Diabetes Nurse

Midlands Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust; West Midlands; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An NHS Trust in the UK is seeking an NMC Registered Band 6 Nurse to enhance Diabetes support and interventions within the community. The ideal candidate will have extensive skills in Diabetes management and education, playing a vital role in patient support and staff training. This position promises professional development opportunities and a chance to work collaboratively in a dynamic healthcare environment. Applicants should possess initiative and creativity in problem-solving, and be prepared to travel independently across a large area.

Benefits

Career development opportunities

Ongoing training and support

Qualifications

• Extensive and demonstrable skills in Diabetes management.
• Interest in teaching and mentorship for healthcare professionals and patients.
• Ability to travel independently across a large geographical area.

Responsibilities

• Support and educate patients to improve quality of Diabetes care.
• Provide assessment of complex/specialist care/support needs.
• Demonstrate leadership and management responsibilities.

Skills

Diabetes management

Education and mentorship

Initiative in problem-solving

Education

Accredited course in Diabetes

Job description

Overview

We have an exciting opportunity for a NMC Registered Band 6 Nurse to join our Diabetes Specialist Service based in North Staffordshire.

You will join our team of Specialist Nurses, Consultants, Educators, and Administration staff. The aim of the service is to provide Specialist Diabetes support and interventions within the Community and across the primary care network through nurse led clinics and home visits.

Key Qualifications

You must have extensive and demonstrable skills specifically in Diabetes management and will ideally hold an accredited course in Diabetes or demonstrate a keen interest in Diabetes management with a keen interest in education, teaching and mentorship for health care professionals and patients.

Responsibilities

You will additionally play a key role in supporting and educating patients, as well as community and practice staff to improve the quality of Diabetes care.

This opportunity will support professional development and enhance Diabetes knowledge. Non-medical prescribing, whilst not essential would be advantageous.

You will be required to travel independently across a large geographical area.

Key Areas of Focus

• Diabetes care and management.
• Provide assessment of complex/specialist care/support needs and in the development, implementation, and evaluation of care/support packages.
• Provide supervisory, training and leadership responsibilities where appropriate and will have some responsibility for team performance and service developments/improvements.
• Demonstrate initiative and be creative in finding solutions to problems.
• Work with the team leader undertaking delegated tasks in team management.

Why Join Us

Come and work with us at our award-winning NHS Trust, leading the way for trying new and better ways of working to help improve life for our local communities.

About Our Trust

We have around 9,000 staff who provide physical and mental healthcare, support for people with learning disabilities, and adult social care across Staffordshire, Stoke-on-Trent, Shropshire, and Telford & Wrekin. We also run regional and national services, including help for new parents (perinatal care), eating disorders, forensic services, sexual health, and support for people in prison with mental health, drug, or alcohol problems.

We offer great career development for both clinical and non-clinical roles, with ongoing training and support to help you learn and grow.

We are United in our Uniqueness and committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels welcome and can be themselves, no matter their background or identity. We want our staff to feel supported and valued, and we aim to build a team that reflects the communities we serve. Together, we can make sure every voice is heard, and every difference is respected.

Additional Information

Please note, we may be required to close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications.

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