Job summary
Deputy Sister
Department: Ward 19
Band 6 pro rata if part-time
Hours: 30 Hours per week, secondment covering Maternity leave - all MKUH roles will be considered for flexible working
Are you interested in making a real difference to nursing?
We are seeking a highly motivated, experienced Nurse to assist in the leadership and development of our ward. Focusing on excellent, high quality care to our frail older patients. We are looking for someone who will bring enthusiasm, professionalism and energy to the division of Medicine Milton Keynes University Hospital
The medicine division is a friendly dedicated team, who are committed to improving services for our patients. There is a strong emphasis on team support and development, with opportunities to expand your clinical knowledge, skills and managerial/leadership experience.
If you are an enthusiastic, motivated and compassionate nurse with a minimum of 2 years experience, we invite you to apply.
For further information/informal visit contact Senior Sister Jane Hartland (01908 996436) or Caroline Harrison, Matron for Medicine on 01908 660033
We reserve the right to close posts early if we receive a sufficient volume of applications. Unfortunately only short listed applicants will be contacted.
Interview date:5/08/2025
Main duties of the job
To provide effective, professional and managerial leadership to staff.
To provide and maintain a high standard of nursing care.
To supervise and develop the knowledge and skills of junior staff.
To initiate/facilitate developments in nursing practice in partnership with the ward manager.
To be the ward representative when the ward manager is unavailable.
All staff are required to respect confidentiality of all matters that they may learn relating to their employment, other members of staff and to the general public. All staff are expected to respect the requirements under the Data Protection Act 1998.
All staff have a responsibility for safeguarding children, young people and vulnerable adults in the course of their daily duties and for ensuring that they are aware of the specific duties relating to their role.
The trust values equality and diversity in employment and in the services we provide. All staff are responsible for ensuring that the trust's policies, procedures and obligation in respect of promoting equality and diversity are adhered to in relation to both staff and services.
About us
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94% feel that their role makes a difference to patience and service users. (NHS Staff Survey 2024)
- 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.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Clinical Practice
To assess, plan, implement and evaluate care, incorporating the standards and philosophy of the ward.
To maintain accurate and comprehensive records of patient care.
To participate in setting/monitoring/auditing agreed standards of care within ward.
Professional
To demonsrate aprofessional approach to leadership and management of staff.
To provide clinical support and advice to junior members of staff.
To participate in the development of research based practice.
Management
To be responsible, in the absence of the ward manager, for total management.
To participate in the recruitment and selection of staff for ward eight.
To council staff as appropriate and inform ward manager.
To assist the ward manager to investigate patient/relative complaints.
Service Management
To assist when necessary with the definition of nursing standards and maintain the provision and effectiveness of those standards in line with clinical governance.
The post holder will ensure that they are aware of all issues relating to Clinical governance, Quality Assurance and Clinical Effectiveness and they carry out their duties in accordance with these frameworks and standards.
Education
To help to create and maintain an environment conductive to development and learning for all staff.
To assist in identifying the need for, and providing training/education in clinical, nursing and managerial techniques to all grades of staff.
To ensure all new staff receive adequate induction and orientation which is appropriate for them and the needs of the ward.
Please refer to the job description for further details.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Clinical Practice
To assess, plan, implement and evaluate care, incorporating the standards and philosophy of the ward.
To maintain accurate and comprehensive records of patient care.
To participate in setting/monitoring/auditing agreed standards of care within ward.
Professional
To demonsrate aprofessional approach to leadership and management of staff.
To provide clinical support and advice to junior members of staff.
To participate in the development of research based practice.
Management
To be responsible, in the absence of the ward manager, for total management.
To participate in the recruitment and selection of staff for ward eight.
To council staff as appropriate and inform ward manager.
To assist the ward manager to investigate patient/relative complaints.
Service Management
To assist when necessary with the definition of nursing standards and maintain the provision and effectiveness of those standards in line with clinical governance.
The post holder will ensure that they are aware of all issues relating to Clinical governance, Quality Assurance and Clinical Effectiveness and they carry out their duties in accordance with these frameworks and standards.
Education
To help to create and maintain an environment conductive to development and learning for all staff.
To assist in identifying the need for, and providing training/education in clinical, nursing and managerial techniques to all grades of staff.
To ensure all new staff receive adequate induction and orientation which is appropriate for them and the needs of the ward.
Please refer to the job description for further details.
Person Specification
Qualifications and knowledge
Essential
- RGN
- Assessor support course or equivalent
Desirable
- Degree
- Management/leadership course
Experience
Essential
- 2 years post registration
- Mentorship of student nurses
- Evidence of management and leadership
Desirable
- Experience in change management
- Evidence of staff development
Skills
Essential
- Venipuncture/Cannulation
- Administration of IV drugs
- Diplomacy and negotiation skills
- Teaching and presentation skills
- IT skills
Desirable
- Research skills
- Resource Management
Personal and people development
Essential
- Experience in managing people
Desirable
- Appraisal training
- First Line Management course or equivalent
Communication
Essential
- Able to demonstrate effective communication
Desirable
Specific requirements
Essential
- Able to perform the duties of the post with reasonable aids and adaptations
Person Specification
Qualifications and knowledge
Essential
- RGN
- Assessor support course or equivalent
Desirable
- Degree
- Management/leadership course
Experience
Essential
- 2 years post registration
- Mentorship of student nurses
- Evidence of management and leadership
Desirable
- Experience in change management
- Evidence of staff development
Skills
Essential
- Venipuncture/Cannulation
- Administration of IV drugs
- Diplomacy and negotiation skills
- Teaching and presentation skills
- IT skills
Desirable
- Research skills
- Resource Management
Personal and people development
Essential
- Experience in managing people
Desirable
- Appraisal training
- First Line Management course or equivalent
Communication
Essential
- Able to demonstrate effective communication
Desirable
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).
