Acute Learning Disabilities Liaison Nurse

Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a compassionate Acute Learning Disabilities Liaison Nurse to enhance the lives of adults with learning disabilities. This role is pivotal in providing expert advice, advocating for patient needs, and ensuring compliance with the Equality Act 2010. Join a dynamic team dedicated to improving patient outcomes and developing specialist skills in a supportive environment. With flexible working opportunities and a commitment to staff well-being, this position offers a fulfilling career path in a University Teaching Hospital setting. If you are passionate about making a difference, this role is for you.

Benefits

Free on-site parking

Free refreshments

Flexible working opportunities

Discounted gym membership

Lease car scheme

Generous leave and pension schemes

On-site nursery

Staff health and well-being programs

Qualifications

• Experience in acute healthcare settings working with learning disabilities.
• Ability to provide expert advice and advocate for patients.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert advice to staff and advocate for patients with learning disabilities.
• Ensure reasonable adjustments are made under the Equality Act 2010.

Skills

Compassionate Care

Advocacy for Patients

Holistic Needs Assessment

Knowledge of Equality Act 2010

Education

Registered Nurse Qualification

Job description

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Band 6 - £37,338 - £44,962 per annum

Hours: 37.5 per week, all MKUH roles will be considered for flexible working

Are you an experienced and compassionate Registered Nurse eager to make a meaningful impact in the lives of adults with learning disabilities in an acute healthcare setting?

Department: Safeguarding

Milton Keynes University Hospital is seeking a dynamic nurse to join as a Learning Disability Liaison Nurse. You will provide expert advice to staff, advocate for patients with learning disabilities, and ensure reasonable adjustments are made under the Equality Act 2010. This role offers a chance to develop specialist skills, contribute to cultural change, and improve patient outcomes.

For more details, click here. For informal visits, contact Sarah Sandham at Ext: 86716 or Mobile: [phone].

Interview date: 5 June 2025

Learning disability nurses address holistic needs of people with learning disabilities requiring physical health treatment, enhancing quality of care, dignity, and health outcomes, while improving staff skills in the acute setting. This service is vital for some of society’s most vulnerable.

Staff at MKUH report high job satisfaction, with 81% looking forward to work and 69.4% valuing learning opportunities (NHS Staff Survey 2023).

Our values: We Care, We Communicate, We Collaborate, We Contribute.

Benefits

• Free on-site parking
• Free refreshments
• Flexible working opportunities
• Discounted gym membership
• Lease car scheme
• Generous leave and pension schemes
• On-site nursery (charges apply)
• Staff health and well-being programs

We are a University Teaching Hospital partnering with the University of Buckingham, conducting research and teaching to improve patient care. Rated 'good' by CQC, we are undergoing significant investment. Visit our website for updates.

Contact: Sarah Sandham, Head of Safeguarding, at [e-mail] or 01908 996716.