Job summary
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 to recruit a Band 6 / 7 DSN to join our dynamic team for fixed term maternity cover between now and Jan 2023.
We are a multidisciplinary team consisting of Consultants, Dietitians, Podiatrist as well as Specialist Nurses. The team receives referrals from many primary care and community services as well as local acute hospitals.
We are a unique community provider as we manage people with both Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes and are an initiating centre for Freestyle Libre. We also deliver DAFNE & DESMOND structured education.
We are based in Morden (at the end of the Northern line) and work within the London Borough of Merton. Morden Underground station is just around the corner and Wimbledon Station 1.5 miles away. We are also on many bus routes, with a tram station very nearby.
Main duties of the job
So, what do you need to join our team?
- Relevant post registration training and experience in the management of patients with Type 1 & 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 valuescompetent to offer guidance and supervision to members of the clinical team
About us
Central London Community Healthcare (CLCH) is one of the largest community healthcare organisations in London and Hertfordshire, providing our services to diverse communities/boroughs in 11 London Boroughs - Barnet, Brent, Ealing, Hammersmith & Fulham, Harrow, Hounslow, Kensington and Chelsea, Merton, Richmond, Wandsworth, Westminster - and Hertfordshire.
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
- Single occupancy accommodation in Central London - (we can help you find accommodation in London, support you with your deposit)
- Car lease scheme *T&C's apply
- Flexible working options
- Annual travel card loan
- Training, support and development in your career
As an NHS trust,we are committed to equal opportunities and ensuring equality and diversity in the workplace.
We have a number of staff networks: Disability and Wellbeing Network (DAWN), Race Equality Network and the Rainbow Network which supports LGBT+ staff. Each network has a champion who is an executive director at the Trust and they hold regular meetingsto discuss issues andmake plans to improve CLCH.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To work as a pro-active clinical nurse specialist to patients, carers and health professionals across the accepted domains of clinician, educator, service delivery and leadership across the Merton area.
To work closely with the Service Lead to provide a Tier 3 Diabetes Specialist Nursing Service, that contributes to the strategic planning and delivery of the multidisciplinary Community Diabetes Service and is in line with the Trust objectives.
To be a key member of the multidisciplinary Community Diabetes Service to plan and deliver high quality integrated diabetes care in the community across Tiers 1 3.
To provide specialist assessment and treatment of patients with diabetes, liaise with other agencies and health professionals and maintain accurate clinical records.
To be responsible for project managing the planning, establishment, and continued support of specialist nursing interventions.Please see attached Job Description and Person Specification for full roles and responsibilities
Job description
Job responsibilities
To work as a pro-active clinical nurse specialist to patients, carers and health professionals across the accepted domains of clinician, educator, service delivery and leadership across the Merton area.
To work closely with the Service Lead to provide a Tier 3 Diabetes Specialist Nursing Service, that contributes to the strategic planning and delivery of the multidisciplinary Community Diabetes Service and is in line with the Trust objectives.
To be a key member of the multidisciplinary Community Diabetes Service to plan and deliver high quality integrated diabetes care in the community across Tiers 1 3.
To provide specialist assessment and treatment of patients with diabetes, liaise with other agencies and health professionals and maintain accurate clinical records.
To be responsible for project managing the planning, establishment, and continued support of specialist nursing interventions.Please see attached Job Description and Person Specification for full roles and responsibilities
Person Specification
Education/Qualification
Essential
- Degree in Nursing or equivalent
- Current registration with the NMC, Showing a registered General Nurse.
- Relevant post registration training in Diabetes e.g.: Masters or diploma in diabetes management
- Independent Nurse Prescriber or be able to demonstrate an ability that will enable attendance of a prescribing course within 6 months of starting post
Desirable
- Teacher/Training qualification
- Accredited trainer in DESMOND/DAFNE
- Supervisory skills training
- Post registration training in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy
PHYSICAL
Essential
- Able to carry out the duties of the post with or without adaptations
- Able to carry out moderate physical effort throughout the day
EXPERIENCE
Essential
- Extensive experience working in Diabetes either in primary or secondary care
- Highly Experienced 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 o Experience in supervising others
- Experience working in a multi-disciplinary team
Desirable
- Experience working in Community settings
- Experience with working with change behaviour techniques
SKILLS & KNOWLEDGE
Essential
- Ability to undertake leadership role in clinical specialty
- 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 back grounds
PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES
Essential
- Personally and professionally responsible
- Able to self motivate
- Ability to be flexible, adaptable and reliable
- Full driving license
Person Specification
Education/Qualification
Essential
- Degree in Nursing or equivalent
- Current registration with the NMC, Showing a registered General Nurse.
- Relevant post registration training in Diabetes e.g.: Masters or diploma in diabetes management
- Independent Nurse Prescriber or be able to demonstrate an ability that will enable attendance of a prescribing course within 6 months of starting post
Desirable
- Teacher/Training qualification
- Accredited trainer in DESMOND/DAFNE
- Supervisory skills training
- Post registration training in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy
PHYSICAL
Essential
- Able to carry out the duties of the post with or without adaptations
- Able to carry out moderate physical effort throughout the day
EXPERIENCE
Essential
- Extensive experience working in Diabetes either in primary or secondary care
- Highly Experienced 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 o Experience in supervising others
- Experience working in a multi-disciplinary team
Desirable
- Experience working in Community settings
- Experience with working with change behaviour techniques
SKILLS & KNOWLEDGE
Essential
- Ability to undertake leadership role in clinical specialty
- 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 back grounds
PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES
Essential
- Personally and professionally responsible
- Able to self motivate
- Ability to be flexible, adaptable and reliable
- Full driving license
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).
