Senior Matron (Theatres)

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Role Summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a skilled and passionate Registered Nurse/Allied Health Professional to join the senior leadership team in the Surgical care Group as Senior Matron for Theatre Services at Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust ("RDUH").

About the Role

For more information on the Job Description and Responsibilities please click the link below.

More detail about the role

RDUH Theatre activity is delivered across 6 different sites, across Devon. The purpose of this role is to predominately focus on theatres directly under the surgical care group. However, it is recognised that this role would provide some leadership and facilitate better collaborative working across all theatres at RDUH. The successful applicant will have a drive to continuously improve our safety culture, workforce transformation, standards of care and theatre utilisation in the context of increasing operational demands and theatre expansion. The post holder will strategically lead on set programmes of work directly linked to governance and safety (NatSSIPS2), workforce retention, recruitment, transformation & education, theatre expansion and Day Surgery pathways and utilisation.

We have recently invested in a senior operational transformation lead (Day Surgery specific) and obtained dedicated clinical consultant time (Day Surgery specific), and the role of a Senior Matron would complement these to form a strong triumvirate structure for change and improvement.

This new and exciting role requires an ambitious and dynamic leader with a proven history of delivering high-quality, safe, and efficient patient care. Drawing on your expertise and experience, you will foster a culture of continuous improvement, innovation, and excellence, shaping a shared vision for theatre care that aligns with the Transformation agenda and the Trust Strategy. You will be a collaborative team player with excellent communication skills, able to connect with and inspire others to thrive. Your ability to motivate and support your colleagues will help create a positive and encouraging environment where everyone feels empowered to perform at their best. If you are ready to lead with purpose, drive positive change, and inspire those around you, this opportunity offers the chance to make a meaningful impact.

Please note that this job description and the banding are subject to the completion of the job matching process, and there may be some small amendments required to the job description.

Working Pattern: 37.5 hours per week

Interview Date: To be confirmed

For further information please contact: Lucy Bates, Director of Patient Care (Surgical Services)onlucy.bates@nhs.net

As an inclusive employer, the Royal Devon values diversity and is committed to creating a culture of inclusivity where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. We believe in fostering a sense of belonging and actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities. We recognise the advantages of having a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve.

Preference will be given to staff with 'Priority' and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon.

The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust reserves the right to close vacancy when sufficient applications have been received.

The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust was established in April 2022, bringing together the expertise of both the Royal Devon and Exeter NHS Foundation Trust and Northern Devon Healthcare NHS Trust.

About Us

Stretching across Northern, Eastern and Mid Devon, we have a workforce of over 15,000 staff, making us the largest employer in Devon. Our core services, which we provide to more than 615,000 people, cover more than 2,000 square miles across Devon, while some of our specialist services cover the whole of the peninsula, extending our reach as far as Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly.

We deliver a wide range of emergency, specialist and general medical services through North Devon District Hospital and the Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital (Wonford). Alongside our two acute hospitals, we provide integrated health and social care services across a variety of settings, including community inpatient hospitals, outpatient clinics, and within people's own homes. We also offer primary care services, a range of specialist community services, and Sexual Assault Referral Centres (SARC).

Our state-of-the-art equipment, leading technologies and strong links to local universities put us at the forefront of research and innovations, enabling us to provide world-class care to our local communities.

Our values are at the heart of everything we do, click here to find out more

It has never been a more exciting time to join the Royal Devon, as you will help to shape our services as we continue along our integration journey.

Benefits

Looking after you is important to us.

We strive to help our staff create a healthy work-life balance through flexible working schemes and our family friendly policies.

If you are starting out in the NHS, you'll start with 27 days paid annual leave (plus bank holidays), rising to 33 days plus bank holidays.

You will benefit from access to our own comprehensive occupational health services, including counselling, onsite wellbeing activities and groups.

We will work together to maintain a culture that develops and supports you and your team.

This might include funding for a care certificate, a degree or leadership qualifications. Or it might include days off to study, engage in CPD or rotational placements to help you hone your skills. Wherever you are heading in the NHS, we will help you get there.

Salary is not the only financial benefit

You will have access to an extensive range of staff discounts on shopping, fitness and leisure options and you can spread the cost of technology and home appliance purchases from major retailers. You will also have access to other benefits including:

• National discount services such as the Blue Light Card and Health Service Discounts.
• Salary sacrifice options including our OFSTED rated outstanding nursery onsite at Exeter
• Car lease schemes.
• The NHS Pension scheme (one of the most generous and comprehensive in the UK).
• Cycle to work scheme

These are just a few of the benefits available - if the role is something you are interested in, we would love to hear from you.