About this role
Job summary
Planned Care Unit Sister/Charge Nurse
Department: Planned Care UnitBand: 6 £39,959 - £48,117 per annum, pro rata
15 hours per week permanent
All MKUH roles will be considered for flexible working
The Planned Care Unit (PCU) is a nurse-led day case service delivering planned infusion therapies, transfusion care and diagnostic investigations for stable adult patients. Care includes treatments such as IV iron, biologic therapies and blood transfusions, alongside a range of specialist diagnostic tests, within a supportive, patient-centred environment.
This Band 6 role involves patient assessment, IV access, infusion delivery, ongoing monitoring and safe discharge. You will work in line with Trust policies and PCU standard operating procedures and collaborate closely with pharmacy and referring clinical teams to ensure safe, timely patient care, with appropriate escalation when required.
We are seeking an experienced nurse with strong IV and assessment skills, excellent attention to detail, and a commitment to delivering safe, high-quality, patient-centred care. This secondment offers opportunities to develop specialist infusion skills, enhance clinical assessment capabilities and build advanced competence within a structured and supportive environment.
Interview date 15 July 2026
Please note that we are not able to offer sponsorship for this role
Main duties of the job
94% feel that their role makes a difference to patience and service users''NHS Survey, 2024''
'We care We communicate We collaborate We contribute'The post holder will work collaboratively within the multidisciplinary team (MDT) to deliver the highest standard of safe, effective and evidence based clinical nursing care for patients attending the PCU. This includes the provision of planned infusion therapies, diagnostic investigations and transfusion support, incorporating comprehensive patient assessment, IV access, infusion administration, monitoring and safe discharge.
The post holder will deliver high quality patient care on a daily basis and be knowledgeable in all relevant aspects of nursing practice from admission to discharge, including resuscitation and stabilisation where required. They will actively support the Senior Sisters in ensuring the efficient, safe and effective running of the unit, contributing to ongoing clinical practice development and maintaining a culture of excellence within the PCU.
About us
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.
As a medium sized general hospital, we provide a full range of general medical and surgical services, including a busy Emergency Department, Maternity, and Paediatrics. As the population of our city and surrounding areas continues to grow rapidly, we are expanding and enhancing our facilities to meet rising demand and improve access to care for all our communities.
We are also proud to offer a growing portfolio of specialist services. In January 2025 we opened our state-of-the-art Radiotherapy Centre, bringing advanced cancer treatment closer to home. Our services also include neonatology, specialist surgical care, and a wide range of diagnostics, supported by the new Community Diagnostic Centre at Whitehouse Health Centre.
Further investment is underway, including the construction of Oak Wards - a new ward block featuring two 24-bed wards - and the recently approved Women and Children's Centre, set to open by 2030.
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Job description Job responsibilities
Communicate clearly and compassionately with patients, relatives and the multidisciplinary team, ensuring timely information and effective teamwork
Use clinical judgement to assess patients, interpret observations and results, and escalate concerns appropriately
Please refer to the attached job description for further information
Person Specification
Qualifications and knowledge Essential
Evidence of development at degree level Teaching/Mentorship qualification -- evidence of teaching ability Relevant general nursing care experience at Band 5
Desirable
First line management qualification/ or equivalent History Taking and Patient Assessment course . Validated Non -Medical Prescribing qualification (V300)
Experience Essential
Evidence of management ability and leadership qualities An awareness of research and evidence-based practice in the clinical setting Evidence of continuous professional development Interest and academic ability to undertake further training within the speciality Established experience in intravenous therapy, venepuncture and cannulation Experience/appreciation of community issues/needs Experience in management of central vascular access device (CVAD) Knowledge and understanding of Same-Day Emergency Care Pathways Knowledge on patient triage Coordinating the shift in the absence of the Senior Sister/Charge Nurse Knowledge and understanding of admission avoidance and early supportive discharge Experience in the use of computers Previous experience in a leadership Role Ability to prioritise workload, instruct and direct others and able to work as a team leader Ability to facilitate change within the clinical area
Skills Essential
Evidence of continuous professional development Experience in the use of computers Clinical supervision/Coaching skill Effective influencing Skills with peer Group & senior health care professionals Venous cannulation skills Understanding and interpreting blood results Excellent clinical and practical skills Teaching and mentoring skills Evidence of sound decision making skills
Desirable
An awareness of research and evidence-based practice in the clinical setting Organizational and interpersonal skills
Personal and people development Essential
Smart professional appearance and attitude Positive and assertive manner Demonstrates personal commitment and enthusiasm Works in a calm and organised manner and works as part of a cohesive team Ability to cope with pressurised environment and able to use own initiative Ability to work independently Flexibility, able to work rotational shifts
Desirable
Good general health
Communication Essential
Excellent clinical and practical skills Ability to prioritise workload, instruct and direct others Organisational and interpersonal skills and able to work as a team leader Advocacy skill
Desirable
Good communication skills written and verbal, with the ability to demonstrate fluency, clarity and effectiveness at all levels
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
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Employer details Employer name Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Address Planned Care Unit (Dept)
Milton Keynes
MK6 5LD
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.mkuh.nhs.uk/working-at-mkuh (Opens in a new tab)