Job summary
Staff nurse
Department: Accident and Emergency
Band 5
Hours: 37.5 per week, pro rata if part-time, all MKUH roles will be considered for flexible working
Are you confident, competent and hardworking? We have an exciting opportunity available to join our highly skilled nursing team. We are able to offer a two week supernumerary induction period, in-house training and career progression in a fast-paced, dynamic setting.
Our busy department sees in excess of 87,000 patients a year and our dedicated staff are the key to our success. We offer a supportive environment where you will be able to learn, and develop and be encouraged to implement change. Our nurses are not afraid to embrace challenges and strive to make a positive difference for our patients.
If you are a caring and innovative nurse that strives to make a difference then we want to meet you. For further information or to arrange an informal visit please contact Senior Sister Natalie Austin on 01908 995914.
Please note that this post is subject to an initial probationary period of six months, extendable up to a period of 12 months. A DBS check may be required for new employees. MKUH promotes an inclusive workforce and proactively welcomes applications from underrepresented groups in our community.
Interview Date: 12/09/2023
Main duties of the job
To provide effective, professional and managerial leadership to staff in the absence of the Emergency Department (ED) Sister/Charge Nurse and/or Senior Staff Nurse; to be the unit representative if the ED Sister/Charge Nurse and/or Senior Staff Nurse are unavailable.
To ensure that all lines of communication are identified and used effectively; to maintain a high standard of nursing care within the framework of the Trust policies.
About us
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
Education Training
- To assist when necessary, with induction and orientation programmes for staff ensuring that the needs of the department are met.
- To participate in the sharing of knowledge with colleagues.
- To participate in in-service training programmes as required.
- To participate in student training as required ensuring that a suitable learning environment is maintained.
Professional Responsibility
- To ensure that he/she received written and oral reports on the patient's condition and treatment within a given duty span.
- To ensure that patients and their relatives needs are met in a courteous, helpful and compassionate way.
- To work closely with medical colleagues providing nursing expertise, when applicable.
- To ensure that adequate written documentation is maintained on the care of patients throughout the span of duty.
- To maintain effective communication links both formal and informal with all members of the multi-disciplinary team.
Please refer to the job description for further details
Job description
Job responsibilities
Education Training
- To assist when necessary, with induction and orientation programmes for staff ensuring that the needs of the department are met.
- To participate in the sharing of knowledge with colleagues.
- To participate in in-service training programmes as required.
- To participate in student training as required ensuring that a suitable learning environment is maintained.
Professional Responsibility
- To ensure that he/she received written and oral reports on the patient's condition and treatment within a given duty span.
- To ensure that patients and their relatives needs are met in a courteous, helpful and compassionate way.
- To work closely with medical colleagues providing nursing expertise, when applicable.
- To ensure that adequate written documentation is maintained on the care of patients throughout the span of duty.
- To maintain effective communication links both formal and informal with all members of the multi-disciplinary team.
Please refer to the job description for further details
Person Specification
Qualifications and knowledge
Essential
Desirable
Experience
Essential
- Understanding of NMC Code of Conduct
- Knowledge of current ED / Nursing Issues
- Knowledge of Scope of professional practice/revalidation
Desirable
- Awareness of Emergency Access Targets
Skills
Essential
- Motivated
- Flexible
- Able to work under pressure
- Professional approach
- Good documentation and record keeping
- Up to date clinical skills
- Diplomacy
Desirable
- Extended skills in relation to A&E practice
Personal and people development
Essential
- Team player
- Motivated
- Professional
Communication
Essential
- Good verbal and written communication skills.
Specific requirements
Essential
- Able to perform the duties of the post with reasonable aids and adaptations
Person Specification
Qualifications and knowledge
Essential
Desirable
Experience
Essential
- Understanding of NMC Code of Conduct
- Knowledge of current ED / Nursing Issues
- Knowledge of Scope of professional practice/revalidation
Desirable
- Awareness of Emergency Access Targets
Skills
Essential
- Motivated
- Flexible
- Able to work under pressure
- Professional approach
- Good documentation and record keeping
- Up to date clinical skills
- Diplomacy
Desirable
- Extended skills in relation to A&E practice
Personal and people development
Essential
- Team player
- Motivated
- Professional
Communication
Essential
- Good verbal and written communication skills.
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).
