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, [email protected]
Interview 19 August 2025
'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.
'Nursing and Midwifery are always learning in their job roles, rated 6.31 out of 10..’ (NHS Staff Survey 2024).
Benefits
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 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: Wendy Bellenger Job title: Head of Practice Education Email address:
[email protected] 
