We have an exciting opportunity for a Patient safety Improvement Matron based at HMP Berwyn in North wales.

This is a new post within the health and wellbeing team and is an excellent opportunity for the post holder who will act as the professional nurse lead providing clinical advice, leadership development, monitoring and management of all nursing resources across the health teams ensuring the delivery of a high quality, patient centred service.

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.

Main duties of the job

This is a challenging but rewarding role for an individual who is an excellent communicator, confident and able to exercise strong leadership and management skills. As part of the Healthcare Team you will be instrumental in developing and implementing the Clinical Governance and Patient Safety frameworks and in giving professional advice in relation to the development of improvement in patient safety, within HMP Berwyn. You will be responsible for the planning of improvement coordination within the health service and fostering effective working relationships with HMPPS, prison colleagues and other stakeholders.

About us

If you relish a challenge, have a passion to help others or simply fancy a fresh start, then Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) North Wales, has all the right ingredients. The largest health organisation in Wales, providing a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and elective hospital services for a population of around 700,000, across North Wales . Join our team and get the support you need, in line with our Organisational Values and 'Proud to Lead' competence framework.

Enjoy being part of working with engaged leadership at all levels, and be assured we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and are proud to welcome applicants under the Disability Confident Employer scheme.

Please check your email account regularly. Successful applicants will receive all recruitment related correspondence via the email account registered on the application form.

Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.

Please note that any offer of employment will be subject to the successful receipt of a DBS and prison vetting clearances.

Please note if your application is successful and you are invited to interview, they will be held on site at HMP Berwyn to ensure candidates have an understanding of the environment. Requests for virtual interviews will not be accepted.

Job description

Job responsibilities

In return we can offer you:

• Training and development so that you can excel in your role
• Access to national and local partner agencies for networking
• Management and clinical supervision
• A workplace mentor to support you in developing your skills

You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered nurse
• Masters Degree or equivalent experience in Nursing or health related subject or working towards with completion in three years
• Significant relevant experience in a managerial post

Desirable

• Post-graduate management qualification

Experience

Essential

• Experience of improving quality for patients, staff and service
• Experience of managing and leading a broad range of staff

Employer details

Employer name

Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board

Address

HMP Berwyn

Bridge Road North, Wrexham Industrial Estate

Wrexham

LL13 9QE

Any attachments will be accessible after you click to apply.

050-HMP-NMR020-0924