Job summary The primary aim of this role is to lead and develop the specialist nursing service support to primary care and support implementation of the NW London Diabetes Transformation Programme and to offer clinical, professional, and strategic leadership. The position involves identifying opportunities for service growth and leading the development and redesign of community-based diabetes care, including implementing care pathways and to develop robust partnership working within primary and secondary care to ensure true integrated care across West London Borough. By leveraging advanced clinical expertise, the post holder will influence GPs and commissioners while advising the Strategy & Business Development Directorate. The goal is to enhance and transform diabetes care for individuals in North West and West London boroughs. Main duties of the job Additionally, the post holder will offer expert advice and support to colleagues and patients to uphold clinical excellence, reduce emergency admissions and bed days, and promote patient self-care and quality of life. They will provide clinical leadership and vision to support the Diabetes Specialist Nurses and drive the development of an integrated community diabetes pathway.Expert Practice Professional Leadership and Consultancy Education, Training & Development Practice & Service Development Research & Evaluation About us Just as we care about our patients' well-being, we care about yours We can offer you: A comprehensive induction into the community service followed by a local induction to introduce you to the role Car lease scheme(only available for Band 5 and up) Flexible working options Annual travel card loan Training, support and development in your career To have a full look at our benefits and what it's like working for us please go here: https://www.clch.nhs.uk/job/pay-and-benefits Date posted 06 November 2024 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 8b Salary £70,387 to £80,465 a year per annum, inclusive of HCAS Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 824-INNER-6777504 Job locations Lisson Grove Health Centre Gateforth St London NW8 8EG Job description Job responsibilities Please refer to Job Description and Person Specification for outline of skills, knowledge and experience required. Job description Job responsibilities Please refer to Job Description and Person Specification for outline of skills, knowledge and experience required. Person Specification Education/Qualification Essential Registered Nurse Possession of an MSc Evidence of on-going post graduate education and development Specialty specific qualification Independent Nurse Prescriber Desirable Studying at Doctoral level or equivalent research experience demonstrated through publications Teaching qualification (PGCE or equivalent) Experience Essential Experience as a Diabetes Specialist Nurse Evidence of service development and implementation of innovative practice Experience of service re-profiling & re-design/change management Excellent project management skills Evidence of teaching experience & able to influence educational providers. Evidence of conducting research & audit and able to disseminate findings. Evidence of work in workforce development and skill mix Supporting clinical governance strategy for service Experience of managing a budget and business planning Developing strategic direction for service Developing, interpreting & implementing national local service/Trust policies Person Specification Education/Qualification Essential Registered Nurse Possession of an MSc Evidence of on-going post graduate education and development Specialty specific qualification Independent Nurse Prescriber Desirable Studying at Doctoral level or equivalent research experience demonstrated through publications Teaching qualification (PGCE or equivalent) Experience Essential Experience as a Diabetes Specialist Nurse Evidence of service development and implementation of innovative practice Experience of service re-profiling & re-design/change management Excellent project management skills Evidence of teaching experience & able to influence educational providers. Evidence of conducting research & audit and able to disseminate findings. Evidence of work in workforce development and skill mix Supporting clinical governance strategy for service Experience of managing a budget and business planning Developing strategic direction for service Developing, interpreting & implementing national local service/Trust policies 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 Central London Community Health Trust Address Lisson Grove Health Centre Gateforth St London NW8 8EG Employer's website https://clch.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)