Diabetes Specialist Nurse

Diabetes Specialist Nurse – Midlands Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust Job Summary The Community Diabetes Specialist Service is looking to recruit a qualified nurse with experience in diabetes management for the post of Community Diabetes Specialist Nurse. The post holder will join the current team of specialist nurses, educators, and administration staff. The aim of the service is to provide specialist diabetes support and interventions in the community and primary care. You must be a qualified nurse with at least 5 years post registration/graduate experience, hold an accredited course in diabetes (preferably a post‑graduate diploma in a diabetes‑related field) and demonstrate experience and knowledge in education, teaching and mentorship for health care professionals and patients. Nurse prescribing and experience of working in a specialist diabetes role is essential. Experience of carbohydrate counting, insulin‑pump management and the delivery of BERTIE structured education would be advantageous, although training will be provided for the right candidate where service delivery is required. Applicants must be able to work independently as well as part of the multi‑disciplinary team. The role involves nurse‑led clinics, multi‑disciplinary clinics and home visits, and a key role in supporting and educating patients, community and practice staff to improve the quality of diabetes care. Main duties Be competent as required for the role. Always demonstrate the Partnership Trust Values of “People, Empowerment and Partnership”. Be an expert diabetes practitioner with detailed professional and clinical knowledge. Be an advanced clinical practitioner with experience managing Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes, including insulin initiation and titration, management of patients requiring GLP‑1 therapy, insulin pump management (South Division only), carbohydrate counting and structured education for people with Type 1 diabetes. Be responsible for a defined population of service users in a variety of settings across the Partnership Trust including the community. Be skilled in assessing complex diabetes specialist care and support needs and in developing, implementing and evaluating care. Have supervisory, training and clinical leadership responsibilities where appropriate and some responsibility for team performance and service development/improvements. Demonstrate initiative and be creative in finding solutions to problems. Work with the Clinical Lead nurse and Operational Lead to undertake delegated tasks in team management and service improvements. About Us Midlands Partnership NHS Foundation Trust is an award‑winning NHS Trust leading the way in trying new and better ways of working to improve life for our local communities. We have around 9,000 staff who provide physical and mental healthcare, support for people with learning disabilities, and adult social care across Staffordshire, Stoke On Trent, Shropshire, and Telford & Wrekin. We also run regional and national services, including help for new parents (perinatal care), eating disorders, forensic services, sexual health, and support for people in prison with mental health, drug, or alcohol problems. We offer great career development for both clinical and non‑clinical roles, with ongoing training and support. Details Date posted: 25 November 2025 Pay scheme: Agenda for change Band: Band 7 Salary: £47,810 to £54,710 per annum Contract: Permanent Working pattern: Full‑time Reference number: 301‑VA‑25‑7606615 Job locations: Stoke Health Centre, Stoke On Trent, ST47JB Person Specification Essential Degree in Nursing or equivalent – achieved Registration with NMC – achieved V300 prescribing – achieved Diabetes management modules – achieved Significant experience in diabetes – achieved Desirable Further clinical study relevant to clinical practice – achieved Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975. A submission for Disclosure to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions is required. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see the NHS Careers website. Employer details Midlands Partnership NHS Foundation Trust Stoke Health Centre, Stoke On Trent, ST47JB Website: https://www.mpft.nhs.uk Seniority level Mid‑Senior level Employment type Full‑time Job function Health Care Provider Hospital #J-18808-Ljbffr