Deputy Sister/Charge Nurse
The closing date is 29 May 2025
Job summary
Deputy Ward Sister (12 month Fixed Term/Secondment)
Department: Ward 16 / Respiratory
Band 6
Hours: 37.5 per week, all MKUH roles will be considered for flexible working
A fantastic opportunity has arisen within our female respiratory team for a band 6 junior sister /charge nurse secondment on ward 16 at MKUH. You will be expected to have oversight of the clinical area, supporting the ward manager to lead and manage the team, whilst promoting a safe environment for our patients.
Ward 16 is a 29 bedded female respiratory ward. The unit delivers care to a range of acute and chronic conditions supporting COPD, interstitial lung disease, pulmonary fibrosis, exacerbation of asthma, pulmonary oedema and respiratory failure as well as other acute treatment. The successful candidate must have good communication and organisational skills. A background in Respiratory medicine is desirable but not essential.
Interview date: Week commencing 9.06.2025
Main duties of the job
To provide specialised nursing care to patients with respiratory conditions, including assessment, treatment and ongoing support.
This role requires the post holder to lead and supervise shifts , coordinating care amongst the Multidisciplinary team and contributing to the management of the respiratory service.
Within this role you will be required to educate patients on their conditions, inhaler techniques and medication management.
To ensure that you work alongside the management team to ensure a ward environment that is safe and supportive of our patients, their families and our colleagues.
To ensure that nursing procedures are carried out in accordance with the trust policies and procedures and ensuring that safety is always maintained.
the post holder is expected to have a clear understanding of the trusts vision and values: We care, We communicate, We collaborate, We contribute
About us
We care We communicate We collaborate We contribute
When it comes to continual growth, nurses and midwives soar, achieving the highest score of 6.25/10 on the theme "We are always learning." (NHS Staff Survey 2023)
- Free on-site parking
- Free refreshments
- 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.
Details
Date posted
15 May 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 6
Salary
£37,338 to £44,962 a year Per annum pro rata
Contract
Secondment
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
430-MED25-11A
Job locations
Ward 16 (Dept)
Milton Keynes
MK6 5LD
Employer details
Employer name
Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Ward 16 (Dept)
Milton Keynes
MK6 5LD
Employer's website
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