Registered nurse - Diabetes | University Hospitals of Derby and Burton NHS Foundation Trust

University Hospitals of Derby and Burton NHS Foundation Trust; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in the UK is seeking a Registered Nurse to join their Diabetes Team at Royal Derby Hospital. In this role, you will provide holistic care to patients both on the inpatient ward and in the diabetic foot clinic. Ideal candidates will possess excellent communication skills, work well in a team, and prioritise patient care. Development opportunities and various staff benefits are offered, and the position is set to close on 7 Oct 2025.

Benefits

Employee assistance programme

Discounted gym membership

Onsite fitness classes

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse qualification required.
• Experience in a similar role preferred.
• Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Assess patients and initiate treatment plans.
• Manage patient flow through timely discharges and transfers.
• Implement individualised care plans in accordance with Trust policies.

Skills

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Adaptability

Job description

We have an exciting opportunity for a Registered Nurse to join our growing Diabetes Team to work on our Diabetic ward (Ward 216) and in our Diabetic Foot clinic.

Based at Royal Derby Hospital, you will work within the diabetes team supporting our multidisciplinary team (MDT) to provide individualised, holistic care in a safe and caring environment. This will be within the Diabetic foot clinic and the diabetic ward.

You will be expected to work as part of our 27 bedded inpatient ward and have all the responsibilities of a general adult nurse within our medicine division and also be part of our diabetic foot clinic team.

Collaborating and sharing information within the Diabetes team, UHDB team and where necessary with our Community Partners.

We will offer a thorough induction package where the opportunity to enhance your clinical skills such as venepuncture, cannulations and wound care.

We require a candidate that is organised, resilient and adaptable. We expect to see excellent communication skills both verbal and written. Above all else, we require quality patient care to be your priority at all times.

The job role requires assessment of patient's, initiating treatment plan, managing deteriorating patient's and assisting with patient flow through completing timely discharges and transfers to ward areas.

Ward 216 can be a fast-paced but exhilarating and highly rewarding place to work. We are dedicated to the promotion of staff well-being and there is always lots of support available from the senior nursing team.

In consultation with the MDT, prioritise, implement and evaluate patient care, in accordance with Trust polices, procedures, protocols and guidelines.

Undertake a range of extended clinical procedures relevant to the clinical area, in support of registered nurses and to ensure the implementation of individualised care plans. E.g. wound care and management, dressings and treating diabetic wound and general ward work.

Communicate effectively by giving, receiving and interpreting information so that appropriate action can be taken within the boundary of the role.

Work in partnership with all members of the interdisciplinary team both internal and external to the Trust to ensure continuity of care for the patient.

Reflect on own practice to identify future personal developments. Where appropriate, provide information to assist others in their personal development.

As a trusted organisation at the heart of our communities, we recognise the important role we can play in supporting the public, patients, our own people and local partners in achieving the best of health for the local population and the communities in which they live by providing Exceptional Care Together.

Our fundamental Values of Compassion, Openness and Excellence underpin how we intend to work as a Trust and the associated behaviours are becoming embedded in all aspects of how we work.

In return, we will offer:

• Development opportunities, including both professional and leadership development
• On-going support through every step of the way from recruitment to when you join our team and beyond
• A variety of other staff benefits including employee assistance programme, discounted gym membership, onsite fitness classes, car schemes

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all sections of the community.

Please note that this advert closes on Tuesday 7 Oct 2025.