Job summary
Do you aspire for your next career move to work for an NHS organisation that is not only rated Good by the Care Quality Commission but are also in the HSJ best places to work list and in Stonewall's top employers' index? If so, look no further than
Central London Community Healthcare NHS Trust (CLCH)...
As London's largest NHS Trust dedicated to community healthcare we offer leadership, learning and career opportunities for community healthcare professional that few can match. Community healthcare is our focus and our passion. We champion the role of community health professionals to make sure our patients get great care closer to home.
We are looking for an experienced diabetes specialist nurse to join our Inner London Diabetes Service. We cover the London tri-boroughs (Hammersmith & Fulham, Kensington & Chelsea and Westminster) and work within a multidisciplinary team consisting of consultants, specialist nurses, dietitians, and admin team. The service works in partnership with general practitioners and other health care professionals, providing tailored support and guidance. Our main office base is at the central location of Lission Grove, and we have clinics running at 9 different sites.
Main duties of the job
- Relevant post registration training and experience in the management of patients with mainly Type 2 Diabetes
- Ideally be an Independent Nurse Prescriber or demonstrate a willingness to achieve this qualification
- Be a great a team player who is willing to work collaboratively with the multi-disciplinary team to deliver the best care possible for our patients
- Have a strong commitment to the delivery of high quality, safe, patient care and be a good role model in reflecting the Trusts core values
- You should be able to work effectively in an environment with frequent interruptions and within stressful, unpredictable situations including responding to and solving urgent and emergency situations on a daily basis.
- Be competent to offer guidance and supervision to members of the clinical team
About us
Just as we care about our patients' wellbeing, we care about yours!
We can offer you:
- A comprehensive induction into the community service followed by a local induction to introduce you to the role
- Car lease scheme *T&C's apply
- Flexible working options
- Annual travel card loan
- Training, support and development in your career
To have a full look at our benefits and what it's like working for us please go here: https://www.clch.nhs.uk/job/pay-and-benefits
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to Job description and personal Specification for outline of skills, knowledge and experience required.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to Job description and personal Specification for outline of skills, knowledge and experience required.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Degree in Nursing or equivalent
- Current registration with the NMC, Showing a registered General Nurse.
- Relevant post registration training in Diabetes eg: Masters or diploma in diabetes management
- Independent Nurse Prescriber or willing to undertake
Desirable
Experience
Essential
- Minimum of at least 3 years' experience in managing complex diabetes cases
- Experience in managing a clinical case load
- Experience in the training of students
- Experience in organising and implementing training/teaching programmes for healthcare professionals and clients
- Excellent group education and presentation skills
- Experience of conducting audits and/or research
- Experience in contributing to Service Development, including policy and guideline development
- Experience in supervising others
- Experience working in a multi-disciplinary team
Desirable
- Experience working in Community settings
Sk
Essential
- Ability to undertake leadership role in clinical speciality
- Advanced skills in the assessment and treatment of clients with diabetes
- Ability to work autonomously
- Ability to work as a team member and promote collaborative multi-disciplinary and multi-agency working.
- Advanced knowledge of evidence based practice associated with diabetes.
- Ability to interpret health and social policies and guidelines and to translate into practice.
- Ability to problem solve, prioritise and demonstrate clinical reasoning based on experience and knowledge.
- Highly developed communication and report writing skills, in verbal and written format.
- Highly developed presentation skills and ability to present to professionals at all levels.
- Ability to manage time effectively, meet deadlines and deal with work pressures and demands.
- Basic IT skills - Microsoft Word, Power point, Excel.
- Knowledge of and commitment to equal opportunities
- Ability to work with clients from a diverse range of backgrounds
Others
Essential
- Able to work calmly in crisis situation
- Personally and professionally responsible
- Able to self-motivate
- Ability to be flexible, adaptable and reliable
- Able to carry out the duties of the post with or without adaptations
- Able to carry out moderate physical effort throughout the day
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Degree in Nursing or equivalent
- Current registration with the NMC, Showing a registered General Nurse.
- Relevant post registration training in Diabetes eg: Masters or diploma in diabetes management
- Independent Nurse Prescriber or willing to undertake
Desirable
Experience
Essential
- Minimum of at least 3 years' experience in managing complex diabetes cases
- Experience in managing a clinical case load
- Experience in the training of students
- Experience in organising and implementing training/teaching programmes for healthcare professionals and clients
- Excellent group education and presentation skills
- Experience of conducting audits and/or research
- Experience in contributing to Service Development, including policy and guideline development
- Experience in supervising others
- Experience working in a multi-disciplinary team
Desirable
- Experience working in Community settings
Sk
Essential
- Ability to undertake leadership role in clinical speciality
- Advanced skills in the assessment and treatment of clients with diabetes
- Ability to work autonomously
- Ability to work as a team member and promote collaborative multi-disciplinary and multi-agency working.
- Advanced knowledge of evidence based practice associated with diabetes.
- Ability to interpret health and social policies and guidelines and to translate into practice.
- Ability to problem solve, prioritise and demonstrate clinical reasoning based on experience and knowledge.
- Highly developed communication and report writing skills, in verbal and written format.
- Highly developed presentation skills and ability to present to professionals at all levels.
- Ability to manage time effectively, meet deadlines and deal with work pressures and demands.
- Basic IT skills - Microsoft Word, Power point, Excel.
- Knowledge of and commitment to equal opportunities
- Ability to work with clients from a diverse range of backgrounds
Others
Essential
- Able to work calmly in crisis situation
- Personally and professionally responsible
- Able to self-motivate
- Ability to be flexible, adaptable and reliable
- Able to carry out the duties of the post with or without adaptations
- Able to carry out moderate physical effort throughout the day
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).
