Staff Nurse - Diabetes and Endocrinology

NHS; Manchester; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits for a dedicated staff nurse to join a dynamic acute specialist ward focusing on diabetes and endocrinology. This role offers a supportive environment to develop clinical and leadership skills while collaborating closely with experienced consultants and specialist nurses. Ideal for those eager to advance their careers, this position not only emphasizes compassionate patient care but also fosters professional growth in a busy, engaging setting. Join a leading NHS Trust committed to transforming healthcare and promoting staff wellbeing, where your contributions will truly make a difference.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse with a focus on diabetes and endocrinology care.
• Experience in a multidisciplinary team environment.

Responsibilities

• Assess, plan, evaluate, and deliver patient care with compassion.
• Manage clinical team and ensure high standards of patient care.

Skills

Patient Care

Clinical Governance

Mentoring

Leadership

Compassionate Care

Education

Nursing Degree

Job description

Job summary

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a staff nurse to join our acute specialist Diabetes and Endocrinology ward, Ward A7. It is a 28-bed, mixed gender ward caring for acute and chronic diabetes and endocrine patients.

Ward A7 offers an excellent learning environment with five Consultants treating a wide variety of conditions. This role provides a great opportunity to learn a new specialty with close collaboration with Consultants and Specialist Nurses, ideal for those seeking career advancement in Diabetes, Endocrinology, or leadership roles.

Ward A7 is suitable for compassionate, enthusiastic, and highly motivated nurses interested in working on a busy acute ward, aiming to develop clinical and leadership skills for career progression. Applicants will be supported and encouraged to develop their leadership style and future goals.

Please note this vacancy may close early if a sufficient number of suitable applications are received.

Main duties of the job

1. Assess, plan, evaluate, and deliver patient care with compassion and sensitivity.
2. Work closely with the multidisciplinary team and contribute to clinical governance.
3. Act as a mentor/preceptor to junior staff and pre-registration students.
4. Manage the clinical team and ensure high standards of patient care on a shift basis.
5. Ensure smooth ward operations, including patient admissions, transfers, and discharges.
6. Commit to high standards of nursing care and making a positive impact on patient care.

In return, we offer a supportive work environment and opportunities for career development in this dynamic environment.

About us

MFT is one of the largest NHS Trusts in England with a turnover of £2.8bn, creating an integrated health and social care system for over 1 million patients annually.

Bringing together 10 hospitals and community services across Manchester, Trafford, and beyond, we promote collaboration and transformation, encouraging our 30,000 staff to achieve their goals. We are a digitally enabled organization, having launched Hive, our Electronic Patient Record system, in September 2022.

We are a major academic Research Centre and Education provider, supporting high-quality research programs. We are also committed to sustainability through our Green Plan.

At MFT, we foster an inclusive culture, providing equal opportunities for career development, and prioritizing staff wellbeing.

Additional details

Date posted: 02 May 2025

Pay scheme: Agenda for change

Band: Band 5

Salary: £29,970 to £36,483 per year, pro-rata

Contract: Fixed term, 12 months

Working pattern: Full-time, flexible working

Reference number: 349-WTWA-7136718

Location: Wythenshawe Hospital, Manchester, M23 9LT