believe our workforce is our greatest asset and we actively support our staff to develop their capabilities to the full, with a variety of learning and development opportunities.

Whether you are just starting out in your career or are looking to use your skills and experience in a new role, East Cheshire NHS Trust is the right employer for you. We look forward to you joining us so that we can bring out your best.

Please be aware that this post requires anEnhanced DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) check with barred lists, the cost of which is payable by the successful candidate. If you have lived or worked abroad for 6 months or more in the last 5 years you will need to obtain an overseas police clearance. Further information can be found on the additional information links at the bottom of the advert.

Job responsibilities

Please read the attached Applicant Pack prior to completing your application form to find out more information.

Please download a copy of the Job Description and Person Specification located under the Supporting documents heading to read more about the advertised role.

As part of making your application we encourage you to review the Trusts Careers webpage Careers :: East Cheshire NHS Trust for more information about working for East Cheshire NHS Trust.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome all applications irrespective of age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, race or religion. The Trust is a Disability Confident Leader and as such, applicants with disabilities will be offered an interview providing they meet the minimum criteria for the post (outlined in the Person Specification).

We understand that some applicants may choose to use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in preparing their application. While this is not discouraged, it is essential to personalise this information, particularly your supporting information section as these tools cannot fully grasp the context or requirements of the job youre applying for. We kindly remind candidates that all submissions must be truthful and accurately reflect your own experiences and suitability for this role. Personal integrity and authenticity are central to our recruitment process and being a member of East Cheshire NHS Trust.

Applicants are advised to apply early as we reserve the right to close the advert prior to the advertised closing date should we receive a large number of applications.

We look forward to receiving your application.

Person Specification

Qualifications

• Current NMC (Nursing and Midwifery Council) First level Registration in General/Adult Nursing
• Master's degree or equivalent experience
• Evidence of CPD (Continuing Professional Development)
• Recognised Teaching & Assessing Course
• ILS (Intermediate Life Support) provider
• 1st Degree level education (or demonstrates ability to study at this level)
• Leadership course

Skills

• Able to advise on and systems/ processes and improvements related to the quality and efficiency of care for patients in wards / units and specialities across acute and planned care
• Ability to write clear and concise reports and present information relevant to sphere of responsibility within agreed timescales
• Excellent communicator with effective persuasion and negotiation skills and the ability to motivate and influence others
• Competence in bed management, patient flow and problem solving
• Ability to problem-solve and make decisions
• Ability to communicate effectively with different groups
• Ability to work autonomously, prioritising tasks and actions
• Ability to delegate safely
• Service improvement skills and experience
• Advanced Communication skills
• Experience of business planning or project management
• Experience of leading people through change

Knowledge

• Demonstrates a comprehensive knowledge of nursing assessment and care.
• Demonstrate a working knowledge of medical specialties, services and the subsequent management of patients within an acute setting
• Demonstrates an understanding of policy/procedure generation including philosophy around outreach/early warning scores
• Demonstrates a good understanding of NHS environment
• Demonstrates competence and sound decision‑making in the assessment of acutely ill patients
• Budgetary management, cost improvement planning and quality assessment
• Good track record of internal and external partnership working
• Management of employee relations in accordance with HR policies and procedures
• Practical experience of leading change management agendas
• Understanding clinical governance, risk assessment, appraisal and mitigation
• Operational management
• Workforce planning
• Root Cause Analysis Training experience

Experience

• Significant experience working in NHS at a senior nurse level Band 7 or above within acute hospital setting
• Significant clinical experience related to role
• Experience in managing a team.
• Experience in bed management, patient flow
• Experience of using a multi‑disciplinary approach to patient care
• Capable of working under pressure
• Emergency Department / ward based experience in a senior role

Other Role Requirements

• Please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification for further details

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.