Staff Nurse - Milton Keynes - ref. m21467015
Job overview
Staff Nurse
Department Cardiac Catheter Lab
Band 5 £29,970-£36,483 per annum
Hours 37.5 hours per week, all MKUH roles will be considered for flexible working
An exciting opportunity has become available to work in the Cardiac catheter Lab at Milton Keynes University Hospital. The unit includes a 6 bedded day unit which runs morning and afternoon lists for both inpatients and outpatients.
Time management, prioritization and delegation skills are essential. Excellent communication skills are paramount as you will be liaising with a wide range of departments and members of the multidisciplinary team from within the Trust.
Experience in caring for cardiology patients is desirable.
The unit is a fast paced and exciting area to work in, as a staff nurse you will be involved in assisting for procedures such as Angiograms, Angioplasty, Pacemaker insertions, Direct Current Cardioversions (DCCV) and many other procedures.
On joining the team, you will attend a week long Trust Induction program followed by 4 weeks working alongside an existing team member, in a supernumerary capacity. During this period, you will also have the opportunity to spend time with some of the Cardiac nurse specialists, the cardiac physiologists as well as going to the CCU/ cardiology ward.
Please note that we are not able to offer sponsorship for this role
For further details or to arrange an informal visit please contact: Matron Karen Webb 01980-996424
Interview w/c 2 June 2025
Main duties of the job
'We care We communicate We collaborate We contribute'
This role will require a highly motivated and enthusiastic individual with the ability to multi task, provide support to other members of the team and deliver excellent patient care- To provide effective, professional, and managerial leadership to staff in the absence of the ward sister/charge nurse and/or senior staff nurse
- To provide and maintain a high standard of nursing care, working in accordance with trust polices and the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) code of professional conduct at all times
- To supervise and develop the knowledge and skills of junior staff and student nurses
- To initiate/facilitate developments in nursing in partnership with the ward manager
- To assist the ward sister in the review of nursing practice and service delivery so that it is reflective of the National Service Framework and the British Cardiovascular Society/European Society of Cardiology Guidelines
- To contribute to the continuing development of the unit, helping with the implementation and evaluation of new projects/developments.
- To ensure that all lines of communication are identified and used effectively; to maintain a high standard of nursing care within the framework of the trust policies
- Develop and maintain specialist knowledge of nursing practise relevant to the clinical are
- Effectively communicate information to the patient/relatives/carers and all members of the Multidisciplinary team
- Nurses and midwives lead the charge in acknowledging the significance of every voice, boasting an impressive score of 7.19/10 in the theme "We each have a voice that counts."’ (NHS Staff Survey 2023).
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
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Detailed job description and main responsibilities
As Milton Keynes University Hospital is a teaching hospital you are also expected to be a role model to our student nurses, nursing associates and medical students. You will be expected to Maintain a 100% compliance with mandatory training and to adhere to all hospital policies including the uniform policy.
Clinical- To demonstrate and promote a patient centred style of clinical practice, to assess patients prior to being admitted for cardiology diagnostic and interventional procedures.
- To monitor and care for patients pre and post cardiac procedures on the day ward.
- To demonstrate a professional approach to leadership and management of self and colleagues.
- To provide clinical support and advice to junior members of staff as appropriate.
- 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 that they carry out their duties in accordance with these frameworks and standards.
- To help to create and maintain an environment conducive to development and learning for all staff. To assist, when necessary, with induction and orientation programs for staff ensuring that the needs of the ward are met.
- Use reflective practice to enhance development of self and others.
Please refer to 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 criteria- First level General Nursing Degree (or equivalent Experience).
- BLS
- Evidence of career development
- ILS
- Mentorship qualification.
Experience
Essential criteria- Recent acute or cardiology nursing knowledge/experience.
- Knowledge of current issues in nursing
- Knowledge of NMC code of conduct
- Knowledge of essence of care.
- Knowledge of infection control.
- Current/previous Cardiac Catheter Lab knowledge/experience.
Skills
Essential criteria- Up to date clinical skills appropriate to medicine/cardiology.
- Excellent communication skills (verbal and written)
- IV drug administration
- Teaching and presentation skills
- IT skills
- Effective time management skills.
- Able to direct and supervise unregistered nurses.
- Venepuncture and cannulation.
- Diplomacy and negotiation skills
Personal and people development
Essential criteria- Motivated and enthusiastic
- Approachable
- Able to work under pressure.
- Able to work as part of the team
- Able to reflect on own practice
- Smart and presentable appearance
- Willing to learn and improve personal practice.
Communication
Essential criteria- Able to demonstrate effective communication written and verbal.
- Able to communicate effectively with other members of the MDT.