Diabetes Specialist Nurse - Secondment / Fixed Term Contract

Job description

Job summary

A 12 month secondment opportunity to cover maternity leave, the successful applicant will have a strong interest in diabetes and will have experience in a Diabetes- related environment.

For more information, please contact Elizabeth Murray Lead Nurse on 01384 244399

Main duties of the job

The post holder will:-

• Work as part of the diabetes specialist nursing team, supporting consultant diabetologists and the wider Trust staff in the management, care and education of the patient with diabetes.
• Be responsible for the assessment of diabetes patient care needs either at the front door or within the diabetes and endocrine centre. In addition, they are responsible for the development and implementation of service delivery in conjunction with multi-disciplinary team members, following agreed protocols and pathways.
• Participate and contribute in developing specialist diabetes teaching packages for patients, nursing and non-nursing staff.
• Support the Lead Nurse, Matron and Medical Head of Service in developing and monitoring diabetes services and the quality of care experienced by diabetic patients.

About us

At the Dudley Group our patients and staff are at the heart of all that we do and that is to provide a world class service that aligns with our vision of "excellent health care, improved health for all". We are seeking to recruit staff who share our vision and values of making Dudley Group an incredible workplace.

As part of the NHS People Promise, your wellbeing is our priority, and we are committed to ensuring our employees achieve a healthy work-life balance supported by our flexible working options and by making reasonable adjustments where possible. We believe no-one should have to sacrifice family, friends, or their personal interests for work. We are a modern employer able to attract and retain high quality staff through our commitment to the NHS People Promise.

As an employer, we foster an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued, supported, and empowered to contribute their best. We want to ensure that our workforce is representative of the population we serve. More information - inclusive practice people promise.

Dudley Group offer many opportunities for our staff to develop and grow within their roles through our Learning & OD Team. These include topics such as communication, wellbeing, team development, cultural competency, and values.

Please click below to view our EDI page: Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion - The Dudley Group NHS Foundation Trust (dgft.nhs.uk)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please refer to the attached job description for full details of the main duties and responsibilities that the post holder is required to undertake

Job description
Job responsibilities

Please refer to the attached job description for full details of the main duties and responsibilities that the post holder is required to undertake

Person Specification

Education/Qualifications

Essential

• First level registration
• Evidence of undertaking a recognised course of study in teaching and assessing
• Educated to diploma level or demonstrate experience of operating at this level
• Evidence of professional development and regular study since qualification.
• Diabetes qualification - university accredited / willing to obtain

Desirable

• Educated to 1st degree level or evidence of study at degree level.
• Up to date practice assessor certificate/evidence of being on the Live Mentorship Register
• Nurse Prescriber

Experience

Essential

• Must have recent nursing experience as a senior staff nurse or above within a diabetic related environment
• Experience of regularly managing a team of staff and other resources during shifts, within the acute setting
• Experience of close liaison with members of multidisciplinary team.
• Effective leadership skills.

Desirable

• Developed and implemented safe systems of work to ensure health and safety of staff, patient and visitors
• Evidence of having implemented teamwork practices
• Projects/research undertaken on own initiative or as part of previous nursing posts held

Physical skills

Essential

• Organised approach to work
• Able to work flexibly
• Demonstrates attention to detail
• Able to cope with some unpredictable work patterns and changing circumstances
• Honest and trustworthy

Trust Vision & Values

Essential

• Able to provide safe, caring and effective services
• Values and behaviours that reflect the Trust values of Care, Respect & Responsibility
• Commitment to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace that is free from discrimination and where people feel they belong and their contribution is valued

Person Specification
Education/Qualifications

Essential

• First level registration
• Evidence of undertaking a recognised course of study in teaching and assessing
• Educated to diploma level or demonstrate experience of operating at this level
• Evidence of professional development and regular study since qualification.
• Diabetes qualification - university accredited / willing to obtain

Desirable

• Educated to 1st degree level or evidence of study at degree level.
• Up to date practice assessor certificate/evidence of being on the Live Mentorship Register
• Nurse Prescriber

Experience

Essential

• Must have recent nursing experience as a senior staff nurse or above within a diabetic related environment
• Experience of regularly managing a team of staff and other resources during shifts, within the acute setting
• Experience of close liaison with members of multidisciplinary team.
• Effective leadership skills.

Desirable

• Developed and implemented safe systems of work to ensure health and safety of staff, patient and visitors
• Evidence of having implemented teamwork practices
• Projects/research undertaken on own initiative or as part of previous nursing posts held

Physical skills

Essential

• Organised approach to work
• Able to work flexibly
• Demonstrates attention to detail
• Able to cope with some unpredictable work patterns and changing circumstances
• Honest and trustworthy

Trust Vision & Values

Essential

• Able to provide safe, caring and effective services
• Values and behaviours that reflect the Trust values of Care, Respect & Responsibility
• Commitment to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace that is free from discrimination and where people feel they belong and their contribution is valued

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the .

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. .
UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see

Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the .

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. .
UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see

Employer details

Employer name

The Dudley Group NHS Foundation Trust
Address

Russells Hall Hospital

Dudley

Dudley

DY1 2HQ

United Kingdom

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