Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Diabetes Nurse Specialist who is considering progressing their career in Diabetes.
This exciting role in an expanding team will give the post-holder the opportunity to contribute to the specialist care and management of individuals with various types of Diabetes across Bedfordshire.
We welcome applications from those who would use their excellent communication skills to support our patients in providing compassionate care in a specialist area.
Main duties of the job
As a Band 7 Diabetes Nurse Specialist, the successful applicant will share the ambition, vision and values of the department and the wider Trust, supporting a group of Diabetes Specialist Nurses and the wider multidisciplinary team including Dietitians and Diabetes Assistant Practitioners.
The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring a safe, seamless and exemplary care at the point of need, within the inpatient and outpatient diabetes services including In-reach, pregnancy and mental health; whilst engaging with integrated and community services.
The post holder will be accountable for the delivery of high quality, patient centred care within an agreed financial envelope.
We are looking for a highly specialised, motivated and enthusiastic individual who will act as a positive role model in delivering care of the highest quality to patients and their carers, using a professional and competent approach , whist maintaining clinical accountability and autonomy within their practice.
About us
Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust provides hospital services to a growing population of around 700,000 people living across Bedfordshire and the surrounding areas across two busy hospital sites in Bedford and Luton. Both hospital sites offer key services such as A&E, Obstetrics-led Maternity and Paediatrics.
You will be joining a friendly, high performing Trust committed to ensuring the health and wellbeing of staff. As one of the largest NHS Trusts in our region you will have access to a programme of high quality training and development to help you grow your career.
We have state-of-the art facilities placing us at the heart of cutting edge health care. The Trust continues to be committed to delivering the best patient care using the best clinical knowledge and technology available.
Please note that vacancies may close prior to the advertised closing date when sufficient number of applications have been received. Please ensure that you make your application as soon as possible.
All new staff will be subject to a probationary period covering their first six months in post. Travel between hospital sites may be required.
Please review all documents attached to this advert to ensure you familiarize yourself with all requirements of the job.
Job description
Job responsibilities
As part of our continued response to COVID19 the Health and Social Care Act 2008 (Regulated Activities) Regulations 2014 (the 2014 Regulations) was updated and approved by Parliament. This meant that full COVID19 vaccination would become a condition of employment in all NHS roles which have face-to-face contact with patients and service users from1 April 2022unless exempt.
The Government subsequently announced that, given the changes to the Omicron variant, they believe it is no longer proportionate to mandate COVID-19 vaccinations for NHS staff. The Governments decision is subject to Parliamentary process. This will require further consultation and a Parliamentary vote to be passed into legislation.
As this role is within scope of the current legislation COVID19 vaccination status will remain part of our routine Occupational Health check.
Vaccination is the best way to protect yourself, your family, your colleagues and your patients from the virus. If youre still unsure, you can find lots of information on COVID-19 vaccines and the booking process on the NHS Website.
Please see Job Description and Person Specification for further details about the job role or get in touch for further information.
Job description
Job responsibilities
As part of our continued response to COVID19 the Health and Social Care Act 2008 (Regulated Activities) Regulations 2014 (the 2014 Regulations) was updated and approved by Parliament. This meant that full COVID19 vaccination would become a condition of employment in all NHS roles which have face-to-face contact with patients and service users from1 April 2022unless exempt.
The Government subsequently announced that, given the changes to the Omicron variant, they believe it is no longer proportionate to mandate COVID-19 vaccinations for NHS staff. The Governments decision is subject to Parliamentary process. This will require further consultation and a Parliamentary vote to be passed into legislation.
As this role is within scope of the current legislation COVID19 vaccination status will remain part of our routine Occupational Health check.
Vaccination is the best way to protect yourself, your family, your colleagues and your patients from the virus. If youre still unsure, you can find lots of information on COVID-19 vaccines and the booking process on the NHS Website.
Please see Job Description and Person Specification for further details about the job role or get in touch for further information.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Degree in Nursing
- Teaching or Mentoring
Desirable
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working within a diabetes specialist nursing team
- Familiar with audit, research and evidence based practice
- Broad range of clinical experience in diabetes
Skills
Essential
- Ability to teach in groups and on a one to one basis
- Ability to work autonomously and analytically when interpreting patient's condition and taking appropriate action
Desirable
- Good IT skills including use of MS Office applications
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Degree in Nursing
- Teaching or Mentoring
Desirable
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working within a diabetes specialist nursing team
- Familiar with audit, research and evidence based practice
- Broad range of clinical experience in diabetes
Skills
Essential
- Ability to teach in groups and on a one to one basis
- Ability to work autonomously and analytically when interpreting patient's condition and taking appropriate action
Desirable
- Good IT skills including use of MS Office applications
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.
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 UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
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. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
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 UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
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. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
