Job summary
Acute Medical Assessment Unit (Ward 1)
Senior Sister/ Charge Nurse
£ 43,742- £ 50,056 per annum
37.5 Hours per week (Permanent) all MKUH roles will be considered for flexible working
We are looking for an experienced Senior Sister/ Charge nurse or experienced Junior Sister to lead our dedicated and dynamic Ward 1 team which provides acute medical care. We are looking for someone who can work collaboratively with a great nursing team and provide strong clinical leadership acting as a role model to a diverse nursing team. We work closely with the Emergency Department and other departments such as Same Day Emergency Care (SDEC).
Are you an aspiring nurse leader who is ready to take on the next challenge? This is a unique opportunity to lead the nursing team in the delivery of high-quality care that is safe, effective and provides the best possible experience for our patients. We provide high quality care to our patients with a wide variety of needs, focusing on Acute Medicine.
MKUH is committed to ensuring all staff feel valued within the organisation and there are lots of staff initiatives already available to staff including free parking.
If you would like any further information and / or informal visit, please contact Annie Sarmiento, Medical Matron on 01908660033 bleep 2160.
If you have a strong focus on improving patient experience and care and you are able to work inter professionally across boundaries, we are keen to hear from you.
Main duties of the job
To act as the professional role model, leading and co-ordinating the nursing team.
To have continuous responsibility for the management and organisation of the ward/department within the available resources.
To be accountable for the overall provision of excellent nursing care and to work collaboratively with the multidisciplinary team.
To assess the effectiveness of current practices within the ward/department and introduce innovations that lead to improved quality of care.
To maintain the highest standards of patient care at all times, ensuring that quality and compassion are your top priorities.
To develop the Ward philosophy of nursing and its contribution to the Trust's and division's nursing philosophy of care, ensuring that all policies and procedures are implemented and to lead on the development of nursing practice.
To continually review the setting of staffing levels/skill mix in accordance with the changing needs of the service and informing the Senior Nurse of any problems that may arise.
To ensure efficient management of resources, fulfilment of contractual obligations and achievement of National Standards and government targets
About us
Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, in partnership with the University of Buckingham, is a University Teaching Hospital; we conduct research and teaching on site to improve the care of our patients. The hospital is undergoing significant investment, and we are proud to be rated good by the CQC. Visit our website to catch up on our latest news.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Clinical Practice
- Act as a credible, strong and visible role model in the ward ensuring that there is regular contact with patients, carers and staff.
- Provide excellent clinical leadership by demonstrating best practice in the clinical environment, working on a one-to-one basis with both staff and patients and engaging with other members of the MDT to observe performance of care from all levels; challenging, correcting or encouraging as practice is observed, ensuring high standards are maintained.
- Ensure that there are systems in place to store, check and administer medicines in accordance with the Trust, National and NMC standards and policies.
- To promote innovative and collaborative working practice within the nursing and multi-disciplinary team, to ensure an effective working environment is developed and maintained and to ensure outside agencies are involved where appropriate.
- Representing the ward/department at meetings, participating in audit, research and other projects, whilst contributing to the development of policy Trust wide.
Please refer to the job description for further details.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Clinical Practice
- Act as a credible, strong and visible role model in the ward ensuring that there is regular contact with patients, carers and staff.
- Provide excellent clinical leadership by demonstrating best practice in the clinical environment, working on a one-to-one basis with both staff and patients and engaging with other members of the MDT to observe performance of care from all levels; challenging, correcting or encouraging as practice is observed, ensuring high standards are maintained.
- Ensure that there are systems in place to store, check and administer medicines in accordance with the Trust, National and NMC standards and policies.
- To promote innovative and collaborative working practice within the nursing and multi-disciplinary team, to ensure an effective working environment is developed and maintained and to ensure outside agencies are involved where appropriate.
- Representing the ward/department at meetings, participating in audit, research and other projects, whilst contributing to the development of policy Trust wide.
Please refer to the job description for further details.
Person Specification
Qualifications and knowledge
Essential
- RGN with 5 years relevant post registration experience.
- Relevant First Degree/ENB 237/A27 or equivalent
- ENB 998 and relevant teaching experience.
- Evidence of own updating and academic education
Desirable
- Advanced Communication skills training
Experience
Essential
- RGN with minimum 5 years post registration experience in specialty
- Experience of managing an inpatient ward
- Minimum of 2 years' experience at Band 6 level.
- Excellent communication skills
- Previous budgetary experience
- Audit awareness
Skills
Essential
- Evidence of leadership qualities
- Knowledge regarding current issues relating to nursing/education and the NHS
- Ability to demonstrate evidence-based practice / clinical effectiveness
- Risk management and clinical governance experience
Personal and people development
Essential
- Maturity / self-awareness
- Good team working skills
- Sensitivity based on knowledge
- Enthusiasm / motivation
- Good interpersonal skills
Communication
Essential
- Good verbal and non-verbal skills
Desirable
- Advanced communication course
Specific requirements
Essential
- Able to perform the duties of the post with reasonable aids and adaptations
Person Specification
Qualifications and knowledge
Essential
- RGN with 5 years relevant post registration experience.
- Relevant First Degree/ENB 237/A27 or equivalent
- ENB 998 and relevant teaching experience.
- Evidence of own updating and academic education
Desirable
- Advanced Communication skills training
Experience
Essential
- RGN with minimum 5 years post registration experience in specialty
- Experience of managing an inpatient ward
- Minimum of 2 years' experience at Band 6 level.
- Excellent communication skills
- Previous budgetary experience
- Audit awareness
Skills
Essential
- Evidence of leadership qualities
- Knowledge regarding current issues relating to nursing/education and the NHS
- Ability to demonstrate evidence-based practice / clinical effectiveness
- Risk management and clinical governance experience
Personal and people development
Essential
- Maturity / self-awareness
- Good team working skills
- Sensitivity based on knowledge
- Enthusiasm / motivation
- Good interpersonal skills
Communication
Essential
- Good verbal and non-verbal skills
Desirable
- Advanced communication course
Specific requirements
Essential
- Able to perform the duties of the post with reasonable aids and adaptations
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
