Are you a skilled Oncology Matron eager to embark on a rewarding journey with a world-class healthcare leader that mirrors your career goals? If so, seize the opportunity to join a dynamic team and unlock new heights of professional fulfilment!
Sanctuary Personnel, a highly established Nursing recruitment agency is recruiting on behalf of a private world-class healthcare provider, that’s recognised as one of the globe’s leading hospitals with an outstanding rating by the Care Quality Commission and proud recipients of the investors in people “Platinum Award”.
Our client is looking for an experienced Oncology Matron to join a team in Birmingham. As an Oncology Matron, you'll oversee multiple wards and teams to ensure exceptional, safe, and compassionate patient care round the clock. You'll provide nursing leadership, acting as a point of expertise on professional nursing and specialty issues. As a clinical role model, you'll inspire and empower nurses to excel in their roles, while efficiently managing financial resources and nursing staff deployment. Your role involves contributing to hospital initiatives, particularly in enhancing patient care delivery and quality.
The salary for this role is £60,000 per annum.
Main Duties and Responsibilities of the Oncology Matron:
- Providing clinical leadership and expertise in the delivery of oncology nursing care. This involves overseeing and coordinating the nursing staff to ensure high-quality patient care.
- Managing and supervising nursing staff within the oncology department, including recruitment, training, performance management, and rostering.
- Ensuring that patients receive appropriate and effective care throughout their cancer treatment journey. This includes assessing patient needs, developing care plans, and monitoring their progress.
- Implementing and monitoring quality improvement initiatives to enhance the standard of care provided to oncology patients. This may involve developing and reviewing policies and procedures, conducting audits, and implementing best practices.
- Collaborating with other healthcare professionals, including oncologists, surgeons, radiologists, and palliative care teams, to coordinate multidisciplinary care for patients.
- Providing education and training to nursing staff, patients, and their families on various aspects of cancer care, including treatment options, symptom management, and supportive care services.
- Participating in research projects and clinical trials to advance knowledge and improve treatment outcomes in oncology nursing.
- Managing resources within the oncology department, including budgeting, equipment procurement, and ensuring adequate staffing levels to meet patient needs.
- Advocating for the needs and rights of oncology patients, ensuring that they receive appropriate support and access to services.
Relevant Qualifications and Experience of the Oncology Matron:
- Registered Nurse with proven clinical expertise in Oncology.
- Certified in Chemotherapy / Systemic Anti-Cancer Therapy (SACT) competency.
- Substantial post-registration experience.
- Track record of effective leadership and practice delivery.
- Dedicated to personal professional development.
- Proficient in devising efficient workflows and enhancing service provision.
- Committed to enhancing patient care outcomes.
- Exceptional verbal and non-verbal communication abilities.
- Familiarity with pertinent hospital protocols, including Health and Safety standards.
- Completion of Health and Safety training, including proficiency in moving and handling techniques.
What can our client offer an Oncology Matron?
As a private hospital with a commitment to reinvesting profits, the facility provides tailored support and development. Additional benefits include:
- 25 days holiday each year (plus bank holidays) increasing with service, with option to buy or sell leave to suit you
- Private Healthcare Insurance for treatment at our leading hospitals
- Private pension contribution which increases with length of service
- Season Ticket Loan and Cycle to Work scheme
- Group Life Assurance from day one
- Critical illness cover
- Enhanced Maternity and Paternity pay
- Corporate staff discount for all facilities including Maternity packages
- Comprehensive range of flexible health, protection and lifestyle benefits to suit you
- Discounts with over 800 major retailers
Joining this team means becoming part of a leading healthcare provider with a rich history of over 50 years. Our client is committed to investing in the latest treatments, technology, and facilities to ensure they deliver the best possible care to our patients. If you aspire to make a meaningful impact in the lives of patients and embark on a rewarding career path in a prestigious healthcare setting, we invite you to apply and become an integral part of this esteemed team.
