Matron - Emergency Department

To provide professional leadership and clinical role modelling in order to inspire the nursing team in the Emergency Department.
To provide a clear focus for clinical leadership, providing a highly visible and
authoritative presence, in order to facilitate the provision of high quality care, ensuring that the needs of the patient are placed at the centre of care delivery., + Quality and Safety of Patient Care
+ Performance Management Planning and Organisation
+ Management of Financial and Physical Resources
+ Policy and Service Development Implementation
+ Management of Human Resources, Act as a clinical expert within your sphere of work
Demonstrate expert knowledge by being visible, accessible and using clinical skills within the workplace as appropriate
Provide expert advice on issues relating to nursing care
Patient Care
Respond to the concerns of patients, relatives and carers as they arise and take remedial action as required
Develop patient and carer information leaflets as required and in accordance with Trust policy
Ensure patients' basic care needs are met
Continuous review and assessment of the quality of patient care and experience
As appropriate contribute to the design and usage of the department to ensure patients are provided with an appropriate environment and that waiting areas are patient-friendly with access to toilet facilities and access for the disabled
Audit clinical care and implement recommendations as required
Maintain patients' privacy and dignity
Maintain a close liaison with PALS
Ensure staffing is appropriate to patient needs
Prioritise and manage the budget to ensure that it is used effectively to provide safe cover for areas
Ensure the availability of appropriate resources for patient care through the control of department stock
Manage the patient pathway, ensuring this provides effective and efficient quality care whilst reflecting that the clinical needs of the patient is at the centre of care delivery
Act as the patient's advocate when appropriate, when informed discussion may lead to choices being made concerning treatment options
Collaborate with other health and social agencies to facilitate the best outcome for the patient
Assess the needs of patients, relatives and carers and provide them with information as requested

King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK's largest and busiest teaching Trusts with a turnover of c£1.7 billion, 1.5 million patient contacts a year and more than 15,000 staff based across 5 main sites in South East London. The Trust provides a full range of local hospital services across its different sites, and specialist services from King's College Hospital (KCH) sites at Denmark Hill in Camberwell and at the Princess Royal University Hospital (PRUH) site in the London Borough of Bromley., King's is committed to delivering Sustainable Healthcare for All via our Green Plan. In line with national Greener NHS ambitions, we have set net zero carbon targets of 2040 for our NHS Carbon Footprint and 2045 for our NHS Carbon Footprint Plus.
Our values at King's, are that we're a kind, respectful team;
Kind. We show compassion and understanding and bring a positive attitude to our work
Respectful. We promote equality, are inclusive and honest, speaking up when needed
Team. We support each other, communicate openly, and are reassuringly professional
The trust-wide strategy Strong Roots, Global Reach is our Vision to be BOLD, Brilliant people, Outstanding care, Leaders in Research, Innovation and Education, Diversity, Equality and Inclusion (EDI) at the heart of everything we do. By being person-centred, digitally-enabled, and focused on sustainability, we can take Team King's to another level
King's is dedicated to embracing the broad diversity of our staff, patients and communities and stand firmly against all forms of prejudice and discrimination. This includes, but is not limited to, racism, ableism, homophobia, biphobia, transphobia, sexism, ageism, religious discrimination, and any other prejudiced behaviour that undermines the rights, wellbeing and identity of our staff, and patients., + Please review the documentation on our recruitment microsite, particularly the Trust's criminal records checking policy
+ All staff have a responsibility for safeguarding children and vulnerable adults and for ensuring they are aware of the specific duties relating to their role.
+ Due to a high volume of applications, this advert might close before the displayed closing date. It is therefore recommended that you apply promptly
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