Critical Care Matron

NHS; Croydon; On-site; GBP 59,000 - 67,000; Full time

Job description

Job summary

Exciting Critical Care matron post, is this the job just right for you?

We have a new 8a role overseeing our staff and patient care in our spacious new unit following the promotion of our previous leader.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will ensure compassionate leadership and maintenance of an excellent quality of care for our patients. You must demonstrate excellent communication skills to enable proactive multidisciplinary relationships. You must be committed to staff development of all grades. The team will provide holistic patient care within the financial envelope of the department to support the Trust financial plan for 2024/5.

About us

Croydon Health Services NHS Trust provides hospital and community services from a number of community and specialist clinics throughout Croydon. The Trust was formed on 1st August 2010 through the integration of Croydon Community Health Services and Mayday Healthcare NHS Trust. Around 4,100 staff provide services for a population of over 360,000 people who are relatively young with a high level of ethnic diversity. Our main hospital site, Croydon University Hospital, is one of the busiest in London. We're also leading the way in providing more healthcare outside hospitals at clinics, specialist centres, and in people's homes. Our experienced district nursing teams, Allied Health Professionals, and community matrons look after people of all ages across Croydon. Across the NHS, everyone is working hard to meet growing demand and we're no exception. But with the right people on board, we are rising to this challenge, putting our people in the driving seat, encouraging innovation and transforming our services to give local people the quality of care they deserve. Croydon Health Services puts a great deal of importance on education and training throughout the careers of all of our staff. If you want the opportunity to have a real impact, challenge yourself and be part of an NHS Trust that's making a real difference, then a career at Croydon Health Services could be just what you're looking for.

Date posted

14 April 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 8a

Salary

£59,490 to £66,239 a year pa inc HCAS

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

199-7125392-MC

Job locations

Croydon University Hospital

London Road

Thornton Heath, Croydon

CR7 7YE

Job description Job responsibilities

Please see the attached supporting document (Job Description) which contains more information about the role.

Person Specification

General

Essential

• Ability to work clinically

Desirable

• Ability to work clinically in the critical care

Suitability for band 8 a matron critical care

Essential

• Demonstrate significant critical care experience
• Masters degree or equivalent
• Previous team leader and manager
• Mentorship or equivalent course
• NM registration as a general and critical care nurse
• ILS or higher qualification
• Previous experience as a budget manager
• Evidence of excellent communication skills

Desirable

• Counselling course
• Evidence of continuous professional development
• Evidence of IT literacy

Clinical Skills

Essential

• Completed critical care course or equivalent

Desirable

• Ability to be flexible to meet the needs of the unit

Personal skills

Essential

• Approachable and able to demonstrate advanced communication skills

Desirable

• Describes ability to manage complex communication scenario

Problem solving skills

Essential

• Leadership course

Desirable

• Can evidence problem solving skills

Research and Audit

Essential

• Has completed a research or audit formal qualification

Desirable

• Evidence of interest in leading on audit or research

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name: Croydon Health Services NHS Trust

Address:

Croydon University Hospital

London Road

Thornton Heath, Croydon

CR7 7YE

Employer's website

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