Job Description

Job Overview

Peninsula Heart Clinic is a dedicated cardiology centre, working in partnership with the NHS to provide specialist and high-quality care for patients across the South West. We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Cardiac Matron to lead our nursing team, provide visible clinical leadership and support, and help further develop our cardiology service.

The post holder will be responsible for leading the delivery of safe, effective, high-quality care across the entire cardiology patient pathway, from pre-admission to discharge. This senior role will play a pivotal part in supporting the continuous improvement of care standards and patient outcomes, in line with national guidance and best practice.

This is an exciting opportunity for a compassionate and dynamic senior nurse with a strong background in cardiology to contribute to service innovation and lead by example in a patient-focused environment.

Salary dependent upon experience.

Responsibilities

Provide strong, visible, and accessible leadership for staff, patients, and families across all areas of the cardiology service.

Ensure the delivery of high-quality, patient-centred care that meets national standards and responds to patient feedback and clinical need.

Lead on quality improvement, patient safety initiatives, and incident investigation, embedding a culture of continuous learning and development.

Work closely with the senior clinical and operational team to support service development and the strategic planning of the cardiac pathway.

Support and develop the nursing workforce through coaching, mentoring, and performance management, ensuring robust clinical supervision and development plans.

Promote a culture of compassion, dignity, and respect for patients and staff alike.

Act as a professional role model and uphold the values and standards of Peninsula Heart Clinic and the wider NHS.

Ensure staff compliance with regulatory and statutory training, policies, and procedures.

Contribute to the clinic's governance and assurance processes, including clinical audits, risk assessments, and policy reviews.

Support the recruitment, retention, and deployment of a skilled nursing workforce.

Requirements

Registered Nurse (Adult) qualification with a current NMC registration. Significant experience in cardiology or critical care nursing, preferably in a leadership role. Strong understanding of cardiac conditions, treatments, and nursing practices. Excellent communication skills with the ability to engage effectively with patients, families, and healthcare professionals. Proven leadership abilities with experience in managing a team in a clinical setting. Ability to work well under pressure while maintaining attention to detail. Commitment to ongoing professional development and staying current with advancements in cardiac care.
We invite qualified candidates who are passionate about improving patient outcomes in cardiac health to apply for this rewarding opportunity as a Cardiac Matron.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

Additional leave Company events Employee discount On-site parking Private medical insurance Sick pay
Ability to commute/relocate:

Plymouth PL6 8DH: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:

Nursing: 4 years (required)
Work Location: In person