Diabetes Nurse Specialist

Diabetes Nurse Specialist Overview

We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Diabetes Specialist Nurse to join our friendly team at Surrey Downs Health and Care. This role involves working closely with diabetes specialist nurses, dietitians, and consultants to provide high-quality care and support for our community diabetes service.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure adherence to current NMC guidance in all areas of nursing practice.
• Establish and monitor standards of nursing assessment and care, ensuring high-quality patient outcomes.
• Maintain patient-focused nursing care while respecting patient dignity and privacy.
• Support effective communication within the diabetes team and with patients and their families.
• Conduct holistic assessments of individual patient care and initiate evidence-based care plans.
• Ensure accurate completion of clinical and legal nursing documentation.
• Represent and advocate for patients’ needs in multidisciplinary forums.
• Collaborate with healthcare professionals to support patient pathways and assessment processes.
• Administer prescribed medications safely and monitor for errors, reporting and investigating as necessary.
• Promote infection control policies and maintain a professional image in clinical practice.
• Lead quality improvement strategies within the clinical area in collaboration with the Lead Diabetes Specialist Nurse.
• Manage and supervise the diabetes nursing team, acting as a professional role model.
• Facilitate investigations of clinical incidents and implement necessary remedial actions.
• Oversee the effective management of team resources, including financial accountability.
• Develop and implement clinical protocols and guidelines for diabetes management.
• Participate in Clinical Governance and Risk Management initiatives.
• Ensure confidentiality of patient and staff information at all times.
• Organize staff rotas and manage adherence to HR policies regarding leave and absence.
• Mentor and assess nursing staff and students, providing a positive learning environment.

Requirements

• Registered Nurse with relevant post-registration qualifications.
• Experience in diabetes care and the ability to work independently.
• Strong clinical skills in diabetes management and patient education.
• Ability to conduct comprehensive assessments and develop individualized treatment plans.
• Knowledge of oral hypoglycaemic agents and insulin management.
• Experience in supervising and training junior staff and healthcare professionals.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development and maintaining training requirements.

Benefits

• Competitive salary ranging from £51,657 to £58,785 per year, pro-rata.
• Permanent contract with full-time working hours.
• Opportunity to work within a supportive and innovative healthcare environment.
• Access to professional development and training opportunities.

Degree Requirement: Not Specified

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