Description
Chelsea and Westminster NHS Foundation Trust is a large teaching hospital based on two sites in the heart of London, caring for people with a range of illnesses. We are looking for an enthusiastic and innovative leader for our Chelsea site's main Outpatients team who will help support us through the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead.
The Outpatient Matron will lead and be responsible for the delivery of high-quality care and the patient experience across Outpatients through proactive clinical and professional leadership to nursing staff at all levels within their clinical area of responsibility. The post holder will need to ensure the delivery of high-quality, evidence-based, compassionate nursing, and that the workforce is managed efficiently and effectively.
Key responsibilities include:
- Leading and managing a large team of healthcare staff
- Providing leadership and professional development for nursing, support workers, and other multi-disciplinary members within the area
- Developing and implementing a divisional strategy to achieve the Trust's objectives
- Ensuring effective governance arrangements are implemented and maintained
- Providing professional advice and support to the whole multidisciplinary team in caring for patients within the outpatient setting
- Leading on the delivery of high-quality compassionate care and for further improving the patient experience
- Developing, implementing, and evaluating policies, guidelines, and protocols for the management of patients attending the department
The Trust offers a competitive salary of £66,274 to £73,496 a year, plus HCAS and SNOS, and a range of benefits including flexible working arrangements and a commitment to equality and diversity.
Job Requirements:
- Education: Nursing degree
- Experience: Registered Adult Nurse, Operational management experience in an acute hospital setting
- Desirable: MSc in Nursing, Understanding of quality assurance and experience in leading change, innovation and practice development
What We Offer:
- Competitive salary: £66,274 to £73,496 a year
- Flexible working arrangements
- Commitment to equality and diversity
- Opportunities for professional development and growth