Diabetes Specialist Nurse

Diabetes Specialist Nurse Overview

The Diabetes Specialist Nurse position at University Hospitals of North Midlands NHS Trust is designed for individuals who are passionate about providing high-quality, patient-focused care in the diabetes specialty. The role involves offering expert guidance and support to patients, their families, and healthcare professionals, ensuring that care aligns with current evidence-based practices.

The successful candidate will work closely with Clinical Nurse Specialists (CNS) to manage inpatient diabetes care and will also handle their own caseload in outpatient and community settings. Responsibilities include running nurse-led clinics and supporting multidisciplinary team (MDT) clinics, such as antenatal, renal, and young persons clinics, to address the complex healthcare needs of diabetes patients.

Key responsibilities include:

• Delivering high-quality, person-centered care based on evidence-based practices.
• Providing education and support to patients and caregivers to enhance self-management of diabetes.
• Assessing inpatient care needs and advising ward staff on diabetes management.
• Contributing to the identification of diabetes healthcare needs in the local health economy.
• Supervising and mentoring junior team members.

To qualify for this role, candidates must have:

• A degree in a relevant field.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
• A portfolio of professional development activities.
• Experience in a diabetes specialty (desirable).
• A non-medical prescribing qualification (desirable).
• The ability to prioritize workload and work autonomously.
• Current UK professional registration.

Benefits of the position include a competitive salary between £39,959 and £48,117 per annum, a permanent contract, and opportunities for professional growth within a diverse and inclusive work environment.

Applications from individuals requiring Skilled Worker sponsorship to work in the UK are encouraged and will be considered alongside all other applications.

Degree Requirement: Bachelor’s

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