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Sussex Community NHS Foundation Trust

15d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Entry Level
  • Healthcare

AI generated summary

  • You must be a registered nurse with diabetes interest, ready to work in teams, provide patient care, facilitate education, and develop services while adhering to uniform policies.
  • You will provide patient-centered diabetes care, assess needs, deliver education, liaise with teams, and maintain quality standards, all while coordinating daily nursing activities.

Requirements

  • 1. Registered Nurse with a keen interest in diabetes
  • 2. Passion for developing diabetes knowledge, skills and expertise
  • 3. Willingness to work with a supportive multi-disciplinary team
  • 4. Ability to provide direct patient care in both clinic and domiciliary settings
  • 5. Capability to facilitate health education groups
  • 6. Willingness to work towards specialist diabetes nursing competencies
  • 7. Work without supervision to coordinate, organise and prioritise own work
  • 8. Contribute to the development of services and implementation of change
  • 9. Act as a professional and clinical role model to all staff
  • 10. Adhere to Sussex Community NHS Foundation Trust’s uniform policy

Responsibilities

  • To work as a diabetes nurse providing an effective and high-quality patient-focused service that is sensitive to the needs of the users and providers.
  • To deliver a high-quality patient centered system of care and education to enable people living with diabetes to manage their condition confidently and effectively.
  • This will include responsibility for assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating of evidenced-based education programmes provided by the service.
  • To perform comprehensive assessments of patient needs and actively contribute to setting and maintaining high standards of quality nursing care.
  • Plan, implement and evaluate delivery of diabetes care according to changing health care needs of the individual.
  • To liaise with the multi professional teams to provide an appropriate service to patients and their carers.
  • Maintain effective and efficient communication with the nurses and members of the multi-disciplinary team on issues related to patient care and organisation of nursing teams.
  • Working without supervision to coordinate, organise and prioritise own work within the diabetes nursing team clinical area on a day-to-day basis.
  • Contribute to the development of services, new ways of working and the implementation of change.
  • Act as a professional and clinical role model to all staff, patients, carers and the public at all times.
  • Ensure self and the nursing team within the department adhere to Sussex Community NHS Foundation Trust’s uniform policy.

FAQs

Is previous diabetes nursing experience required for this role?

No, previous diabetes specialist nurse experience is not required as on-the-job training will be provided.

What types of settings will I be working in as a diabetes nurse?

You will provide direct patient care in both clinic and domiciliary settings.

Will I receive support to develop my skills as a diabetes nurse?

Yes, you will be supported clinically to work towards specialist diabetes nursing competencies within an agreed timeframe.

What is the primary focus of the diabetes nurse position?

The primary focus is to deliver high-quality patient-centered care and education to help people living with diabetes manage their condition confidently and effectively.

How does the role contribute to patient care?

The role involves assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating evidence-based education programmes and maintaining high standards of quality nursing care.

Will I work independently in this role?

Yes, you will work without supervision to coordinate, organize, and prioritize your own work within the diabetes nursing team.

What kind of benefits does the Trust offer?

The Trust offers a wide range of benefits including flexible working patterns, excellent training and development opportunities, research opportunities, and access to discounts for NHS staff.

Who can I contact for more information about the job?

You can contact Paula Smith, Advanced Specialist Diabetes Nurse, at paula.smith36@nhs.net or call 0300 373 1886 for further details or informal visits. Alternatively, you can reach out to Vicky Fenwick, Clinical Services Manager, at vicky.fenwick@nhs.net.

What is the Trust's vision for patient care?

The Trust’s vision is to provide excellent care at the heart of the community, helping individuals plan, manage, and adapt to changes in their health, thus supporting avoidable hospital admissions and reducing hospital stay times.

Are there opportunities for career development and advancement?

Yes, there are excellent training and development opportunities, along with chances for research involvement and service development within the role.

Sussex Community NHS Foundation Trust

Excellent care at the heart of the community.

Science & Healthcare
Industry
1001-5000
Employees
2010
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Sussex Community NHS Foundation Trust provides a range of community-based healthcare services across Sussex, including nursing, therapy, and specialist care. Their mission is to deliver high-quality, patient-centered care that supports people in their homes and communities, aiming to improve health outcomes and enhance well-being. Their purpose is to offer excellent community health services, promote independence, and integrate care to support patients' needs effectively.