Diabetes Clinical Nurse Specialist/Diabetes Specialist Nurse
4 weeks ago
Job summary
We are looking to recruit an experienced Diabetes Specialist Nurse to join our team at Maidstone & Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust who is enthusiastic, highly motivated and forward thinking, to help us drive improvements in service delivery.
The successful applicant, will have demonstrable experience of working as a diabetes specialist nurse, with proven clinical skills.
The ideal candidate will have experience of working as an in-patient diabetes specialist nurse or will have specific experience running clinics; within diabetes ideally Type 1 services such as YAC or pumps. Experience of antenatal care or spoke services would also be an advantage. Strong nurse led in-patient or out-patient clinic experience is essential, with either a working knowledge or willingness to learn developing diabetes technologies.
You will be self-motivated, organised, computer literate and able to demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills and committed to service provision whilst maintaining own continual professional development.
Although all roles are cross site, we are looking specially for someone to support us with in-patient diabetes management at Tunbridge Wells and Maidstone Hospital and for two days in out-patients at Maidstone in support of the roll out of hybrid closed loop for patients with type 1 diabetes.
Main duties of the job
We aim to offer diabetes specialist nurses the opportunity to work in any area of our service over time, to ensure a broad range of diabetes knowledge, experience and skills. Our service covers in-patient, out-patient and community diabetes CNS roles, so a unique place to work for any Diabetes CNS wishing to progress in the professional.
Responsibilities include:-
To work as an autonomous practitioner and effectively co-ordinate and deliver an expert nursing service within diabetes To manage patients/client caseloads To ensure that patients and their families are fully informed and supported by providing clinical and social support To be involved in the development of evidence based clinical nursing practice in line with current research and guidelines To work collaboratively with colleagues To establish clear lines of communication with primary healthcare.
To be involved in research/audit
We are a friendly team and a team who would support anyone new to our service.
If you are interested in applying for this role, please do make contact with the Diabetes CNS Lead for further details and/or to arranged an informal visit.
We ask that when completing your application, you clearly demonstrate where your skills and experience meet criteria for the role and your specific experience, skills and knowledge acquired since you became a DSN / PN or Spoke nurse.
About us
Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust is a large acute hospital Trust in the county of Kent. The Trust provides a full range of general hospital services and some areas of specialist complex care to around 760,000 people living in the south part of West Kent and the north part of East Sussex. The Trust's core catchment areas are Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells and their surrounding boroughs. We work from two main clinical sites: Maidstone Hospital and Tunbridge Wells Hospital at Pembury. Tunbridge Wells Hospital opened in 2011 and provides single rooms with en-suites for all in-patients - the first of its kind in the country. We employ more than 7,000 full and part-time staff in a huge range of clinical and non-clinical roles across both of our hospital sites.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Once your pre-employment checks have been completed you will be contacted by Recruitment to arrange your start date which will be in line with one of our Corporate Inductions.
Following your Corporate Induction you will be expected to attend the Trusts 2-week Induction Programme for RNs, NAs, RMs, ODPs and Paramedics. The programme is full-time (please email if this is problematic)and will involve travel to both Trust sites. The programme includes supernumerary shifts in the clinical area, classroom-based sessions and e-learning.
Please note that appointment to this post will be subject to a satisfactory Disclosure & Barring Service Check at Enhanced Level. (Enhanced level now includes regulated checks against vulnerable adults and children)
At MTW, we seek to develop a culture where everyone can reach their full potential with opportunities to grow and develop their career. We recognise and value the unique contributions that each of our staff bring, delivering the best quality care and service to our patients. We are committed to being a diverse employer and strive to reflect everyone in our local communities. We welcome applications from people of diverse backgrounds, perspectives and experiences and celebrate the diversity of thought, viewpoints and ideas that will make our Trust the best place to work.
Interview Date: to be confirmed.
Person Specification
Qualification
Essential
Level 1 NMC Adult Registered Nurse Relevant post registration qualification One of the following as a minimum - Diabetes Diploma/certificate or willingness to undertake, Non-Medical Independent Prescriber/ or willingness to undertake, teaching qualification or equivalent expert experience
Desirable
Experience of managing diabetes in specialist clinics,( renal. pregnancy/gestational , pump, YAC) DAFNE qualification Mentorship qualification or willingness to undertake Counselling qualification or willingness to undertake
Experience/Knowledge
Essential
Post registration experience. Extensive knowledge of diabetes having previous experience in a DSN role. Ability to work independently and as part of a team within diabetes. Experience in the management of Type 1 & Type 2 Diabetes Able to demonstrate understanding and empathy To lead in the development of policies and protocols to improve patient care
Desirable
Experience with implementing change Knowledge of key resources Willingness to learn and acquire skills, training to meet needs of service.
Skills
Essential
Excellent oral and written communication skills. Computer literacy Good clinical assessment skills or willingness to develop these Advanced listening, observational and interpretive skills. Demonstrate effective teaching skills Excellent interpersonal skills. Evidence of leadership skills
Desirable
Effective presentation skills Experience of undertaking research/audits programmes. Project management skills-
Diabetes Research Nurse
1 week ago
Royal Tunbridge Wells, United Kingdom Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust Full timeJob overview We are looking to recruit an experienced Diabetes Specialist Nurse to join our team at Maidstone & Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust who is enthusiastic, highly motivated and forward thinking, to help us drive improvements in service delivery. The successful applicant, will have demonstrable experience of working as a diabetes specialist nurse,...
-
Consultant in Diabetes
1 week ago
Royal Tunbridge Wells, United Kingdom Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust Full timeMaidstone & Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust is seeking to appoint three consultants, two posts will be a replacement post and the third will be a new post as part of the planned consultant expansion and services. They will be responsible to develop the Diabetes and Endocrinology service and will be based at the Tunbridge Wells site or Maidstone hospital but at...
-
Clinical Educator
1 month ago
Royal Victoria Station, United Kingdom The Newcastle upon Tyne Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Full timeThe primary purpose of this role is to deliver on-going education, advice and support for patients with Diabetes to enable and empower their own self-management. The post holder will be able to offer appropriate advice and support to a patient on a range of core diabetes related clinical management issues. To teach and support patients in the correct use of...
-
Diabetes Support Secretary
8 hours ago
Royal Tunbridge Wells, United Kingdom Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust Full timeAn opportunity has arisen for a part time Support Secretary within the Administration Team at Abbey Court Diabetes Centre. A good range of secretarial skills, including knowledge of medical terminology, audio word-processing etc is required. The ability to organise your day and work as part of a team are also desirable. Applicants should be confident in...
-
Emergency Department Coordinator/Receptionist
2 weeks ago
Royal Tunbridge Wells, United Kingdom Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust Full timeJob overview We are looking to recruit an experienced Diabetes Specialist Nurse to join our team at Maidstone & Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust who is enthusiastic, highly motivated and forward thinking, to help us drive improvements in service delivery. The successful applicant, will have demonstrable experience of working as a diabetes specialist nurse,...
-
Royal Tunbridge Wells, United Kingdom Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust Full timeJob summary We are excited to offer two full time substantive consultant posts at Tunbridge Wells Hospital, working alongside our current substantive consultant already in post in Diabetes and Endocrine. We are looking for experienced applicant with CCT or within 6 months of achieving it. Each role is a 10 PA post with GIM on-call commitments...
-
Royal Tunbridge Wells, United Kingdom Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust Full timeJob overview We are excited to offer two full time substantive consultant posts at Tunbridge Wells Hospital, working alongside our current substantive consultant already in post in Diabetes and Endocrine. We are looking for experienced applicant with CCT or within 6 months of achieving it. Each role is a 10 PA post with GIM on-call commitments...
-
Royal Tunbridge Wells, United Kingdom Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust Full timeJob summary We are excited to offer two full time substantive consultant posts at Tunbridge Wells Hospital, working alongside our current substantive consultant already in post in Diabetes and Endocrine. We are looking for experienced applicant with CCT or within 6 months of achieving it. Each role is a 10 PA post with GIM on-call commitments...
-
Royal Tunbridge Wells, United Kingdom Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust Full timeWe are excited to offer two full time substantive consultant posts at Tunbridge Wells Hospital, working alongside our current substantive consultant already in post in Diabetes and Endocrine. We are looking for experienced applicant with CCT or within 6 months of achieving it. Each role is a 10 PA post with GIM on-call commitments rostered appropriately....
-
Royal Tunbridge Wells, United Kingdom Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust Full timeJob overview We are excited to offer two full time substantive consultant posts at Tunbridge Wells Hospital, working alongside our current substantive consultant already in post in Diabetes and Endocrine. We are looking for experienced applicant with CCT or within 6 months of achieving it. Each role is a 10 PA post with GIM on-call commitments...
-
Diabetes Support Secretary
3 weeks ago
Royal Tunbridge Wells, United Kingdom Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust Full timeJob summary An opportunity has arisen for a part time Support Secretary within the Administration Team at Abbey Court Diabetes Centre. A good range of secretarial skills, including knowledge of medical terminology, audio word-processing etc is required. The ability to organise your day and work as part of a team are also desirable. Applicants should...
-
Royal Tunbridge Wells, United Kingdom Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust Full timeJob summary We are excited to offer one fixed term consultant post at Tunbridge Wells Hospital, working alongside our current substantive consultant already in post in Diabetes and Endocrine. We are looking for experienced applicant with CCT or within 6 months of achieving it. Each role is a 10 PA post with GIM on-call commitments rostered...
-
Royal Tunbridge Wells, United Kingdom Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust Full timeWe are excited to offer one fixed term consultant post at Tunbridge Wells Hospital, working alongside our current substantive consultant already in post in Diabetes and Endocrine. We are looking for experienced applicant with CCT or within 6 months of achieving it. Each role is a 10 PA post with GIM on-call commitments rostered appropriately. We will...
-
Tunbridge Wells, United Kingdom Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust Full timeWe are excited to offer two full time substantive consultant posts at Tunbridge Wells Hospital, working alongside our current substantive consultant already in post in Diabetes and Endocrine. We are looking for experienced applicant with CCT or within 6 months of achieving it. Each role is a 10 PA post with GIM on-call commitments rostered appropriately. We...
-
Tunbridge Wells, United Kingdom Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust Full timeWe are excited to offer two full time substantive consultant posts at Tunbridge Wells Hospital, working alongside our current substantive consultant already in post in Diabetes and Endocrine. We are looking for experienced applicant with CCT or within 6 months of achieving it. Each role is a 10 PA post with GIM on-call commitments rostered appropriately. We...
-
Practice Nurse
2 months ago
Royal Tunbridge Wells, United Kingdom St Andrews Medical Centre Full timeJob summary : The post holder must work as part of a team, have the ability to organise and prioritise their own workload on a day to day basis, and observe strict rules about confidentiality at all times. They must have previous experience of working in primary care. You will be required to undertake full treatment room duties, including...
-
Specialist Nurse
3 weeks ago
Tunbridge Wells, Kent, United Kingdom Service Care Solutions Full time €250We are looking for an enthusiastic and dynamic Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) or Clinical Paramedic Specialist (CPS) to join our Outreach Team. You will provide specialist palliative care support to patients living in the community, in their own homes, and in care homes/nursing homes. Position: Band 7 Clinical Nurse or Paramedic Specialisation:...
-
Registered Nurse
3 weeks ago
Royal Tunbridge Wells, United Kingdom Meridian Business Support Full timeLooking for a Registered Nurse to join a Leading Clinical Homecare Company to provide IV Therapy within the Tunbridge Wells area. As a Registered Nurse, you will be working with patients at home, you will administer rheumatoid arthritis medications whilst supporting patients and families throughout the process - Up to £25.00ph – Dependant on...
-
Registered Nurse
2 weeks ago
Royal Tunbridge Wells, United Kingdom Meridian Business Support Full timeLooking for a Registered Nurse to join a Leading Clinical Homecare Company to provide IV Therapy within the Tunbridge Wells area.As a Registered Nurse, you will be working with patients at home, you will administer rheumatoid arthritis medications whilst supporting patients and families throughout the process- Up to £25.00ph – Dependant on...
-
Registered Nurse
1 week ago
Royal Tunbridge Wells, United Kingdom Meridian Business Support Full timeLooking for a Registered Nurse to join a Leading Clinical Homecare Company to provide IV Therapy within the Tunbridge Wells area. As a Registered Nurse, you will be working with patients at home, you will administer rheumatoid arthritis medications whilst supporting patients and families throughout the process - Up to £25.00ph – Dependant on...
