Sister/Charge Nurse | Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust


Company:	Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Salary:	£39,959 - £48,117 per annum pro rata
Hours:	Part-time
Location:	Milton Keynes, MK6 5LD
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	27 Oct 2026
Closing date:	26 Nov 2026

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Summary

Sister/Charge Nurse

Department: Macmillan Unit

Band 6 £39,959 - £48,117 per annum pro rata

Hours: Part-time 20 hours per week, all MKUH roles will be considered for flexible working

We have an exciting opportunity for a Band 6 Sister/Charge Nurse to join and help lead our Haematology & Oncology Systemic Anti-Cancer Therapy (SACT) Unit, based in the state-of-the-art Cancer Centre at MKUH.

Why join us?

Opened in February 2020, our Cancer Centre is a vibrant, expanding hub of innovation and compassionate care. You will work as part of a skilled and supportive team within the Macmillan Suite, delivering high-quality, patient-centred cancer treatment to the community of Milton Keynes and surrounding areas.

What we’re looking for:

We’re seeking a dynamic and dedicated Registered Nurse with:

• A current Band 6 qualification or readiness to step into this level A SACT qualification (essential)

• Strong leadership skills and a collaborative approach

• A passion for delivering outstanding care to patients, families, and carers

What makes us different:

Our service is built around holistic, patient-focused care. We have:

• A dedicated Wellbeing Team to support recovery and quality of life

• Macmillan Information and Support Centre onsite

• Partnership with Citizens Advice Bureau

• A wide range of carer and patient support groups available

"We care We communicate We collaborate We contribute"

Please note that we are unable to provide sponsorship for this role

Interview date: 25 November 2026

The post holder will work autonomously, within their scope of practice, leading and coordinating the nursing team, ensuring the delivery of safe, effective and high-quality patient care in line with Trust policies and national standards. The post holder will deliver specialist care with specific expertise in Haematology/Oncology & Systemic Anti-Cancer Treatments (SACT).

The post holder will act as Nurse in Charge/Coordinator on a regular basis, taking responsibility for the operational management and safe running of the shift, including staff allocation, patient flow, and escalation of risk. The post holder is accountable for the delivery of care across the clinical area and the performance of the nursing team during shifts for which they are in charge.

The role includes leadership, supervision and development of staff, and responsibility for implementing and monitoring standards of care and service improvement initiatives, under the direction of the Senior Sister/Senior Charge Nurse.

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. We have just opened the Oak Wards - a new ward block featuring two 24-bed wards.

Further investment is underway, including the recently approved Women and Children’s Centre, set to open by 2030.

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In this role, you’ll work closely with the senior nursing leadership team to:

• Provide visible, professional, and compassionate leadership

• Maintain and enhance standards of clinical excellence

• Drive improvements in patient outcomes and experiences for individuals undergoing SACT

• Support the education, development, and well-being of the nursing team

Clinical responsibilities:

• Tobe responsible for the unsupervised assessment of patient care needs, ensuring appropriate assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of care, maintaining high standards of evidence-based care.

Operational management:

• Act as the Nurse in Charge/Coordinator for either the inpatient ward or SACT unit on a regular basis, coordinating the shift and ensuring safe staffing and skill mix, utilising relevant systems to do so e.g. Healthroster and Safe Care.

Professional responsibilities:

• To maintain professional registration and fulfil revalidation requirements.

Leadership, Education & Training:

• Responsible for the day-to-day supervision and direction of Registered and Unregistered Nursing colleagues and Healthcare Assistants on shift.

Please refer to the Job Description for further details.

This advert closes on Friday 6 Nov 2026

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