Matron

Job summary

As a Matron for Community Specialist Services, you will lead and manage our teams to ensure a collaborated approach to patient care focussing on quality, experience and patient outcomes.

We are looking for a motivated and innovative leader, with a passion for quality patient care and a drive for a position of continuous improvement.

The NHS 10-year plan emphasises patient-centred care with a focus on the shift from hospital to community care. Highlighting the importance of multidisciplinary collaboration to develop and implement care plans that meet the needs of patients closer to home. The plan's focus on prevention and early intervention will require you to ensure compliance with policies and guidelines that support preventive care, health education, and early intervention programs to improve population health. The NHS 10-year plan recognizes the importance of a skilled and motivated workforce, including initiatives to support the professional development of healthcare staff, which will help you in promoting professional development and fostering a positive working environment. The plan's emphasis on patient-centred care and the integration of care pathways will require you to engage with patients, families, and carers to ensure their voices are heard and their needs are met, improving communication. You will be at the forefront of these exciting developments, leading your team to deliver innovative and high-quality care that meets the evolving needs of the community.

Main duties of the job

• Your responsibilities will include overseeing the delivery of specialist services, ensuring the implementation of best practices, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement and patient-centred care.
• Lead and manage community specialist services, ensuring the delivery of high-quality, patient-centred care.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement care plans tailored to the needs of individual patients.
• Monitor and evaluate the performance of services, identifying areas for improvement and implementing necessary changes.
• Ensure compliance with NHS policies, guidelines, and standards, maintaining a safe and effective care environment.
• Provide leadership and support to staff, promoting professional development and fostering a positive working environment.
• Engage with patients, families, and carers to ensure their voices are heard and their needs are met.

This role is for 30 hours per week

About us

The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust (TRFT) is a combined acute and community Trust serving our local population of around 270,000 people. Our vision is to always act the right way and be proud to provide exceptional healthcare to the communities of Rotherham

As a Trust we are on a journey to excellence and our people and culture are at the heart of everything we do for patients. In the latest NHS Staff Survey, we are the second most improved Trust in England for would you recommend the Trust as a place to work?, and were one of the most improved for staff engagement overall

But don't just take our word for it each year hundreds of colleagues receive nominations for our Excellence and Proud awards, showcasing our brilliant people and recognising their achievements. Our people make a difference to the lives of patients every day and we are proud of the improvements we are making

All of our colleagues are key to our journey, and we are continuing to improve our services by upholding the Trusts values of Ambitious, Caring and Together. If you are passionate about making a difference, then please apply to join us on our journey to excellence

Certificates of Sponsorship

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Employer details

Employer name

The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust

Address

The Rotherham Nhs Foundation Trust

Moorgate Road

Rotherham

South Yorkshire

S60 2UD

Employer's website

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

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Employer details

Employer name

The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust

Address

The Rotherham Nhs Foundation Trust

Moorgate Road

Rotherham

South Yorkshire

S60 2UD

Employer's website

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

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