Job summary If you are an enthusiastic and highly motivated Registered Nurse (level 1) with excellent communication and leadership skills, who has a proven interest in diabetes and diabetes care, then this is the vacancy for youAn exciting opportunity has arisen for a Diabetes Specialist Nurses (DSN) to join the multidisciplinary Diabetes Team at Scarborough Hospital. The post holder will be required to support the multidisciplinary diabetes team in the management of people with diabetes, taking a lead in the Ante- natal diabetes service and young adult diabetes service. There is much emphasis on patient empowerment for self-efficacy in the management of long-term conditions, and therefore the post holder will require excellent interpersonal skills. They will need to be able to motivate and lead others and act as an effective role model. The ability to be flexible, creative and adaptable are key personal attributes. Main duties of the job Candidates will be expected to be able to demonstrate knowledge and awareness of the current clinical and professional issues affecting people with diabetes, incorporating high quality evidence in patient centred care. Additionally, they will demonstrate competency in teaching (patients and healthcare professionals), supervision of team members and sharing good practice. Experience of working in multidisciplinary teams is essential, while a post registration qualification in diabetes would be ideal. About us Our Benefits We offer a range of benefits to support our staff including: Access to the NHS Pension Scheme, providing generous benefits upon retirement, as well as a lump sum and pension for dependants 27 days holiday rising to 33 days (depending on NHS Trust service) A generous relocation package of up to 30% of salary (capped at £18k) to support with relocation expenses for hard to fill positions where relocation would be an expectation to undertake the role fully. If you would like to discuss a potential relocation package, please speak to the recruiting department/manager at interview stage. A variety of different types of paid and unpaid leave covering emergency and planned leave Confidential advice and support on personal, work, family and relationship issues, 24/7, from our Employee Assistance Programme NHS Car Lease scheme and Cycle to Work scheme An extensive range of learning and development opportunities Discounts on restaurants, getaways, shopping, motoring, cinema and finance from a range of providers For further information on the fantastic range of benefits we offer please visit the Trust's dedicated Staff Benefits pages. Date posted 05 November 2024 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 6 Salary £37,338 to £44,962 a year pro rata Contract Permanent Working pattern Part-time Reference number 419-6743405-DSN-C Job locations Scarborough Hospital Woodlands Drive Scarborough YO12 6QL Job description Job responsibilities A full description of the role is available in the attachment: job description. Please note that if a high number of applications are received this advert may close early. You areadvised to submityour application at the earliest opportunity. Working for the Trust Across our organisation, people are guided by values that were co-developed with staff: we are kind; we are open; and we pursue excellence. Our values play into our ambition to develop a more diverse workforce, truly representative of our communities. We welcome applications from everyone, while working with our Staff Networks - including our Race Equality, LGBTQ, Disability and Carers Networks - to increase the number of applications we receive fromdifferent backgrounds. If there is anything we can do to make our application process more accessible to you, please contact:yhs-tr.recruitmentnhs.net. As part ofseekingto become more inclusive, we will consider requests for flexible working from the start of your employment. It may not be suitable for every role, but we will try and be supportive where we can. We would encourage you to speak to the recruiting manager named within this advert to discuss any requirements you may have. Armed Forces Friendly Employer We are holders of the Gold Award from the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme, which is helping actively promoteSaBRE- Supporting Britains Reservists and Employers. This means that we have made a statement of intent to support all Defence personnel, including with applications for employment. COVID-19 Vaccination Requirements Our Trust continues to strongly encourage our staff to be vaccinated against COVID19, thisremainsour best defence to protect our patients,ourselvesand everyone else. Job description Job responsibilities A full description of the role is available in the attachment: job description. Please note that if a high number of applications are received this advert may close early. You areadvised to submityour application at the earliest opportunity. Working for the Trust Across our organisation, people are guided by values that were co-developed with staff: we are kind; we are open; and we pursue excellence. Our values play into our ambition to develop a more diverse workforce, truly representative of our communities. We welcome applications from everyone, while working with our Staff Networks - including our Race Equality, LGBTQ, Disability and Carers Networks - to increase the number of applications we receive fromdifferent backgrounds. If there is anything we can do to make our application process more accessible to you, please contact:yhs-tr.recruitmentnhs.net. As part ofseekingto become more inclusive, we will consider requests for flexible working from the start of your employment. It may not be suitable for every role, but we will try and be supportive where we can. We would encourage you to speak to the recruiting manager named within this advert to discuss any requirements you may have. Armed Forces Friendly Employer We are holders of the Gold Award from the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme, which is helping actively promoteSaBRE- Supporting Britains Reservists and Employers. This means that we have made a statement of intent to support all Defence personnel, including with applications for employment. COVID-19 Vaccination Requirements Our Trust continues to strongly encourage our staff to be vaccinated against COVID19, thisremainsour best defence to protect our patients,ourselvesand everyone else. Person Specification Qualifications Essential Registered nurse - Level 1 Post registration qualification in specialty Desirable Working towards degree or equivalent Experience Essential Experience at Band 5 or equivalent including within a relevant speciality Audit & Standard setting Desirable Service development and/ or change management Skills Essential Ability to organise and prioritise own and others workload IT skills Leadership skills Person Specification Qualifications Essential Registered nurse - Level 1 Post registration qualification in specialty Desirable Working towards degree or equivalent Experience Essential Experience at Band 5 or equivalent including within a relevant speciality Audit & Standard setting Desirable Service development and/ or change management Skills Essential Ability to organise and prioritise own and others workload IT skills Leadership skills 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 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). Employer details Employer name York and Scarborough Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Address Scarborough Hospital Woodlands Drive Scarborough YO12 6QL Employer's website https://www.yorkhospitals.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)