Diabetes Specialist Nurse

River Alliance of Wisconsin; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits a dedicated Band 7 Diabetes Specialist Nurse at a prominent healthcare institution in Liverpool. This role involves leading specialized assessments and managing a diverse patient caseload, contributing to innovative diabetes services. You'll collaborate with a renowned team of healthcare professionals, support patient education, and drive service improvements. If you're passionate about diabetes care and eager to make a difference in patients' lives, this part-time position offers a fulfilling environment for your professional growth and development.

Qualifications

• Experience in diabetes management and patient education.
• Registered Nurse qualification with a focus on diabetes care.

Responsibilities

• Lead assessments and manage patient caseloads in diabetes care.
• Coordinate patient reviews and contribute to multidisciplinary teams.

Skills

Diabetes Management

Patient Education

Non-Medical Prescribing

Multidisciplinary Team Coordination

Education

Registered Nurse Qualification

Diabetes Care Certification

Job description

Job Opportunity: Band 7 Diabetes Specialist Nurse

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a part-time, permanent Band 7 Diabetes Specialist Nurse at Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. The successful candidate will work within a nationally and internationally recognized diabetes team, known for its dynamic and innovative delivery of diabetes services.

Role Overview:

• Lead on specific areas of the diabetes service and support less experienced colleagues.
• Undertake specialist assessments and document management plans for multidisciplinary colleagues and healthcare practitioners.
• Lead service audits and developments.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform specialist assessments of patients with diabetes in inpatient and outpatient settings.
• Manage a patient caseload, providing expert assessment, planning, and evaluation, including medication management and insulin therapy. Non-Medical Prescribing qualification is essential.
• Coordinate and manage patient reviews and discharge processes.
• Contribute to multidisciplinary management and support patient education and self-management.
• Participate in diabetes awareness programs and activities.

Additional Information:

Work within a large, well-known team comprising diabetologists/endocrinologists, dietitians, podiatrists, pharmacists, and nurses. The role supports professional development and service improvement initiatives.

For further details, please contact Julie Brake, Diabetes Consultant Nurse.