Diabetes Specialist Nurse
Bicester
Expired
Full Time
£39,959 - £48,117 per anum
Expires: Today at 23:59
Band 6
Permanent
About the Role
Job overview
The Oxfordshire Community Diabetes Service is a well established team of Diabetes Specialist Nurses committed to delivering high quality, person-centred care across the county.
We are seeking an enthusiastic and motivated nurse to join our friendly and supportive team. This is an opportunity for someone who is eager to develop their nursing career in diabetes and is passionate about making a difference to the lives of people living with diabetes.
If you are keen to learn, embrace new ideas and thrive in a collaborative environment, we would love to hear from you.
Applicants shortlisted for interview will be invited to attend on the 20th July.
Main duties of the job
A successful applicant would participate in the following activities:
- To provide excellent care for patients with diabetes across Oxfordshire.
- Deliver various diabetes education programmes to Health Professionals in Oxfordshire.
- Deliver countywide structured education programmes for people with Type 2 diabetes.
- Provide telephone and email advice on diabetes management to Health Professionals in Oxfordshire.
Working for our organisation
Oxford Health is a great place to work and to be able to showcase the best of yourself when making an application please read the “candidate guide to making an application” and ensure your supporting statement is tailored to the role you are applying for and addresses any essential criteria.
As a Trust we provide physical, mental health and social care for people of all ages across Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Swindon, Wiltshire, Bath and Northeast Somerset. Our services are delivered at community bases, hospitals, clinics and people’s homes, delivering care as close to home as possible. Our vision is that no matter who you are or where you are, you will tell us that you receive: “Outstanding care delivered by an outstanding team”
Our values are: “Caring, safe and excellent”
We offer a wide range of benefits designed to support your career and wellbeing. These include:
• Excellent opportunities for career progression
• Access to tailored individual and Trust wide learning and development
• 27 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days with continuous service
• NHS Discount across a wide range of shops, restaurants and retailers
• Competitive pension scheme
• Lease car scheme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Mental Health First Aiders
• Staff accommodation (please note waiting lists apply)
• Staff networking and support groups hosted by our Equality, Diversity & Inclusion team
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Subject to funding, support may be available to undertake a university-accredited diabetes course and, in the future, a Non-Medical Prescribing qualification.
Following completion of the required training, the postholder will:
- Must have access to a car and be able to travel across Oxfordshire to deliver services.
- Funding permitting, opportunities may be available to complete a diabetes qualification and, subsequently, a Non-Medical Prescribing course.
- Provide evidence-based diabetes care for adults with Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes, working autonomously to assess, manage and review patient care.
- Promote self-management, deliver patient education, and work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams to achieve the best outcomes.
- Request and interpret diagnostic tests, manage diabetes treatments in line with local and national guidance, make referrals where required, and maintain accurate clinical records.
Applicants must have a full valid driving licence and have access to a vehicle for work. Adjustments can be considered in line with the Equality Act 2010 where required.
Person specification
Qualifications
Essential criteria
- NMC registration
Desirable criteria
- To be an Independent Prescriber or willingness to undertake training.
- Leadership qualification.
Skills
Essential criteria
- Experience of working in a multi disciplinary team
Desirable criteria
- Evidence of an ability to analyse and implement research and audit processes.
Contractual
Essential criteria
- To have a driving licence and a car for work use, willing to travel across the whole of Oxfordshire.
Experience
Essential criteria
- Previous experience of working with patients who have diabetes.
Desirable criteria
- Demonstrate a willingness to try new things and expand learning and experience.
Documents to Download
Job Description & Person Specification (PDF, 175.3KB)
Guidance Notes for Candidates Applying for a job at OHFT (PDF, 424.6KB)
Recruiter Contact Details
Name: Daniel Edwards
Title: Diabetes Clinical Lead
Email: [email protected]
Telephone: 07909947867