Job responsibilities
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More detail about the role
The role of the Paediatric Diabetes Specialist Nurse is to provide specialist Nursing care, management, education and support to a defined caseload of children, young people (aged birth to 19yrs) and their families affected by diabetes. This may include type 1, type 2, cystic fibrosis related and monogenic types of diabetes. The post holder will be based at Wonford Hospital but there is a significant community element with home visits, nursery and school visits taking place around Devon.
We care for children and young people with diabetes aged 0 to 19 years. The successful applicant will have a wide and varied experience within acute Paediatrics. You will need to be highly motivated, committed, clinically competent, autonomous and able to manage the delivery of optimum care to children and their families in both community and acute settings.
Children with type 1 diabetes use a number of wearable technology devices (continuous glucose monitors and insulin pumps) so there is significant use of multiple information technology systems and frequent fast paced technological advances occurring.
Working within the multi-disciplinary diabetes team, the post holder will learn and deliver all aspects of the Paediatric Diabetes service. The service provides a 7 day telephone advice from 9am - 5pm for families on a rota basis which the post holder will be a part of.
You will be able to demonstrate exceptional leadership qualities often in demanding situations, be able to action and motivate change within the service and have the ability to work at a senior Band 5 or Band 6 in line with the KSF.
Key Responsibilities
- The post holder will be responsible for the assessment, planning, implementation, evaluation and the documentation of paediatric diabetes nursing care.
- The post holder will provide further support to young adults with diabetes during their transition to, and eventual transfer to, the adult diabetes service.
- The post holder will have their own designated caseload as keyworker for continuity of care and to ensure all children and young people with diabetes have met essential care processes to ensure optimal short- and long-term health outcomes. They will undertake the management of the care of their allocated group of patients and organise the provision of services.
- The post holder will work closely with the ward nursing team to identify and discuss the childrens needs and problems, with the parents or carers and other staff as appropriate, when hospitalised.
- The post holder will work closely with other members of diabetes care team, ie: other Paediatric Diabetes Specialist Nurse/s, Consultant Paediatrician/s, Dietitian/s, Psychologists and members of the Adult Diabetes Team.
- The post holder will work independently as part of the Paediatric Diabetes Specialist Nursing team 7 day (9am 5pm) on-call rota.
- The post holder will provide out of hospital assessment of diabetes emergencies such as hyperglycaemia, ketosis or ketoacidosis or hypoglycaemia and make recommendations for the repatriation to hospital as part of their on-call advice. The child or young person, may also contact the team with non-diabetes emergencies whereby the post holder will be required to safeguard and provide onward referral to the correct team (CAMHS, MASH etc).
- The post holder will provide specialist education and training to children and young people with diabetes, their families and other professional groups including nursing and medical staff and students.
- The post holder will participate in clinical audit in their specialist area and be involved in research.
Working Pattern: 37.5 hours per week. Monday - Friday 9-5pm
Interview Date: Week commencing 25th August 2025
For further information please contact: Heather Fisher Lead Paediatric Diabetes Specialist Nurse on 01392 403727
Pay: The salary advertised for this position reflects the Agenda for Change 2025/6 rates, inclusive of a 3.6% pay award which will be implemented later this year. If you join before the implementation date, the pay award will be backdated to your start date. Until then, remuneration will be based on the 2024/5 pay bandings (Pay scales for 2024/25 | NHS Employers)
This is a fixed term contract for until 29/11/2026. For current NHS employees this post could be a secondment opportunity.
As an inclusive employer, the Royal Devon values diversity and is committed to creating a culture of inclusivity where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. We believe in fostering a sense of belonging and actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities. We recognise the advantages of having a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve.
Preference will be given to staff with Priority and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon.
The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust reserves the right to close vacancy when sufficient applications have been received.
The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust was established in April 2022, bringing together the expertise of both the Royal Devon and Exeter NHS Foundation Trust and Northern Devon Healthcare NHS Trust.
Benefits
We will work together to maintain a culture that develops and supports you and your team.
This might include funding for a care certificate, a degree or leadership qualifications. Or it might include days off to study, engage in CPD or rotational placements to help you hone your skills. Wherever you are heading in the NHS, we'll help you get there.
Looking after you is important to us.
We strive to help our staff create a healthy work-life balance through flexible working schemes and our family friendly policies.
If you're starting out in the NHS, you'll start with 27 days paid annual leave (plus bank holidays), rising to 33 days plus bank holidays.
You'll benefit from access to our own comprehensive occupational health services, including counselling, onsite wellbeing activities and groups.
Salary is not the only financial benefit
You'll have access to an extensive range of staff discounts on shopping, fitness and leisure options and you can spread the cost of technology and home appliance purchases from major retailers.
You will also have access to other benefits including:
National discount services such as the Blue Light Card and Health Service Discounts.
Salary sacrifice options including our OFSTED rated outstanding nursery onsite at Exeter
Car lease schemes.
The NHS Pension scheme (one of the most generous and comprehensive in the UK).
Cycle to work scheme
These are just a few of the benefits available if the role is something you are interested in, we'd love to hear from you.
