Job summary
We are a well-established practice working across 2 sites
with a list size of over 18,500 patients and we are looking to recruit an
enthusiastic and dedicated Diabetic Specialist Nurse to compliment our friendly and dynamic
team. If you are hardworking and passionate about providing a high standard of
care to our patients, we would like to hear from you.
The salary is dependent on experience. NHS Pension Scheme available.
We look forward to hearing from you.
Main duties of the job
The successful candidate would work to ensure a high level of care is delivered to our diabetic patients, including initiating insulin. The practice is very supportive of any development opportunities, but is looking for a clinician that can really hit the ground running! This permanent post can offer a wonderful working atmosphere in a friendly team, liaising particularly closely with other clinicians. The position is part-time (21.5 hours/week).
About us
We are a training practice and our forward-thinking multi-disciplinary team includes GPs, Pharmacists, Paramedics, Practice Nurses, HCAs and Phlebotomists, all supported by a strong administration. ideally, the candidate will be an independent prescriber, but we would support the undertaking of this as career progression.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To help lead the practice's diabetic service delivery. This includes managing patient diabetes holistically and supportively, and working with patients to manage their treatment plans. Occasional home visits will be required. To work alongside the Community DSN in joint clinics, as per the Local Diabetic LES.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To help lead the practice's diabetic service delivery. This includes managing patient diabetes holistically and supportively, and working with patients to manage their treatment plans. Occasional home visits will be required. To work alongside the Community DSN in joint clinics, as per the Local Diabetic LES.
Person Specification
Experience
Desirable
- Experience of working in a primary care environment, as a practice nurse or community nurse
- Experience of diabetes and other chronic disease management
Other
Essential
- Hold a current driving licence with business insurance
- Sole and exclusive use of a suitable Motor Vehicle
- Enhanced DBS disclosure.
Desirable
- Vaccine and immunity status in accordance with UK Department of Health Guidelines
- Able to deal with sensitive issues e.g. sudden death/bereavement, child abuse, domestic violence
- Able to adjust and respond in rapidly changing environments
- Able to work in a calm and organized manner in situations of extreme workload
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Able to work cooperatively with the multi-disciplinary team
- Able and willing to develop professionally
- Able to use own initiative
Qualifications
Essential
- Current registered Nurse (NMC)
Desirable
- Nurse Independent Prescriber Formulary
- Teaching and assessing qualification
Person Specification
Experience
Desirable
- Experience of working in a primary care environment, as a practice nurse or community nurse
- Experience of diabetes and other chronic disease management
Other
Essential
- Hold a current driving licence with business insurance
- Sole and exclusive use of a suitable Motor Vehicle
- Enhanced DBS disclosure.
Desirable
- Vaccine and immunity status in accordance with UK Department of Health Guidelines
- Able to deal with sensitive issues e.g. sudden death/bereavement, child abuse, domestic violence
- Able to adjust and respond in rapidly changing environments
- Able to work in a calm and organized manner in situations of extreme workload
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Able to work cooperatively with the multi-disciplinary team
- Able and willing to develop professionally
- Able to use own initiative
Qualifications
Essential
- Current registered Nurse (NMC)
Desirable
- Nurse Independent Prescriber Formulary
- Teaching and assessing qualification
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
