Matron - Surgery

This is an exciting time to join the newly formed Surgical Division across the MSE, as we focus to improve the care provided for our Surgical patients.

We have 3 acute general surgical ward specialising in colorectal procedures, general surgery and urology. We also admit patients for planned procedures and emergency procedures.

We are looking for dynamic, flexible staff with leadership ability who will help the Deputy Director of Nursing for Surgery provide a welcoming, caring atmosphere in our busy wards.

It is not a traditional Matron role, as there will be ample opportunity to become and lead change management projects across the MSE.

You will be a visible, accessible, and authoritative leader in clinical areas to which patients, their families and others can turn for leadership, assistance, advice, and support.

In turn we will provide you with an supportive and fun working environment where one day is never the same and always provide a challenge

**The Matron’s Role will focus on**:
Inclusive leadership, professional standards, and accountability
Governance, patient safety and quality
Environmental cleanliness and Infection prevention and Control
Workforce planning and resource management
Patient experience and reducing health inequalities.
Performance and Operational oversight.
Digital and information technology
Education, training, and development.
Research and Development.
Collaborative working and clinical effectiveness.
Service improvement and transformation.

Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust is now one of the largest in the country, with a workforce of approximately 15,000 who serve a population of 1.2 million people.

We work together, and in conjunction with MSE Health and Care Partnership, to deliver excellent local and specialist services, to improve the health and wellbeing of our patients in a compassionate way, and provide a respectful, but vibrant place for staff to develop, innovate and build careers.

From facilities through to consultant specialists we want to be the best, to achieve this we need to recruit not just those who are the finest in their field but also those who have the potential to be. Yes, experience is important but so is outlook - if you are dynamic, forward-thinking and enthusiastic we want you to join us.

We not only offer you a good working environment with flexible working opportunities, but also the opportunity to develop your career with access to appropriate training for your job and the support to succeed and progress.

For full details about this varied and rewarding role, please see attached job description.