Job summary
Staff Nurse
Department: Ward 25
Full-time & Fixed-term maternity cover available
Band 5: £29,970 - £36,483 per annum (if Part-time and Fixed-term per annum pro rata)
Hours: Various, all MKUH roles will be considered for flexible working
A fantastic opportunity has arisen within our Cancer Service for an opportunity as a Registered General Nurse on ward 25 at MKUH both permanent & fixed-term roles available.
The team aspire to provide exceptional care for the public of Milton Keynes, as such we are looking for a passionate, enthusiastic, proactive and motivated Registered Nurse to assist us to achieve our aspirations. Are you that nurse?
Youwill work alongside the current senior structure within the Cancer Centre, collaborating to ensure the provision of high quality, visible, professional leadership, setting and maintaining standards of clinical excellence, improving outcomes and experiences for patients, families & carers within the Haematology service.Experience & understanding caring for patients with cancer & a nationally recognised Systemic Anti-Cancer Therapy course is desirable.
We passionately believe in holistic care, with a newly established wellbeing team to enhance the recovery package for patients living with & beyond cancer. We have Citizen Advice Bureau onsite and offer a wide range of carers & patient support groups.
*Please note that we are unable to provide sponsorship for this role*
Interview date: 3 June 2025
Main duties of the job
- Provide a high standard of individualised care to patients, acting as a role model for the Team other professionals and students.
- To support and deputise in the absence of the Senior and or Junior Sister. To ensure that resources are used effectively and the day-to-day management of a co-ordinated department.
Opportunities to develop both clinical & managerial skills & for further study.
About us
"We Care We Communicate We Collaborate We Contribute"
"A staggering 94.2% of nurses and midwives feel the impact of their roles of patients, underlining their integral contribution to healthcare" (NHS Staff Survey 2023).
You can expect a warm welcome at Milton Keynes University Hospital, our staff are friendly and welcoming. We listen to each other and work together to embed our Trusts values and behaviours. At MKUH we appreciate our staff and reward them with an outstanding benefits package including:
- Free on-site parking
- Free tea and coffee
- Great flexible workingopportunities
- Discounted gym membership
- Lease car scheme
- Generous annual leave and pension scheme
- On site nursery (chargeable)
- Extensive staff health and well-being programme
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
The post holder will work on service development and governance to ensure the Ward maintains high national and peer review standards. This rapidly expanding modern and busy centre offers many training opportunities for their staff, recent developments have led to the opening of our cancer centre in February 2020. A forward thinking & supportive Management Team, Nurse Practitioners, Palliative Care Team & Macmillan Information and Support Centre support this developing service.
Professional:
- To demonstrate continuous development of professional skills and knowledge.
- To comply with all hospital policies and to practice within NMC standards and guidelines.
Management & Clinical:
- To be aware of the Trusts Nursing and Midwifery Strategy.
- To assess, plan and implement care for allocated patients
Education:
- To participate in ensuring that the departments environment is conducive to teaching and learning.
- To act as mentor/assessor to student nurses and adaptation students.
Please refer to the Job Description for further details
We believe success lies in the diversity of our employees and are committed to promoting equality, encouraging diversity and embracing inclusion. We welcome applications from everyone interested in working for us.
MKUH is committed to equal opportunities and improving the working lives of our staff and as such we offer a range of flexible working practices.
We reserve the right to expire vacancies prior to the advertised closing date once a sufficient number of applications have been received.
MKUH uses identification scanning technology to confirm the authenticity of documents; all prospective employees of MKUH will have their original documents verified using this technology.
By applying for this role, you accept if successful, that information from your application will be transferred into the national NHS Electronic Staff Record (ESR) system. Your personal data may be transferred from the Trust to another NHS organisation where your employment transfers within the NHS. This is in accordance with the streamlining programme which aims at saving you time and improving efficiencies within the NHS when your employment transfers.
Upon commencing employment with the Trust, all employees (except Medical & Dental Staff on national terms and conditions) are subject to a probationary period lasting a period of six months with an option to extend for a further six months to a total of 12 months.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post holder will work on service development and governance to ensure the Ward maintains high national and peer review standards. This rapidly expanding modern and busy centre offers many training opportunities for their staff, recent developments have led to the opening of our cancer centre in February 2020. A forward thinking & supportive Management Team, Nurse Practitioners, Palliative Care Team & Macmillan Information and Support Centre support this developing service.
Professional:
- To demonstrate continuous development of professional skills and knowledge.
- To comply with all hospital policies and to practice within NMC standards and guidelines.
Management & Clinical:
- To be aware of the Trusts Nursing and Midwifery Strategy.
- To assess, plan and implement care for allocated patients
Education:
- To participate in ensuring that the departments environment is conducive to teaching and learning.
- To act as mentor/assessor to student nurses and adaptation students.
Please refer to the Job Description for further details
We believe success lies in the diversity of our employees and are committed to promoting equality, encouraging diversity and embracing inclusion. We welcome applications from everyone interested in working for us.
MKUH is committed to equal opportunities and improving the working lives of our staff and as such we offer a range of flexible working practices.
We reserve the right to expire vacancies prior to the advertised closing date once a sufficient number of applications have been received.
MKUH uses identification scanning technology to confirm the authenticity of documents; all prospective employees of MKUH will have their original documents verified using this technology.
By applying for this role, you accept if successful, that information from your application will be transferred into the national NHS Electronic Staff Record (ESR) system. Your personal data may be transferred from the Trust to another NHS organisation where your employment transfers within the NHS. This is in accordance with the streamlining programme which aims at saving you time and improving efficiencies within the NHS when your employment transfers.
Upon commencing employment with the Trust, all employees (except Medical & Dental Staff on national terms and conditions) are subject to a probationary period lasting a period of six months with an option to extend for a further six months to a total of 12 months.
Person Specification
Qualifications and knowledge
Essential
- Registered Nurse.
- Professional/clinical knowledge acquired through training to degree/diploma level
Desirable
- SACT (systemic anti-cancer treatment) qualification /experience
- ILS
Experience
Essential
- Understanding of the NMC Code of Conduct.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work within a multidisciplinary team, using own initiative and judgment.
Desirable
- Knowledge of current SACT/Nursing issues.
- Evidence of ongoing professional development.
- Team Leader in the absence of senior manager.
- Awareness of National SACT peer review measures
Skills
Essential
- Motivational Skills.
- Ability to cope with tight deadlines and competing priorities.
- Professional Approach.
- IT Skills.
- Flexible.
- Cannulation/venepuncture.
Desirable
Personal and people development
Essential
- Evidence of continuous professional development.
Desirable
- Mentorship Course or willing to undertake Course.
Communication
Essential
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Numerate/literate.
Specific requirements
Essential
- Able to perform the duties of the post with reasonable aids and adaptations.
- To be proactive.
- Autonomous working as required.
Desirable
- To provide clinical leadership and support to other members of the team.
Person Specification
Qualifications and knowledge
Essential
- Registered Nurse.
- Professional/clinical knowledge acquired through training to degree/diploma level
Desirable
- SACT (systemic anti-cancer treatment) qualification /experience
- ILS
Experience
Essential
- Understanding of the NMC Code of Conduct.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work within a multidisciplinary team, using own initiative and judgment.
Desirable
- Knowledge of current SACT/Nursing issues.
- Evidence of ongoing professional development.
- Team Leader in the absence of senior manager.
- Awareness of National SACT peer review measures
Skills
Essential
- Motivational Skills.
- Ability to cope with tight deadlines and competing priorities.
- Professional Approach.
- IT Skills.
- Flexible.
- Cannulation/venepuncture.
Desirable
Personal and people development
Essential
- Evidence of continuous professional development.
Desirable
- Mentorship Course or willing to undertake Course.
Communication
Essential
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Numerate/literate.
Specific requirements
Essential
- Able to perform the duties of the post with reasonable aids and adaptations.
- To be proactive.
- Autonomous working as required.
Desirable
- To provide clinical leadership and support to other members of the team.
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).
