Evaluating the role of modern matrons

Leadership for learning: a literature study of leadership for learning in clinical practice

“…(2005) cites mentors and matrons as key stakeholders in regard to determining the number of learners who can be accommodated in particular clinical areas. And Scott et al. (2005), in their national evaluation of the modern matron role, list nursing education as a core function of modern matrons but provide no further discussion on this topic.…”

“…Of the research papers which do explicitly refer to leadership roles and student nurses, Hutchings et al (2005) cites mentors and matrons as key stakeholders in regard to determining the number of learners who can be accommodated in particular clinical areas. And Scott et al (2005), in their national evaluation of the modern matron role, list nursing education as a core function of modern matrons but provide no further discussion on this topic. Rather vague references are made to student nurse learning in two commentary papers; Carlowe (2002) reports one matron seeing her role as including supervision of students and Mercer (2002) stresses the need for modern matrons to have an appreciation of the value of learning.…”

To explore and understand the leadership experiences of modern matrons, within an acute NHS Trust

“…Previous studies appear to suggest that leadership is a major factor in influencing the matronsÕ effectiveness (Cole 2002, Barbour & Dodd 2007, Dealey et al 2007, Smith 2008b. When highlighting the importance of effective leadership, many studies advocate a transformational leadership style for matrons (Hill & Hadfield 2005, Keeley et al 2005, Scott et al 2005, Dealey et al 2007, Clark 2008, Koteyko & Nerlich 2008. However, attributes and actions associated with transformational leadership may not be adequate or broad enough to meet the demands of senior nursing roles within the NHS (McIntosh & Tolson 2008).…”

“…Several studies, (Scott et al 2005, Barbour & Dodd 2007, Gould 2008, Smith 2008b reported that the modern matrons demonstrated leadership ÔqualitiesÕ and ÔresponsibilitiesÕ, but provide little evidence regarding how these attributes were demonstrated. Read et al (2004) implied that the matrons within their study had to rely on their own leadership qualities to achieve their goals, particularly through using interpersonal and communication skills.…”

“…When highlighting the importance of effective leadership, many studies advocate a transformational leadership style for matrons (Hill & Hadfield 2005, Keeley et al. 2005, Scott et al. 2005, Dealey et al.…”