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Modern Matron inWatford inWatford PUBLISHED FRI 3 JAN 2025

Band 8a: £55,877 to £62,626 a year Per Annum, inclusive of HCAS  PERMANENT  GOOD SALARY 

FAMILY MULTI-DISCIPLINARY

Central London Community Health Trust Follow Central London Community Health Trust

Opportunity to lead and shape multidisciplinary inpatient care and rehabilitation services in Hertfordshire.
Engagement in high-quality care delivery and continuous improvement initiatives to enhance patient and family experience.
Collaboration with a dedicated team of professionals, including Clinical Lead Therapists and Ward Managers, fostering a supportive work environment.
Accountability for professional nursing leadership, allowing for personal growth and the development of strong managerial skills.
Involvement in implementing innovative practices and standards, contributing to the advancement of healthcare delivery.
Key role in ensuring infection prevention and safety, promoting best practices that have a direct impact on patient outcomes.
Ability to contribute to key performance indicators and strategic activities, positioning the role as influential within the organization.
The role of Modern Matron at Central London Community Health Trust in Watford involves leading and supporting high-quality integrated multi-disciplinary in-patient care and rehabilitation services for Hertfordshire residents. The successful candidate will work closely with various stakeholders, including the Clinical Service Manager, Clinical Lead Therapists, and Ward Managers, to enhance services at two rehabilitation units: Midway and Holywell. Key responsibilities include ensuring the delivery of quality care, monitoring standards, promoting best practices related to infection prevention, and fostering continuous quality improvement and professional development among staff.

The Modern Matron will also be accountable for effective nursing leadership and resource management, contributing to key performance indicators and strategic activities. This position is integral to shaping the patient and family experience while maintaining a clean and safe environment in compliance with Trust policies and guidelines. The post-holder will oversee the Nursing Ward Manager and support the overall management and leadership of bedded rehabilitation services.
Opportunity to lead and shape multidisciplinary inpatient care and rehabilitation services in Hertfordshire.
Engagement in high-quality care delivery and continuous improvement initiatives to enhance patient and family experience.
Collaboration with a dedicated team of professionals, including Clinical Lead Therapists and Ward Managers, fostering a supportive work environment.
Accountability for professional nursing leadership, allowing for personal growth and the development of strong managerial skills.
Involvement in implementing innovative practices and standards, contributing to the advancement of healthcare delivery.
Key role in ensuring infection prevention and safety, promoting best practices that have a direct impact on patient outcomes.
Ability to contribute to key performance indicators and strategic activities, positioning the role as influential within the organization.

Here are 5 questions you could be asked if you apply for this job: Start practice interview...
1. Can you describe your experience in leading a multi-disciplinary team within a healthcare setting? How have you fostered collaboration among team members?
2. What strategies would you implement to ensure effective communication and engagement between you and the Ward Managers, Clinical Lead Therapists, and other staff members?
3. How do you approach performance management and staff development? Can you provide an example of a successful initiative you've led in this area?
4. What is your understanding of the Matron's Charter and how would you apply its principles in your role?
5. Can you give an example of a continuous quality improvement project you've been involved in? What was your role, and what were the outcomes?
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1. Can you describe your experience in leading a multi-disciplinary team within a healthcare setting? How have you fostered collaboration among team members?
2. What strategies would you implement to ensure effective communication and engagement between you and the Ward Managers, Clinical Lead Therapists, and other staff members?
3. How do you approach performance management and staff development? Can you provide an example of a successful initiative you've led in this area?
4. What is your understanding of the Matron's Charter and how would you apply its principles in your role?
5. Can you give an example of a continuous quality improvement project you've been involved in? What was your role, and what were the outcomes?
Useful skills for a Modern Matron:
To work as a Modern Matron in the UK, particularly in the National Health Service (NHS), you should possess a mix of clinical and managerial skills, along with specific attributes that support leadership and patient care. Here are some key skills and qualifications required for the role:
1. Clinical Expertise
- Nursing Qualifications: You should be a registered nurse with a valid UK nursing registration (NMC).
- Specialized Knowledge: Experience and knowledge in a particular area of practice (e.g., surgical, medical, pediatrics) can be beneficial.
2. Leadership and Management Skills
- Team Leadership: Ability to lead, inspire, and manage nursing teams effectively.
- Service Improvement: Skills in implementing and managing changes to improve services and patient care.
- Conflict Resolution: Experience in dealing with and resolving conflicts within teams or between staff and patients.
3. Communication Skills
- Effective Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills to interact with patients, families, and staff at all levels.
- Patient Advocacy: Ability to advocate for patients’ needs and preferences within the healthcare system.
4. Organizational Skills
- Time Management: Proficient in prioritizing tasks and managing time effectively in a busy healthcare environment.
- Resource Management: Skills in managing budgets, resources, and workforce planning.
5. Quality Assurance & Safety
- Risk Management: Understanding of health and safety regulations, and ability to implement protocols to minimize risks.
- Quality Improvement: Experience in auditing clinical practices and implementing quality improvement initiatives.
6. Training and Development
- Mentorship Skills: Ability to mentor and support the professional development of nursing staff.
- Teaching Skills: Capability to provide education and training to staff and patients.
7. Emotional Intelligence
- Empathy and Compassion: Strong patient-centered approach with the ability to understand and respond to emotional needs.
- Resilience: Ability to handle stress and remain composed in challenging situations.
8. Knowledge of Policies and Regulations
- Understanding of NHS Frameworks: Familiarity with governmental policies, NHS frameworks, and healthcare regulations.
- Quality Standards: Knowledge of standards set by organizations such as the Care Quality Commission (CQC).
9. Information Technology
- IT Proficiency: Competency in using electronic health records, databases, and other digital tools to support patient care and management.
Qualifications and Experience
- Many positions require a minimum of several years of clinical experience, often including time spent in senior nursing roles.
- Additional qualifications, such as a postgraduate degree in management or leadership in healthcare, may be advantageous.
 


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