HOSPITAL DEPARTMENTAL (MATERNITY) MATRON (1 POST)

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3. HOSPITAL DEPARTMENTAL (MATERNITY) MATRON (1 POST)
Reports to Chief Nursing Officer

Job Summary
The Hospital Departmental Matron is a senior nursing leadership role responsible for overseeing the overall management and coordination of patient care services within a hospital department. The Matron provides strategic leadership, direction, and guidance to ensure the delivery of high-quality, patient-centered care.

Duties and Responsibilities

-Provides clinical leadership and expertise to the nursing team, promoting evidence-based practice and high-quality patient care.
-Develops and implements clinical policies, procedures, and standards to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and accreditation standards.
-Collaborates with other departments to ensure seamless integration of patient care services.
-Oversees the day-to-day operations of patient care services, ensuring efficient and effective use of resources.
-Manages the hospital's bed management and patient flow processes.
-Develops and implements strategies to improve patient satisfaction and experience.
-Develops and implements quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient outcomes and safety.
-Oversees the hospital's infection prevention and control program.
-Collaborates with other departments to identify and mitigate risks, ensuring a safe and healthy environment.
-Develops and implements strategies to recruit, retain, and develop nursing talent.
-Oversees the development and implementation of nursing education and training programs.
-Fosters a positive and inclusive work environment, promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion.
-Serves as the primary liaison between the nursing department and other departments, stakeholders, and external partners.
-Communicates effectively with the executive leadership team, board of directors, and other stakeholders.
-Collaborates with other healthcare organizations and professional nursing organizations to advance nursing practice and healthcare.
-Stays up-to-date with current best practices and research findings.

Qualifications and Experience

Education
-BSc in Nursing, and Diploma in Nursing Administration.
-Masters Degree in Nursing will be an added advantage.

Experience
-10 years with 5 years in a senior leadership role.
-Proven track record of successful leadership, strategic planning and quality improvement.

Skills
-Strong leadership, communication and interpersonal skills.
-Ability to think strategically, critically, and creatively.
-Strong analytic and problem solving skills.
-Ability to build and maintain effective relationships with the diverse stake holders.

Certification
Current registration with the Nurses Council of Zimbabwe

How to Apply

All applications will be treated in strictest confidence. Applications, which should include a Curriculum Vitae (giving full personal particulars of applicant, including full names, place and date of birth, qualifications, employment and experience, present salary, telephone numbers and the names, addresses (including e-mail) and telephone numbers of three contactable referees) and copies of certificates must be addressed to:

The Senior Assistant Registrar
Human Resources Department
National University of Science and Technology
P O Box AC 939Ascot
Bulawayo, ZIMBABWE

And e-mailed to: recruitment@nust.ac.zw in a single pdf file clearly indicating the position being applied for in the subject line.

The National University of Science and Technology is an equal opportunity employer. In the interest of promoting gender parity, female candidates are encouraged to apply.

The closing date for receipt of applications is Thursday, 31 July, 2025.

ONLY SHORTLISTED CANDIDATES WILL BE CONTACTED.

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