Job summary Unlock Your Potential with the Diabetes Specialist Nursing Service Are you a passionate nurse eager to dive deep into the world of diabetes care? We have an exciting opportunity just for you We're thrilled to announce a permanent position within our dynamic and supportive Diabetes Specialist Nursing Service. Join our incredible team and embark on a journey that will elevate your career while making a profound impact on patient lives. This is your chance to expand your knowledge and refine your skills in both inpatient and outpatient settingsa unique blend that ensures comprehensive care for our patients. Who We're Looking For: We seek a motivated and enthusiastic nurse with a thirst for knowledge. If you're ready to embrace the challenge, bring your excellent communication and leadership skills, and become an integral part of our team, we want to hear from you. What We Offer: Comprehensive training and hands-on support Opportunities to enhance your expertise as a Diabetes Specialist Nurse A collaborative and friendly environment with like-minded professionals Step into a role where your contributions truly matter, and watch your career soar as you help shape the future of diabetes care. This is more than just a position; it's an opportunity to shape the future of diabetes care and truly make a difference If you're ready to take on new challenges and collaborate with passionate colleagues, we invite you to apply and help lead the way in exceptional diabetes management. Main duties of the job Are you ready to make a difference in the lives of people with diabetes while working in a dynamic inpatient setting? If so, we want you to be part of our exceptional team. As a key player in our Diabetes Specialist Nursing Service, you'll assess, plan, and implement tailored treatment plans for patients with diabetes, ensuring they receive top-notch care during their hospital stay. But that's not all You'll also have the opportunity to contribute to the organisation and delivery of specialised education and training for fellow healthcare professionals and caregivers, fostering a culture of knowledge-sharing and excellence in diabetes management. In this role, you'll work closely alongside Consultants, Clinical Nurse Specialists, and a stellar multidisciplinary team, playing an integral role in providing effective care for our inpatients. Your expertise and skills will not only inform your practice but also enhance the collective impact of our dedicated team. What You'll Bring: The ability to work autonomously and thrive in an environment that values evidence-based, high-quality service Excellent organisational skills to manage your workload efficiently A proactive mindset that embraces change and innovation at a local level About us The Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust (NCA) provides hospital and integrated health and social care services to over one million people living across Greater Manchester. Our 20,000 colleagues care for people in hospital and in the community, working across Bury, Rochdale, Oldham and Salford, to save and improve lives. As a large NHS trust we are committed to enhancing the health of our local population by delivering consistently high standards of care and working closely with local authorities and key partners. We believe in our power and potential to make a difference and we're always looking for people who demonstrate our three core values - care, appreciate and inspire - to join our team. In return, we can offer you a job role with purpose and flexibility. The size and scale of the NCA means we can provide more challenge and opportunities so your career can always be moving in the right direction. By joining us you can also access a competitive benefits package, including, a fantastic annual leave allowance, flexible working opportunities and protected hours for health and wellbeing activities, helping you to achieve more personal downtime and a better work-life balance. Date posted 08 January 2025 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 236-BCO-NM904-24 Job locations Fairfield General Hospital Rochdale Old Road Bury BL9 7TD Job description Job responsibilities To read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities please open the Job Description and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading. You can also read more information about working at the Northern Care Alliance within the attached Candidate Information Pack or by visiting our careers website:www.careers.northerncarealliance.nhs.uk Job description Job responsibilities To read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities please open the Job Description and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading. You can also read more information about working at the Northern Care Alliance within the attached Candidate Information Pack or by visiting our careers website:www.careers.northerncarealliance.nhs.uk Person Specification Registration and Qualifications Essential Current NMC registration First level degree Post basic qualification in diabetes or equivalent portfolio of evidence Recognised teaching qualification Desirable Non-Medical prescribing or willingness to undertake Skill and Experience Essential Experience of working in the field of diabetes and good clinical knowledge Evidence of proactive involvement in the mentorship of nurses Excellent interpersonal skills, evidence of development of own skill and knowledge Person Specification Registration and Qualifications Essential Current NMC registration First level degree Post basic qualification in diabetes or equivalent portfolio of evidence Recognised teaching qualification Desirable Non-Medical prescribing or willingness to undertake Skill and Experience Essential Experience of working in the field of diabetes and good clinical knowledge Evidence of proactive involvement in the mentorship of nurses Excellent interpersonal skills, evidence of development of own skill and knowledge 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. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). 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. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). 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 Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust Address Fairfield General Hospital Rochdale Old Road Bury BL9 7TD Employer's website https://www.northerncarealliance.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)