Job summary
Practice Development/Rapid Response Nurse
Department: Practice Education
Band 7 £47,810 - £54,710 per annum
Hours: 37.5 hours per week all MKUH roles will be considered for flexible working
This is an exciting opportunity to join the Practice Development and Rapid Response Team. This is a dual role where you will be working clinically as a rapid response nurse providing specialist and expert care to the acutely unwell patient alongside a role in practice education working as a Practice Development Nurse. The post holder will be responsible for driving quality care provision through clinical leadership, training and education of the wider workforce.
We are looking for a highly motivated individual with extensive clinical experience in an acute/critical care environment. You will be able to work autonomously to deliver specialist advice and care in relation to the acutely deteriorating patient across all inpatient areas. You will be an experienced educator and contribute to the existing practice education portfolio, which includes clinical skills training, preceptorship, leadership, and simulation.
Please contact Wendy Bellenger, Head of Practice Education for further information, wendy.bellenger@mkuh.nhs.uk
Interview 19 August 2025
Main duties of the job
'We care We communicate We collaborate We contribute'
Positively influence and improve the learning environment for all grades of nursing staff including Registered Nurses, Nursing Associates, Healthcare Support Workers, and Student Nurses.
Support the implementation of a nursing education and workforce strategy in collaboration with Head of Practice Education and senior leaders within the organisation.
Contribute to role development by encouraging nurses to broaden their understanding of healthcare provision beyond their immediate clinical and professional sphere.
Lead and co-ordinate study days for nursing staff in line with Trust priorities.
Improve the patient experience and care standards across the Trust by leading and developing education initiatives.
To provide effective role modelling and leadership through participation in clinical practice.
Actively participate in corporate and national projects.
Participate in the Rapid Response Service rota and provide expert clinical support to adult and paediatric patients when requested.
Contribute to the identification and management of acutely unwell patients including implementation of education relating to the deteriorating patient.
About us
'Nursing and Midwifery are always learning in their job roles, rated 6.31 out of 10..' (NHS Staff Survey 2024).
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 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
Education
To work collaboratively with the Head of Practice Education and other senior nurses to assess clinical educational requirements across the Organisation, identifying areas which require enhanced clinical educational input and develop appropriate competency-based programmes to meet these needs.
To facilitate the learning and continuing development of all levels of nursing staff across the Organisation, ensuring that education is responsive to service developments.
Clinical
To work in accordance with the NMC Code of Professional Conduct, and Trust Policies and Procedures
To ensure that own practice demonstrates current clinical knowledge and latest evidence-based practice.
Leadership and Management
To work collaboratively with the Corporate Nursing team and engage with the Corporate agenda with regards to Practice Development issues.
To be aware of themes and trends arising from clinical incidents and complaints. Ensuring these form part of ongoing educational and nursing development programmes.
Research
To promote research awareness by actively disseminating appropriate evidence based and research findings to clinical practice areas.
Maintain a high level of current research awareness.
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
Education
To work collaboratively with the Head of Practice Education and other senior nurses to assess clinical educational requirements across the Organisation, identifying areas which require enhanced clinical educational input and develop appropriate competency-based programmes to meet these needs.
To facilitate the learning and continuing development of all levels of nursing staff across the Organisation, ensuring that education is responsive to service developments.
Clinical
To work in accordance with the NMC Code of Professional Conduct, and Trust Policies and Procedures
To ensure that own practice demonstrates current clinical knowledge and latest evidence-based practice.
Leadership and Management
To work collaboratively with the Corporate Nursing team and engage with the Corporate agenda with regards to Practice Development issues.
To be aware of themes and trends arising from clinical incidents and complaints. Ensuring these form part of ongoing educational and nursing development programmes.
Research
To promote research awareness by actively disseminating appropriate evidence based and research findings to clinical practice areas.
Maintain a high level of current research awareness.
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
- NMC Registered Nurse (Adult) Level 1
- Qualification in acute specialty such as Critical Care, Coronary Care or ED (or equivalent experience)
- Evidence of study at Masters level
- Advanced Clinical Assessment course at Level 6/7
- Teaching qualification (Post Graduate Certificate Practice Education or equivalent)
- Assessor/Supervisor qualification or equivalent
- ALS Provider
- EPALS Provider
Desirable
- Non-medical Prescribing
- ALS/EPALS Instructor
Experience
Essential
- Significant experience of working in an acute specialty (ICU,CCU,ED)
- Senior Nurse experience (Ward Sister or ANP)
- Evidence of effective Practice Development within a clinical environment
- Evidence of successful implementation of evidence based practice within a clinical environment
- Good understanding of the audit and research process
- Evidence of effective teaching ability
- Experience of assessing the acutely unwell patient
Desirable
- Experience of Organisational Policy development
- Experience of Organisational change
Skills
Essential
- Ability to work autonomously
- Ability to manage time and prioritise own workload
- Insight into current critical care/professional issues
- Excellent problem solving skills
- Evidence of effective clinical leadership
- Evidence of advanced clinical skills (e.g. NIV, ABG)
- Competent IT Skills
Personal and people development
Essential
- Patient focused with a commitment to providing high quality care
- Flexible and adaptive
- A positive role model
- Ability to work as part of a team
- Ability to supervise staff on a day to day basis
- Evidence of continual professional development of self and others
- Motivated and innovative
Communication
Essential
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Report writing ability
- Ability to present to healthcare professionals using a variety of mediums
- Effective negotiation skills
Person Specification
Qualifications and knowledge
Essential
- NMC Registered Nurse (Adult) Level 1
- Qualification in acute specialty such as Critical Care, Coronary Care or ED (or equivalent experience)
- Evidence of study at Masters level
- Advanced Clinical Assessment course at Level 6/7
- Teaching qualification (Post Graduate Certificate Practice Education or equivalent)
- Assessor/Supervisor qualification or equivalent
- ALS Provider
- EPALS Provider
Desirable
- Non-medical Prescribing
- ALS/EPALS Instructor
Experience
Essential
- Significant experience of working in an acute specialty (ICU,CCU,ED)
- Senior Nurse experience (Ward Sister or ANP)
- Evidence of effective Practice Development within a clinical environment
- Evidence of successful implementation of evidence based practice within a clinical environment
- Good understanding of the audit and research process
- Evidence of effective teaching ability
- Experience of assessing the acutely unwell patient
Desirable
- Experience of Organisational Policy development
- Experience of Organisational change
Skills
Essential
- Ability to work autonomously
- Ability to manage time and prioritise own workload
- Insight into current critical care/professional issues
- Excellent problem solving skills
- Evidence of effective clinical leadership
- Evidence of advanced clinical skills (e.g. NIV, ABG)
- Competent IT Skills
Personal and people development
Essential
- Patient focused with a commitment to providing high quality care
- Flexible and adaptive
- A positive role model
- Ability to work as part of a team
- Ability to supervise staff on a day to day basis
- Evidence of continual professional development of self and others
- Motivated and innovative
Communication
Essential
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Report writing ability
- Ability to present to healthcare professionals using a variety of mediums
- Effective negotiation skills
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
