Deputy Sister/Charge nurse
Department: Ward 19
Band 6 pro rata if part-time
Hours: 30 Hours per week, 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.
Candidates with a disability that meet the minimum criteria will be guaranteed an interview. Disclosure and Barring Service Checks are required for new employees.
Interview date: 05/08/2025
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.
Milton Keynes is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
We care We communicate We collaborate We contribute
94% feel that their role makes a difference to patients and service users (NHS Staff Survey 2024).
- Free on-site parking
- Free refreshments
- Great flexible working opportunities
- 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.
For further details / informal visits contact: Name: .Jane Hartland Job title: Senior Sister Email address:
[email protected]