Vacancies Clinical Matron (PEOC Theatres) (Internal Only) Role Summary
Are you a Registered Nurse with Theatre experience or an Operating Department Practitioner ready for a new challenge? Due to maternity leave, we are looking to for a Clinical Matron to join our renowned PEOC (Princess Elizabeth Orthopaedic Centre) Operating Theatres for a 12 month secondment.
You’ll be joining a department with an outstanding reputation, working on specialised surgeries, including robotics, research studies, and supporting trauma services. The friendly and supportive team, are dedicated to providing safe, exceptional care to patients.
Make a difference as part of an NHS trust that truly values and invests in its people. Plus, enjoy a great work-life balance with Devon's two stunning coastlines, breath-taking National Parks, and vibrant cities right on your doorstep.
About the RoleMore detail about the role
As Clinical Matron for PEOC, you’ll play a key role within the surgical care group, providing professional leadership and management of 5 orthopaedic theatres. You will have responsibility and accountability for the provision of the highest standard of clinical care in the pre and perioperative setting.
In this busy and varied role, you’ll play an active part in the professional networks within the Royal Devon. You won’t be on your own, you’ll be supported by the Divisional Nurses for advice, support development and professional guidance.
- Provide visible leadership support, advice, and assistance required by patients, their families, and carers
- Focus on ensuring positive outcomes for patient/client safety, patient experience, and user engagement
- Maintain activity levels, managing service pressures & patient flow
- Ensure the highest levels of patient care and clinical outcomes
- lead on delegated projects on behalf of the Divisional Nurses
- Support to the Divisional Nurses for day to day operational issues, and deputise as required
Working Pattern:Full time, 37.5 hours a week, Monday - Friday
Interview Date:To Be Confirmed
For further information please contact:Lynne Goss, Care Group Associate Director of Patient Care,
This is an internal vacancy for Royal Devon employees
This is a fixed term contract from 07/12/2026 for 12 months. For current NHS employees this post could be a secondment opportunity.
As an inclusive employer, the Royal Devon values diversity and is committed to creating a culture of inclusivity where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. We believe in fostering a sense of belonging and actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities. We recognise the advantages of having a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve.
Preference will be given to staff with ‘Priority’ and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon.
The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust reserves the right to close vacancy when sufficient applications have been received.
The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust was established in April 2022, bringing together the expertise of both the Royal Devon and Exeter NHS Foundation Trust and Northern Devon Healthcare NHS Trust
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Stretching across Northern, Eastern and Mid Devon, we have a workforce of over 15,000 staff, making us the largest employer in Devon. Our core services, which we provide to more than 615,000 people, cover more than 2,000 square miles across Devon, while some of our specialist services cover the whole of the peninsula, extending our reach as far as Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly.
We deliver a wide range of emergency, specialist and general medical services through North Devon District Hospital and the Royal Devon and Exeter…
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