Central London Community Health Trust

Diabetes Specialist Nurse

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Job summary

Community Diabetes Specialist Nurse - Band 7 - Morden Road Clinic

15 hours a week / 0.4 WTE.

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 to recruit a Band 7 DSN to join our dynamic team.

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 values.
Be competent to offer guidance and supervision to members of the clinical team

If you have these skills, why join CLCH?

We're one of the largest community healthcare providers in the country, employing more than 4,500 staff and caring for more than two million people across London and Hertfordshire.

a Disability Confident committed employer.
a leading LGBTQ+ inclusive employer having been awarded the Stonewall Silver award 2023.
a NHS Pastoral Care Quality Award Winner.
a Living Wage Employer as accredited by the Living Wage Foundation, having met the standards set by Citizens UK.

If you would like to talk to somebody about this vacancy, then please contact:

Contact name: Emily Northover (Lead DSN)

Email Address: emilynorthover@nhs.net

Telephone: 07393 004383

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

Date posted

21 March 2024

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

£49,178 to £55,492 a year Per Annum, inclusive of HCAS pro rata (part time)

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

824-SOUTH-9880

Job locations

Morden Road Clinic, 254 Morden Rd

London

SW19 3DA

Job description

Job responsibilities

To be responsible for providing a specialist clinical diabetes service to clients with diabetes on oral hypoglycaemic agents, insulin or insulin conversion and other new therapies, including appropriate counselling and lifestyle advice in various community settings such as GP practices, health centres and clients homes.
To work autonomously to provide expert advice to clients, carers, and clinicians. This will involve assessment and the development of treatment plans using evidence-based outcomes and involving patients throughout the process.
To use professional judgement and clinical expertise to independently interpret and analyse complex situations and information to formulate treatment plans according to evidence based practice and modify according to changes in clinical condition.
To be clinically competent to give specialist diabetes advice, treatment and counselling to support behavioural change, in adults with complex and diverse healthcare needs across health and social care.
To provide expert advice to medical practitioners in virtual clinics, by email or phone queries.
Please see attached Job Description and Person Specification for full roles and responsibilities.

Job description

Job responsibilities

To be responsible for providing a specialist clinical diabetes service to clients with diabetes on oral hypoglycaemic agents, insulin or insulin conversion and other new therapies, including appropriate counselling and lifestyle advice in various community settings such as GP practices, health centres and clients homes.
To work autonomously to provide expert advice to clients, carers, and clinicians. This will involve assessment and the development of treatment plans using evidence-based outcomes and involving patients throughout the process.
To use professional judgement and clinical expertise to independently interpret and analyse complex situations and information to formulate treatment plans according to evidence based practice and modify according to changes in clinical condition.
To be clinically competent to give specialist diabetes advice, treatment and counselling to support behavioural change, in adults with complex and diverse healthcare needs across health and social care.
To provide expert advice to medical practitioners in virtual clinics, by email or phone queries.
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 eg: Masters or diploma in diabetes management.
Independent Nurse Prescriber (or willing to undertake).

Desirable

Mentorship training.
Supervisory skills training.
Post registration training in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy.

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 eg: Masters or diploma in diabetes management.
Independent Nurse Prescriber (or willing to undertake).

Desirable

Mentorship training.
Supervisory skills training.
Post registration training in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy.

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

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Central London Community Health Trust

Address

Morden Road Clinic, 254 Morden Rd

London

SW19 3DA

Employer's website

https://clch.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Central London Community Health Trust

Address

Morden Road Clinic, 254 Morden Rd

London

SW19 3DA

Employer's website

https://clch.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)