Job summary We are currently seeking an experienced and compassionate band 6 Diabetes Support Nurse to join our dynamic team. The Diabetes Support Nurse will play a crucial role in providing specialised care to patients with diabetes, ensuring they receive high standards of treatment to effectively manage their condition. Main duties of the job To support the work of the Diabetes team to provide clinical support and expertise to Diabetic in-patients within the Trust and outpatient departments. To provide a high standard of nursing care and to develop existing specialist Diabetes knowledge and skills. To act as a Diabetes nursing resource giving advice and psychological support to patients, carers and healthcare professionals. To review nursing practice and support the implementation of appropriate changes based on research/best practice. To assist with the development and implementation of audit, quality and Risk Management initiatives. To support the work of the Diabetes team; providing clinical support and expertise to the service. To contribute to the 7 day Diabetes Inpatient service. About us We want to attract the best and brightest people to work with us and that means we will look after you from the moment you apply for a role at the Trust and throughout your career with us. Our staff are central to everything we do, and we believe that investing in you is crucial if we want to enable you to reach your full potential. Date posted 07 February 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 6 Salary £37,338 to £44,962 a year per annum Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time, Part-time, Job share Reference number 177-EMER-6959929 Job locations James Paget University Hospital Lowestoft Road Gorleston NR31 6LA Job description Job responsibilities Please see the Job Description and Person Specification for a full and comprehensive overview for this position. Job description Job responsibilities Please see the Job Description and Person Specification for a full and comprehensive overview for this position. Person Specification Education and qualifications Essential Registered Nurse Evidence of ongoing professional development Mentor/supervisor training Desirable Qualification relating to Diabetes Experience and knowledge Essential Broad post registration experience Desirable NHS experience in an acute setting Skills, abilities and competencies Essential Excellent communication skills Accurate document presentation and attention to detail Desirable Experience in patient education Behavioural qualities Essential Enthusiastic and self motivated Ability to work independently or as part of a team Desirable Ability to lead and motivate individuals Person Specification Education and qualifications Essential Registered Nurse Evidence of ongoing professional development Mentor/supervisor training Desirable Qualification relating to Diabetes Experience and knowledge Essential Broad post registration experience Desirable NHS experience in an acute setting Skills, abilities and competencies Essential Excellent communication skills Accurate document presentation and attention to detail Desirable Experience in patient education Behavioural qualities Essential Enthusiastic and self motivated Ability to work independently or as part of a team Desirable Ability to lead and motivate individuals 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 James Paget University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Address James Paget University Hospital Lowestoft Road Gorleston NR31 6LA Employer's website https://www.jpaget.nhs.uk/work-for-us/ (Opens in a new tab)