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- Prif leoliad
- Medicine
- Gradd
- Band 7
- Contract
- Parhaol
- Oriau
- Rhan-amser - 15 awr yr wythnos
- Cyfeirnod y swydd
- 430-MED26-944A
- Cyflogwr
- Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
- Math o gyflogwr
- NHS
- Gwefan
- SDEC (Dept)
- Tref
- Milton Keynes
- Cyflog
- £49,387 - £56,515 per annum pro rata
- Cyfnod cyflog
- Yn flynyddol
- Yn cau
- 30/10/2026 23:59
Teitl cyflogwr
SDEC Operational Senior Sister/Senior Charge Nurse
Band 7
At Milton Keynes University Hospital, you will be welcomed into a friendly and supportive environment where teamwork and respect are at the heart of everything we do. We are proud to live our Trust values and behaviours every day, creating a culture where everyone feels heard and valued.
MKUH staff's Motivation and Involvement scores are among the highest in our peer group, showing that our people feel inspired and included in decision-making (Staff Survey, 2024).
Our benefits
We believe in recognising and rewarding the amazing contribution of our staff and that is why we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your wellbeing, work-life balance, and professional growth, including:
- Free on-site parking including EV charging
- Complimentary refreshments
- Flexible working arrangements
- Discounted gym membership
- Salary sacrifice car scheme
- Generous annual leave, with the option to bank holiday entitlement
- Membership of the NHS Pension Scheme
- On-site nursery (charges apply)
- A wide-ranging staff health and wellbeing programme including EAP
- VIVUP products to support your mental, physical, and financial Wellbeing
Trosolwg o'r swydd
Same – Day Emergency Care (SDEC) Senior Sister/ Senior Charge Nurse
Band 7 - £ 49,387- £ 56,515 per annum pro rata
15 hours per week all MKUH roles will be considered for flexible working
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Senior Sister/ Senior Charge Nurse to provide nursing leadership to the most dynamic team of Same Day Emergency Care Unit (SDEC) Medicine in Maple Center which opened in October 2022 which provides same-day emergency care for patients at our hospital. This means that patients are assessed, treated and can go home the same day without being admitted overnight.
It's a way of providing safe care, designed for the needs of the patient. The service also aims to prevent unnecessary admissions and provide a better experience for patients.
We are unable to sponsor this role
interview date: week commencing 09 November 2026
The post holder will be responsible in managing and leading all nursing staff to deliver the highest standards of care in SDEC. The post holder will manage the front door specialist services such as Outpatient Parenteral Antimicrobial Therapy (OPAT), Veno-thromboembolism (VTE), Anticoagulant Bridging Clinic and Planned Care Unit.
If you have a strong focus on improving patient experience and care and you are able to work inter professionally across boundaries, we are keen to hear from you.
Prif ddyletswyddau'r swydd
This team always knows what their work responsibilities are, scoring 93%.
The aim of this role is to ensure that all patients presenting with medical conditions receive rapid assessment and treatment within the same day, in line with national SDEC standards. The post holder will lead by example in delivering safe, evidence-based care, supporting clinical decision-making and promoting best practice across the multidisciplinary team. The post holder will identify opportunities for innovation and lead quality improvement initiatives to enhance the effectiveness and sustainability of the SDEC model
Gweithio i'n sefydliad
Milton Keynes University Hospital, in proud partnership with the University of Buckingham, is a University Teaching Hospital committed to advancing patient care through cutting-edge research and education. With a “Good” rating from the CQC and significant investment underway, this is an exciting time to join our team and grow your career.
As a medium sized general hospital, we provide a full range of general medical and surgical services, including a busy Emergency Department, Maternity, and Paediatrics. As the population of our city and surrounding areas continues to grow rapidly, we are expanding and enhancing our facilities to meet rising demand and improve access to care for all our communities.
We are also proud to offer a growing portfolio of specialist services. In January 2025 we opened our state-of-the-art Radiotherapy Centre, bringing advanced cancer treatment closer to home. Our services also include neonatology, specialist surgical care, and a wide range of diagnostics, supported by the new Community Diagnostic Centre at Whitehouse Health Centre. We have just opened the Oak Wards - a new ward block featuring two 24-bed wards.
Further investment is underway, including the recently approved Women and Children’s Centre, set to open by 2030.
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Swydd-ddisgrifiad a phrif gyfrifoldebau manwl
Clinical
To act as clinical expert and role model, assessing patients’ needs and then planning, delivering, and evaluating a complex programme of care for them within the SDEC model of care.
To communicate complex and sensitive information regarding patients and their medical conditions with other clinicians within the Trust, to enhance continuity of patient care when transferring into and out of the department
Management
To participate in the development of the departments policies ensuring that they reflect the strategic plans of the Trust.
Plan and organise staff allocations, managing and being accountable for the SDEC team to ensure effective use of allotted time
Education and professional development
To participate in the education and development of all grades of staff.
To actively lead and develop staff training to create and maintain a sustainable nursing team.
General
To work within and promote the NMC Code of Professional Conduct.
To continually develop and promote the department’s philosophy of care and its contribution to the CSU’s overall philosophy of care.
Please refer to the attached job description for further information
Manyleb y person
Qualifications and knowledge
Meini prawf hanfodol
- Registered Nurse
- Master’s qualification or equivalent level of qualification or experience
- Awareness of relevant national guidelines and regulatory requirements
Meini prawf dymunol
- Recognised teaching qualification
- Patient Assessment course
- Non- medical prescribing
Experience
Meini prawf hanfodol
- Significant post-registration experience in acute medicine or emergency care
- Proven leadership and team management experience
- Experience in managing patient flow and coordinating multidisciplinary teams
- Involvement in service development or quality improvement projects
Meini prawf dymunol
- • Experience in ambulatory care or Same Day Emergency Care (SDEC) settings
Skills
Meini prawf hanfodol
- Excellent clinical assessment and decision-making skills
- Strong leadership and communication abilities
- Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Competent in using clinical systems and digital tools
- Strong leadership ability
- Excellent time management
- Able to work under pressure and to tight deadlines
- Confident in the management of change
- • Able to challenge poor practice and provide constructive plans for improvement
Meini prawf dymunol
- Previous budgetary experience
Personal and people development
Meini prawf hanfodol
- Dynamic leadership qualities
- Effective team member
- Committed to celebrating success
- Compassionate and patient-focused
- Resilient and adaptable
- Collaborative and team-oriented
- Committed to professional development and service improvement
- Able to influence and inspire others
Communication
Meini prawf hanfodol
- Excellent communication skills
- Able to represent SDEC as a clinical expert both within the department and across the Trust
- Professional image and communication style
- Ability to communicate complex clinical information clearly to patients, families, and colleagues
- Skilled in conflict resolution and managing sensitive conversations
- Able to lead and contribute effectively to multidisciplinary meetings
Bathodynnau ardystio / achredu cyflogwyr
Gofynion ymgeisio
Rhaid i chi gael cofrestriad proffesiynol priodol yn y DU.
Mae'r swydd hon yn ddarostyngedig i Orchymyn Deddf Adsefydlu Troseddwyr 1974 (Eithriadau) 1975 (Diwygio) (Cymru a Lloegr) 2020 a bydd angen cyflwyno Datgeliad i'r Gwasanaeth Datgelu a Gwahardd.
Dogfennau i'w lawrlwytho
Rhagor o fanylion / cyswllt ar gyfer ymweliadau anffurfiol
- Enw
- Annie Sarmiento
- Teitl y swydd
- Medical Matron
- Cyfeiriad ebost
- [email protected]
- Rhif ffôn
- 01908 996441
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