About this role
Job summary
A unique opportunity to work as part of the clinical team at St Roccos Hospice
Matron in-patient unit 0.8 WTE
Salary £49,000 to £55,000 (WTE pro rata, dependent on experience)
Are you a compassionate and visionary healthcare leader with a heart for palliative care?
Were seeking an experienced and dynamic Matron for in-patient to lead and inspire our multi-professional teams.
This is a rare opportunity to take on a pivotal leadership role in a well-respected, forward-thinking organisation. Your work will make a meaningful difference to individuals with life-limiting illnesses and the people who care for them.
Please contact Chief Operating Officer Sara-Marie Black for an informal discussion or to arrange a visit
Main duties of the job
About the Role
Reporting directly to the Chief Operating Officer and forming part of the Senior Clinical Team, you will provide values-led, strategic leadership across clinical services, quality governance, and education. Youll champion innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvementensuring regulatory excellence and the highest standards of care.
Key responsibilities include;
Senior Clinical Experience and Leadership Evidence based practice Education and development Operational oversight
About us About St. Rocco's Hospice
St Roccos ethos is to support people in the Warrington community from the moment they are diagnosed with an illness that is no longer curable. We look after people over the age of 18 years with any kind of life-limiting illness, this can include heart failure, respiratory conditions, and neurological diseases.
We also support families and loved ones. When someone is ill, life can be turned upside down for their family and for friends and carers. Thats why were here for everyone that needs us, for as long as they need.
Our services are free of charge, and we care for our community across Warrington and we aim to be available to our patients and those important to them every step of the way and our specialist care extends to the very end of life. The patient is always at the heart of everything we do.
Our care is holistic, which means that we support all needs of the patients we care for. This includes physical, psychological, social and/or spiritual support. We work closely with health and social care professionals so that our care is the best it can be to help our patients get the most from life.
People often tell us they wish they had spoken to us sooner because we can make sure a positive difference to their quality of life and wellbeing.
Job description Job responsibilities
IPU Matron and Registered ManagerJob SummaryWe have an exciting opportunity for an experienced senior nurse to join St Rocco's Hospice as IPU Matron and Registered Manager.
Reporting to the Chief Operating Officer, the post holder will provide strategic, professional and operational leadership for the In-Patient Unit whilst holding responsibility as the CQC Registered Manager for clinical services across the organisation.
As a senior clinician, you will demonstrate expert clinical judgement, advanced decision-making and a commitment to delivering outstanding specialist palliative and end of life care. You will work collaboratively with the Chief Operating Officer, Medical Director and senior clinical teams to develop services, support workforce development and ensure the delivery of safe, effective and compassionate care.
The successful candidate will be a highly visible leader who promotes a positive culture of clinical excellence, innovation, quality improvement and continuous learning, while championing the hospice's values and behaviours.
Main Duties of the JobProvide leadership and operational management for the In-Patient Unit and support the wider delivery of clinical services across the hospice.Hold responsibility as the CQC Registered Manager for clinical services and ensure compliance with all relevant regulatory requirements.Support the Chief Operating Officer and Medical Director in the development and implementation of clinical strategy and service improvement initiatives.Ensure the delivery of high-quality, patient-centred specialist palliative and end of life care in line with NMC, CQC and organisational standards.Act as a visible role model, promoting a culture of compassion, professionalism, accountability and continuous improvement.Exercise advanced clinical judgement and decision-making in the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of patient care.Lead and support multidisciplinary teams to provide safe, effective and responsive services.Work collaboratively with the Outreach Matron to ensure seamless delivery of care across inpatient and community services.Maintain oversight of clinical governance, risk management, incident reporting, safeguarding and quality assurance processes.Lead workforce planning activities, ensuring appropriate staffing levels, skill mix and effective use of resources.Supervise, mentor, appraise and develop staff to support professional growth and high standards of performance.Support the development and implementation of evidence-based practice, clinical audit and service evaluation.Ensure accurate clinical records and documentation are maintained in accordance with legal, professional and organisational requirements.Work in partnership with healthcare providers, social care organisations, voluntary sector partners and local stakeholders to support integrated care pathways.Promote patient and family involvement in service development and quality improvement initiatives.Monitor performance, activity and patient experience data, reporting outcomes, trends and risks to senior leadership.Work collaboratively within agreed budgets and support the effective use of resources across clinical services.Promote a culture of health and safety, infection prevention, safeguarding and information governance throughout the organisation.Act as an ambassador for St Rocco's Hospice and promote hospice services within the local health and care community.Person RequirementsThe successful candidate will be a Registered Nurse with current NMC registration and substantial experience within palliative care, hospice care or a related clinical setting. Applicants should demonstrate significant experience of leading clinical teams, service development, quality improvement and change management.
A degree in Nursing (or willingness to work towards one), relevant palliative care qualifications and the ability to meet the requirements for CQC Registered Manager registration are essential.
Excellent communication, leadership and relationship-building skills are required, together with a commitment to delivering outstanding patient-centered care and supporting staff to achieve their full potential.
Additional InformationPlease refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for full details of the role, responsibilities and essential criteria. The post holder may be required to undertake additional duties in line with the evolving needs of the service.
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
Education/Qualifications 1st level Registered General Nurse. First Degree in Nursing or willing to work towards. Relevant additional qualification/s in palliative care. Meet the CQC criteria and interview process to enable registration of registered manager with CQC. Knowledge/experience/skills Significant experience of working in a community environment Demonstrate a high level of experience in delivering palliative care Significant experience of managing and developing people Experience of leading and managing change Experience of mentoring staff Leadership qualities Experience of using IT software Independent working Organisational and interpersonal skills Record keeping Time management Communication Clinical Audit Report writing and presentation skills Critical thinking Advanced Communication skills training Senior Leadership / Management 2 year experience at senior level Personal Qualities Ability to work flexibly to demands and managing an unpredictable work pattern. Ability to work as part of a team, actively contribute to its success but make difficult decisions as required. Advocate of change Positive mindset and role model of hospice values and behaviours Additional Requirements Reliable and prepared to work outside normal hours as appropriate. Car driver with, a current valid driving licence with insurance to cover for business purposes.
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 St. Rocco’s Hospice
Address Lockton Lane
Bewsey
Warrington
Cheshire
WA5 0BW
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.stroccos.org.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)