Job summary
We are looking for a dynamic forward thinking & motivated DSN or Dietitian to help develop and support the diabetes service for Barts Health. The post holder will be a team player with vision, drive and enthusiasm. The successful candidate will have demonstrable experience and proven clinical skills as a diabetes specialist nurse or dietitian.
The ideal candidate will have strong nurse/dietitian-led outpatient clinic experience in Type 1 services and either a working knowledge or a willingness to learn the new and developing diabetes technologies (insulin pumps; CGM and Hybrid closed loop).
In partnership with members of the multi-disciplinary team the post holder will develop, implement and evaluate a seamless specialist service, ensuring that patients receive the highest standard of clinical care. They act as a specialist and will demonstrate a high level of expertise within the specialist service, providing specialist advice, education and support to healthcare professionals and patients. The post holder will actively undertake clinical audits and research within the specialist area.
To be a point of contact and clinical expert for patients, relatives and clinician colleagues in conjunction and with the full support of the clinical team. The post holder will be expected to ensure that the patient receives the highest possible standard of evidence-based care in line with current NICE/JBDS guidance.
Main duties of the job
o To provide a world class service for patients with type 1 diabetes, including patients using MDI, CSII (insulin pump) therapy and/or continuous glucose monitoring (CGM - some using the Hybrid closed loop systems), and/or Flash technology. Involvement in pump starts and upgrades.o To help care for a cohort of patients (some complex) with excessive morbidity and mortality in an area with high health inequalities, language and cultural barriers and low healthy life expectancy. The post holder will be required to keep abreast of rapid advances in a complex technology, including CSII (insulin pumps), glucose sensor devices, integrated pump-sensor combinations, multiple software platforms that integrate these devices and their data downloads and patient-level support software including apps and online self-management tools. To monitor their safety and technological issues (e.g. via MHRA alerts, technological briefings, national clinical networks, commercial launches).o Facilite our Type 1 & Pump patient support group.o The post holder may care for pregnant woman with type 1 diabetes who are using an insulin pump and / or (CGM). Optional.o The post holder will be an important member of the team and contact for both our Adults and Young Adults (alongside our YAD team).o As a registered nurse / dietitian you will be expected to consistently meet the performance standards as set out in the Code of Professional Conduct (NMC and HCPC).
About us
The Barts Health group of NHS hospitals is entering an exciting new era on our improvement journey to becoming an outstanding organisation with a world-class clinical reputation. Having lifted ourselves out of special measures, we now have the impetus and breathing space to chart a fresh course in which we are continually striving to improve all our services for patients.
Our vision is to be a high-performing group of NHS hospitals, renowned for excellence and innovation, and providing safe and compassionate care to our patients in east London and beyond. That means being a provider of excellent patient safety, known for delivering consistently high standards of harm-free care and always caring for patients in the right place at the right time. It also means being an outstanding place to work, in which our WeCare values and behaviours are visible to all and guide us in how we work together.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience, and knowledge required. For both documents, please view the attachment/s below.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience, and knowledge required. For both documents, please view the attachment/s below.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Experience as a DSN / or dietitian
- Experience of change management and service improvement
- Service Planning and Development
- Experienced in CSII management
Desirable
- Experienced in drafting and implementing local policies and advising and ensuring that staff implement these
- Experience in developing and setting up a new service
Skills
Essential
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Effective teaching and public presentation skills
- Well established leadership, interpersonal and managerial skills
- Effective multi-disciplinary team working
- Able to work under pressure and prioritise care
- Familiar with computer systems and IT skills
- Effective negotiation & persuasion skills
- Developed skills in audit and research
- Conflict Management
- Able to initiate and implement change and carry out objectives/projects
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of Diabetes
- Management Principles
- Knowledge of Diabetes NSF
- Knowledge of common diabetes drugs
Qualifications
Essential
- Relevant first level degree
- Registered General Nurse / or Dietitian
- NMC / HCPC registration
- ENB 998 or relevant teaching Qualification
- ENB928 Diabetes care or equivalent
- Evidence of continued professional development
- Course in CSII
Desirable
- MSc or willingness to work towards
- DAFNE trained Independent Prescriber
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Experience as a DSN / or dietitian
- Experience of change management and service improvement
- Service Planning and Development
- Experienced in CSII management
Desirable
- Experienced in drafting and implementing local policies and advising and ensuring that staff implement these
- Experience in developing and setting up a new service
Skills
Essential
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Effective teaching and public presentation skills
- Well established leadership, interpersonal and managerial skills
- Effective multi-disciplinary team working
- Able to work under pressure and prioritise care
- Familiar with computer systems and IT skills
- Effective negotiation & persuasion skills
- Developed skills in audit and research
- Conflict Management
- Able to initiate and implement change and carry out objectives/projects
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of Diabetes
- Management Principles
- Knowledge of Diabetes NSF
- Knowledge of common diabetes drugs
Qualifications
Essential
- Relevant first level degree
- Registered General Nurse / or Dietitian
- NMC / HCPC registration
- ENB 998 or relevant teaching Qualification
- ENB928 Diabetes care or equivalent
- Evidence of continued professional development
- Course in CSII
Desirable
- MSc or willingness to work towards
- DAFNE trained Independent Prescriber
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
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).
