Staff Nurse | Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a compassionate Staff Nurse for the Urology Investigation Unit. This role involves delivering high-quality care to patients undergoing diagnostic procedures. Candidates should be registered nurses with some experience in urology or outpatient services. The position offers flexible working hours and comprehensive training opportunities within a supportive team environment.

Qualifications

• Registered nurse with previous experience in urology or outpatient procedures.
• Willingness to learn and develop within the specialty.

Responsibilities

• Assess and evaluate patient care in an outpatient setting.
• Prepare equipment for procedures.
• Demonstrate holistic care and provide clinical leadership.
• Contribute to the patient care pathway.
• Assist in education and training initiatives.
• Manage workload and adhere to protocols.

Skills

Compassionate care

Clinical leadership

Patient assessment

Communication skills

Education

Registered Nurse

Job description

Staff Nurse

Department: Urology Investigation Unit

Band 5 £31,049 - £37,796 Per annum, pro rata if part-time

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

Are you a compassionate and motivated nurse looking to specialise in a dynamic and supportive environment? We are seeking a dedicated Staff Nurse to join our Urology Investigation Unit, where you’ll play a key role in delivering high-quality care to patients undergoing diagnostic and minor interventional procedures.

This is an exciting opportunity to work in a fast-paced unit that supports outpatient investigations such as flexible cystoscopy, urodynamics and catheter management. You’ll be part of a multidisciplinary team committed to excellence in patient care and service innovation.

If you are a registered nurse with some previous experience in urology, outpatient procedures or diagnostic services we will offer you comprehensive training in Urology and provide career development within a supportive team.

Main duties and responsibilities

Clinical:

• Assess, develop, implement, and evaluate patient care within an outpatient setting and when receiving patients for invasive procedures.
• Prepare, assemble, and check procedure room equipment to ensure safe planning of stock as necessary.

Communication:

• Act as a role model demonstrating high standards of holistic care and provide clinical leadership across the Trust for this specialist area.
• Contribute to the patient care pathway, ensuring timely referrals are made to members of the multidisciplinary and treatment teams. This will include receiving direct referrals to the specialist nursing service from medical and nursing staff within the Trust.

Education:

• Take responsibility for own learning and development and contribute to Trust wide education and training.
• Assist in the delivery of formal and informal teaching initiatives as part of the Trust’s education strategy as agreed with the appropriate senior nurse to ensure practice development and improved care for patients.

Quality:

• Manage and co-ordinate own workload and work within the limitations of own role escalating to more senior staff to maintain safe, quality care.
• Adhere to the policies and protocols that support the specialist service as required.

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.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all sections of the community.