Job summary Deputy Ward Sister (12 month Fixed Term/Secondment) Department: Ward 16 / Respiratory Band 6 Hours: 37.5 per week, all MKUH roles will be considered for flexible working A fantastic opportunity has arisen within our female respiratory team for a band 6 junior sister /charge nurse secondment on ward 16 at MKUH. You will be expected to have oversight of the clinical area, supporting the ward manager to lead and manage the team, whilst promoting a safe environment for our patients. Ward 16 is a 29 bedded female respiratory ward. The unit delivers care to a range of acute and chronic conditions supporting COPD, interstitial lung disease, pulmonary fibrosis, exacerbation of asthma, pulmonary oedema and respiratory failure as well as other acute treatment. The successful candidate must have good communication and organisational skills. A background in Respiratory medicine is desirable but not essential. Interview date: Week commencing 9.06.2025 Main duties of the job To provide specialised nursing care to patients with respiratory conditions, including assessment, treatment and ongoing support. This role requires the post holder to lead and supervise shifts , coordinating care amongst the Multidisciplinary team and contributing to the management of the respiratory service. Within this role you will be required to educate patients on their conditions, inhaler techniques and medication management. To ensure that you work alongside the management team to ensure a ward environment that is safe and supportive of our patients, their families and our colleagues. To ensure that nursing procedures are carried out in accordance with the trust policies and procedures and ensuring that safety is always maintained. the post holder is expected to have a clear understanding of the trusts vision and values: We care, We communicate, We collaborate, We contribute About us We care We communicate We collaborate We contribute When it comes to continual growth, nurses and midwives soar, achieving the highest score of 6.25/10 on the theme "We are always learning." (NHS Staff Survey 2023) Free on-site parking Free refreshments Great flexible workingopportunities 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. 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Details Date posted 15 May 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 6 Salary £37,338 to £44,962 a year Per annum pro rata Contract Secondment Working pattern Full-time Reference number 430-MED25-11A Job locations Ward 16 (Dept) Milton Keynes MK6 5LD Job description Job responsibilities To contribute to the ward setting and to respiratory services by improving and monitoring standards of care within the ward To act as a positive role model and to seek opportunities in the specialist area to grow and share your knowledge base To be responsible in association with the ward manager for the formulation and implementation of individual patient care plans To participate in the holistic assessment of the patients needs To assist in the promotion of effective communication with all ward staff Promote the safeguarding needs of vulnerable patients in line with national and local policy. Please refer to the job description for further details. Job description Job responsibilities To contribute to the ward setting and to respiratory services by improving and monitoring standards of care within the ward To act as a positive role model and to seek opportunities in the specialist area to grow and share your knowledge base To be responsible in association with the ward manager for the formulation and implementation of individual patient care plans To participate in the holistic assessment of the patients needs To assist in the promotion of effective communication with all ward staff Promote the safeguarding needs of vulnerable patients in line with national and local policy. Please refer to the job description for further details. Person Specification Qualifications and knowledge Essential RGN Mentorship and Support Course or equivalent Desirable Degree Management/leadership course Experience Essential 3 years post registration Mentorship of student nurses Evidence of management and leadership Desirable Experience in change management Evidence of staff development Skills Essential Venipuncture/Cannulation Administration of IV drugs Diplomacy and negotiation skills Teaching and presentation skills IT skills Desirable Research skills Resource Management Personal and people development Essential Experience in managing people Appraisal training Desirable First Line Management course or equivalent Communication Essential Able to demonstrate effective communication Desirable Breaking Bad news course Specific requirements Essential Able to perform the duties of the post with reasonable aids and adaptations Person Specification Qualifications and knowledge Essential RGN Mentorship and Support Course or equivalent Desirable Degree Management/leadership course Experience Essential 3 years post registration Mentorship of student nurses Evidence of management and leadership Desirable Experience in change management Evidence of staff development Skills Essential Venipuncture/Cannulation Administration of IV drugs Diplomacy and negotiation skills Teaching and presentation skills IT skills Desirable Research skills Resource Management Personal and people development Essential Experience in managing people Appraisal training Desirable First Line Management course or equivalent Communication Essential Able to demonstrate effective communication Desirable Breaking Bad news course Specific requirements Essential Able to perform the duties of the post with reasonable aids and adaptations Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Employer details Employer name Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust Address Ward 16 (Dept) Milton Keynes MK6 5LD Employer's website https://www.mkuh.nhs.uk/working-at-mkuh (Opens in a new tab) Employer details Employer name Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust Address Ward 16 (Dept) Milton Keynes MK6 5LD Employer's website https://www.mkuh.nhs.uk/working-at-mkuh (Opens in a new tab). Location : Ward 16 (Dept), MK6 5LD Milton Keynes, United Kingdom