Diabetes Care Specialist – Community Nurse

Kent Community Health NHS Foundation Trust; Herne Bay; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A community health service in Herne Bay is seeking a Diabetes Specialist Nurse to join their community nursing team. The successful candidate will provide evidence-based diabetes care, act as a non-medical prescriber, and collaborate with various healthcare professionals. This position emphasizes personalized patient care and the use of digital tools for improved outcomes. Applicants must have a strong background in diabetes care and a commitment to diversity. Flexible working arrangements are available.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Supportive environment

Focus on equity and digital innovation

Qualifications

• Strong background in contemporary diabetic evidence-based practice.
• Non-medical prescriber qualification or willingness to obtain.
• Full UK driving licence is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide personalized diabetes care to individual patients.
• Act as a non-medical prescriber to optimise treatment plans.
• Deliver education and support to patients and families about diabetes.

Skills

Evidence-based diabetes care

Non-medical prescribing

Patient education

Collaboration with multidisciplinary teams

Utilisation of digital tools

Job description

A community health service in Herne Bay is seeking a Diabetes Specialist Nurse to join their community nursing team. The successful candidate will provide evidence-based diabetes care, act as a non-medical prescriber, and collaborate with various healthcare professionals. This position emphasizes personalized patient care and the use of digital tools for improved outcomes. Applicants must have a strong background in diabetes care and a commitment to diversity. Flexible working arrangements are available.