Job summary
- Main area
- Cancer Support
- Grade
- Band 7
- Contract
- Permanent
- Hours
- Full time - 37.5 hours per week
- Job ref
- 430-CC25-54A
- Employer
- Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
- Employer type
- NHS
- Site
- Ward 25 (Dept)
- Town
- Milton Keynes
- Salary
- £46,148 - £52,809 per annum
- Salary period
- Yearly
- Closing
- 14/05/2025 23:59
- Interview date
- 04/06/2025
Employer heading
Senior Sister
Band 7
MKUH staff scored highest for ‘I look forward to coming to work’ (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
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 overview
Senior Sister
Department: Ward 25
Band 7: £46,148 - £52,809 per annum
Full-time, Hours: 37.5hrs per week, all MKUH roles will be considered for flexible working
A fantastic opportunity has arisen within our Cancer Service for an opportunity as a Senior Sister on Ward 25 at MKUH. The team aspire to provide exceptional care for the public of Milton Keynes, we are looking for a passionate, enthusiastic, proactive and motivated Registered Nurse to assist us to achieve our aspirations. Are you that nurse?
The post holder will work on service development and governance to ensure the Ward maintains high national and peer review standards.
This rapidly expanding modern and busy centre offers many training opportunities for their staff, recent developments have led to the opening of our cancer centre in February 2020. A forward thinking & supportive Management Team, Nurse Practitioners, Palliative Care Team & Macmillan Information and Support Centre support this developing service.
We passionately believe in holistic care, with a newly established wellbeing team to enhance the recovery package for patients living with and beyond cancer. We have Citizen Advice Bureau onsite and offer a wide range of carers and patient support groups.
Opportunities to develop both clinical & managerial skills & for further study.
*Unfortunately we are unable to provide sponsorship for this role*
Interview date: 4th June 2025
Main duties of the job
The successful candidate will work alongside the current senior structure within the Cancer Centre, collaborating to ensure the provision of high quality, visible, professional leadership, setting and maintaining standards of clinical excellence, improving outcomes and experiences for patients, families, and carers within the Haematology service. Experience and understanding caring for patients with cancer and a nationally recognised Systemic Anti-Cancer Therapy course is essential.
Working for our organisation
"We Care We Communicate We Collaborate We Contribute"
"A staggering 94.2% of nurses and midwives feel the impact of their roles of patients, underlining their integral contribution to healthcare" (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 tea and coffee
- 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.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
- To act as the professional role model, leading and co-ordinating the nursing team.
- To have continuous responsibility for the management and organisation of the ward/department within the available resources.
- To be accountable for the overall provision of excellent nursing care and to work collaboratively with the multidisciplinary team.
- To assess the effectiveness of current practices within the ward/department and introduce innovations that lead to improved quality of care.
Clinical practice:
- Act as a credible, strong and visible role model in the ward ensuring that there is regular contact with patients, carers and staff.
Management:
- To participate in the development of Divisional and Trust policies, ensuring that they reflect the strategic plans of the Trust.
Education:
- Take a lead role in the education and assessment of all nursing staff and pre and post registration students ensuring an appropriate learning environment in accordance with the University and Trust requirements.
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 criteria
- RGN with relevant post registration experience.
- Relevant First Degree/ENB 237/A27 or equivalent
- Chemotherapy course
- ENB 998 and relevant teaching experience.
- Evidence of own updating and academic education
Desirable criteria
- Advanced Communication skills training
Experience
Essential criteria
- RGN with relevant post registration experience in specialty
- Experience of managing cancer inpatient ward including inpatient Systemic Anti- Cancer Therapy.
- Relevant experience at Band 6 level.
- Excellent communication skills
- Previous budgetary experience
- Knowledge of clinical trials and their use within a Systemic Anti-Cancer Therapy setting
Desirable criteria
- Audit awareness
- Knowledge of Peer review process
Skills
Essential criteria
- Proven ability in cannulation and administration of Systemic Anti-Cancer Therapy
- Knowledge relating to pathways and treatment for solid tumours and haematological malignancies
- Evidence of leadership qualities
- Management of CVAD’s
Personal and people development
Essential criteria
- Maturity / self awareness
- Good team working skills
- Sensitivity based on knowledge
- Enthusiasm / motivation
- Good interpersonal skills
Communication
Essential criteria
- Good verbal and non-verbal skills
- Advanced communication course
Specific requirements
Essential criteria
- Able to perform the duties of the post with reasonable aids and adaptations
Employer certification / accreditation badges
Applicant requirements
You must have appropriate UK professional registration.
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Documents to download
Further details / informal visits contact
- Name
- Alison Sandaver
- Job title
- Lead Cancer Nurse
- Email address
- [email protected]
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