Registered Nurse (including Newly Qualified)
| Posting date: | 11 August 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | £31,049 - £37,796 per annum, pro rata |
| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 11 September 2025 |
| Location: | Milton Keynes, MK6 5LD |
| Company: | Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 7395284/430-MED25-200A |
Summary
A Vacancy at Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust.
Registered Nurse (including Newly Qualified)
DepartmentMedicine
Band 5£31,049 - £37,796 Per annum, pro rata
Hours:30 per week, with possibility of full time hours in future. All MKUH roles will be considered for flexible working.
Milton Keynes University Hospital is seeking dedicated and compassionateRegistered Nurses (including newly, recently or soon to be Qualified Registered Nurses)to join our Medical Division.
As a Registered Nurse, experienced or newly/recently/soon to be qualified, we invite you to step into the next chapter of your professional journey and make a real impact at MKUH. We are looking for passionate Nurses ready to bring empathy and excellence to patient care.
We are offering 30 hour contracts, with a possibility to increase to full time hours in the future, and are looking for Nurses to work in Acute Medicine, Frailty, Respiratory and on our Discharge ready ward. There are also opportunities in our Cancer Centre and with our partners in the community; they will join us on the interview day.
If you are interested in applying and would like to find out more about these positions, working at MKUH and how to submit a high quality application please join one a Teams webinar on Monday 18 August at 6pm Join our free webinar
Interviews will be held on Wednesday 3rd September 2025 between 3pm and 7pm.
We care We communicate We collaborate We contribute'
As a Registered Nurse at MKUH, you will play a vital role in making sure our patients receive care that’s not only safe and effective, but also delivered with kindness and professionalism.
Your dedication will help us create a supportive, respectful environment where patients feel truly cared for. We'll be excited to receive your application and hopefully meet you at interview and look forward to the incredible difference you’ll make!
Whether you're stepping into your first nursing role or looking to take the next step in your career we’re here to support your growth. Guided by our Trust’s values and policies, we’re committed to helping you deliver exceptional care through ongoing education and development. You’ll have access to courses designed to enhance your practice; Newly Qualified Nurses will be fully supported through a structured one-year Preceptorship Programme.
'Nursing and Midwifery feel strongly that their team works well together to achieve their objectives, managing great team work continuously, 63.7% support this.' (NHS Staff Survey 2024).
We believe in recognising and rewarding the amazing contribution of our staff which 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
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.
The main duties of the role listed below are those we expect our Registered Nurses to be competent and confident to perform by the end of their Preceptorship Programme. Support and guidance will be provided by our Practice Education team, your Ward Sister/Charge Nurse and your fellow Registered Nurses to enable you to transfer the skills you gained during your training into practice in our hospital.
Clinical Responsibilities
• To be responsible for the assessment of patient care needs and the development, implementation, and evaluation of plans of care ensuring high standards of evidence-based care.
• To recognise changes in patients conditions and respond appropriately in line with Trust policies.
Professional Responsibilities
• Maintain professional behaviour at all times, promoting and representing the organisation with a positive image in line with the Trust's values.
• To comply with Trust policies and practice within the NMC Standards and guidelines.
Management and Leadership Responsibilities
• To supervise unqualified staff, to ensure that they have the knowledge, skills and resources to carry out delegated aspects of care.
• To participate in student training, as required, ensuring that a suitable learning environment is maintained.
Education and Training
• To assist, when necessary, with induction and orientation programmes for staff ensuring that the needs of the ward are met.
• To participate in the sharing of knowledge with colleagues.
Service Management
• To keep abreast of issues relating to Clinical Governance, Quality Assurance and Clinical Effectiveness and carry out duties in accordance with these frameworks and standards.
• To assist, when necessary, with the initiation and evaluation of projects or research within the ward. To assist the Ward Sister/Charge Nurse to set objectives for self-evaluating any change and helping to initiate same.
General Responsibilities
• To undertake specific responsibilities individually negotiated to reflect the practitioners skills and interests and the needs of the ward.
• To develop high standards of nursing care, reflecting the beliefs about nursing practice outlined in the ward philosophy and Trust values.
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.
This advert closes on Thursday 21 Aug 2025
Registered Nurse (including Newly Qualified)
DepartmentMedicine
Band 5£31,049 - £37,796 Per annum, pro rata
Hours:30 per week, with possibility of full time hours in future. All MKUH roles will be considered for flexible working.
Milton Keynes University Hospital is seeking dedicated and compassionateRegistered Nurses (including newly, recently or soon to be Qualified Registered Nurses)to join our Medical Division.
As a Registered Nurse, experienced or newly/recently/soon to be qualified, we invite you to step into the next chapter of your professional journey and make a real impact at MKUH. We are looking for passionate Nurses ready to bring empathy and excellence to patient care.
We are offering 30 hour contracts, with a possibility to increase to full time hours in the future, and are looking for Nurses to work in Acute Medicine, Frailty, Respiratory and on our Discharge ready ward. There are also opportunities in our Cancer Centre and with our partners in the community; they will join us on the interview day.
If you are interested in applying and would like to find out more about these positions, working at MKUH and how to submit a high quality application please join one a Teams webinar on Monday 18 August at 6pm Join our free webinar
Interviews will be held on Wednesday 3rd September 2025 between 3pm and 7pm.
We care We communicate We collaborate We contribute'
As a Registered Nurse at MKUH, you will play a vital role in making sure our patients receive care that’s not only safe and effective, but also delivered with kindness and professionalism.
Your dedication will help us create a supportive, respectful environment where patients feel truly cared for. We'll be excited to receive your application and hopefully meet you at interview and look forward to the incredible difference you’ll make!
Whether you're stepping into your first nursing role or looking to take the next step in your career we’re here to support your growth. Guided by our Trust’s values and policies, we’re committed to helping you deliver exceptional care through ongoing education and development. You’ll have access to courses designed to enhance your practice; Newly Qualified Nurses will be fully supported through a structured one-year Preceptorship Programme.
'Nursing and Midwifery feel strongly that their team works well together to achieve their objectives, managing great team work continuously, 63.7% support this.' (NHS Staff Survey 2024).
We believe in recognising and rewarding the amazing contribution of our staff which 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
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.
The main duties of the role listed below are those we expect our Registered Nurses to be competent and confident to perform by the end of their Preceptorship Programme. Support and guidance will be provided by our Practice Education team, your Ward Sister/Charge Nurse and your fellow Registered Nurses to enable you to transfer the skills you gained during your training into practice in our hospital.
Clinical Responsibilities
• To be responsible for the assessment of patient care needs and the development, implementation, and evaluation of plans of care ensuring high standards of evidence-based care.
• To recognise changes in patients conditions and respond appropriately in line with Trust policies.
Professional Responsibilities
• Maintain professional behaviour at all times, promoting and representing the organisation with a positive image in line with the Trust's values.
• To comply with Trust policies and practice within the NMC Standards and guidelines.
Management and Leadership Responsibilities
• To supervise unqualified staff, to ensure that they have the knowledge, skills and resources to carry out delegated aspects of care.
• To participate in student training, as required, ensuring that a suitable learning environment is maintained.
Education and Training
• To assist, when necessary, with induction and orientation programmes for staff ensuring that the needs of the ward are met.
• To participate in the sharing of knowledge with colleagues.
Service Management
• To keep abreast of issues relating to Clinical Governance, Quality Assurance and Clinical Effectiveness and carry out duties in accordance with these frameworks and standards.
• To assist, when necessary, with the initiation and evaluation of projects or research within the ward. To assist the Ward Sister/Charge Nurse to set objectives for self-evaluating any change and helping to initiate same.
General Responsibilities
• To undertake specific responsibilities individually negotiated to reflect the practitioners skills and interests and the needs of the ward.
• To develop high standards of nursing care, reflecting the beliefs about nursing practice outlined in the ward philosophy and Trust values.
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.
This advert closes on Thursday 21 Aug 2025