Job summary The post holder will be expected to deliver patient centred advice, support and care specifically for service users with pre-existing diabetes and to those who develop gestational diabetes (GDM) during pregnancy. The post holder will be a key member of the multi-disciplinary team (MDT), working alongside the diabetes team of obstetricians, diabetologists, Diabetes Specialist Nurses (DSNs) and dietitians. Through effective working practices, the post holder will continue the philosophy of jointly working with other health care professionals to develop a holistic support network for pregnant women with diabetes. In addition to the clinical role, the post holder will aim to raise the awareness and improve standards of screening for diabetes and inpatient diabetes care through planning and implementation of specialised programmes of education and training. Main duties of the job In this role you will provide highly specialised advice to support to women with pre-existing diabetes, those who develop diabetes during their pregnancy, their families and other health care professionals. You will be expected to address the needs of patients from different ethnic minority groups, their families and carers with respect to advice, support and educational materials provided in a variety of formats to meet their needs. About us King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK's largest and busiest teaching Trusts with a turnover of £1 billion, 1.5 million patient contacts a year and more than 15,000 staff based across South East London. The Trust provides a full range of local and specialist services across its five sites. The trust-wide strategy of Strong Roots, Global Reach is our Vision to be BOLD, Brilliant people, Outstanding care, Leaders in Research, Innovation and Education, Diversity, Equality and Inclusion at the heart of everything we do. By being person-centred, digitally-enabled, and focused on sustainability, we aim to take Team King's to another level. We are at a pivotal point in our history and we require individuals who are ready to join a highly professional team and make a real, lasting difference to our patients and our people. King's is committed to delivering Sustainable Healthcare for All via our Green Plan. In line with national Greener NHS ambitions, we have set net zero carbon targets of 2040 for our NHS Carbon Footprint and 2045 for our NHS Carbon Footprint Plus. Everyone's contribution is required in order to meet the goals set out in our Green Plan and we encourage all staff to work responsibly, minimising their contributions to the Trust's carbon emissions, waste and pollution wherever possible. Date posted 16 January 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 7 Salary £51,883 to £58,544 a year pa annum including HCA Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 213-CAY-6883226 Job locations Princess Royal University Hospital Farnborough Common Orpington, Kent BR6 8ND Job description Job responsibilities Work alongside the diabetes nurses in accessing digital blood glucose monitoring results. Perform antenatal checks and review ultrasound findings and discuss with the patient and medical / obstetric team as necessary. Provide parent education sessions for T1, T2 and GDM women and their partners, to discuss the intricacies of labour and delivery with diabetes. To discuss birth plans and recommendations. Improve and develop education materials for women with diabetes and staff involved in their care. Support postnatal ward staff in the reviewing and discharge of patients with diabetes. Support the dietitians and DSNs in the education of newly diagnosed GDM women. Educate ward staff regarding management of diabetes, including management of hypoglycaemia Act in accordance with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) Code of Professional Conduct and Midwives Rules To record and report untoward incidents and complaints in line with Trust policy. Keep accurate and contemporaneous notes in relation to the care you have provided and general management of diabetes in pregnancy. Contribute to the yearly report and audit of diabetes in pregnancy Oversee the OGTT process, auditing and improving efficiency. To supervise, support, guide, assist in the development of and assess the competency of junior staff. To initiate change effectively in response to clinical and organisational demands and inform staff of concerns which may affect patient care. Present at the monthly midwives mandatory training sessions. Education of new band 5/6s in Kings protocols and management of diabetes. Hold drop in refresher sessions for AN, labour and PN midwives and MSWs in care of the woman with diabetes during pregnancy. Carry out investigations concerning the OGTT/diabetes screening pathway through Inphase. Carry out regular audit of the OGTT process for review and quality improvement. Regular audit of the management of diabetes in labour and during steroids Job description Job responsibilities Work alongside the diabetes nurses in accessing digital blood glucose monitoring results. Perform antenatal checks and review ultrasound findings and discuss with the patient and medical / obstetric team as necessary. Provide parent education sessions for T1, T2 and GDM women and their partners, to discuss the intricacies of labour and delivery with diabetes. To discuss birth plans and recommendations. Improve and develop education materials for women with diabetes and staff involved in their care. Support postnatal ward staff in the reviewing and discharge of patients with diabetes. Support the dietitians and DSNs in the education of newly diagnosed GDM women. Educate ward staff regarding management of diabetes, including management of hypoglycaemia Act in accordance with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) Code of Professional Conduct and Midwives Rules To record and report untoward incidents and complaints in line with Trust policy. Keep accurate and contemporaneous notes in relation to the care you have provided and general management of diabetes in pregnancy. Contribute to the yearly report and audit of diabetes in pregnancy Oversee the OGTT process, auditing and improving efficiency. To supervise, support, guide, assist in the development of and assess the competency of junior staff. To initiate change effectively in response to clinical and organisational demands and inform staff of concerns which may affect patient care. Present at the monthly midwives mandatory training sessions. Education of new band 5/6s in Kings protocols and management of diabetes. Hold drop in refresher sessions for AN, labour and PN midwives and MSWs in care of the woman with diabetes during pregnancy. Carry out investigations concerning the OGTT/diabetes screening pathway through Inphase. Carry out regular audit of the OGTT process for review and quality improvement. Regular audit of the management of diabetes in labour and during steroids Person Specification Education Essential BSc Midwifery (or equivalent) Further education/specialist knowledge in diabetes management Desirable Completed the midwife prescribers course Completed the midwife prescribers course Completion of leadership / coaching course Skills and Experience Essential Completion of preceptorship year post qualification Experience of caring for women with diabetes in pregnancy Experience of providing education to staff/patients IT literate with a working knowledge of Word, Excel, PowerPoint All essential midwifery skills, especially AN and PN care Desirable Experience of leading a team Experience of audit/service evaluation Person Specification Education Essential BSc Midwifery (or equivalent) Further education/specialist knowledge in diabetes management Desirable Completed the midwife prescribers course Completed the midwife prescribers course Completion of leadership / coaching course Skills and Experience Essential Completion of preceptorship year post qualification Experience of caring for women with diabetes in pregnancy Experience of providing education to staff/patients IT literate with a working knowledge of Word, Excel, PowerPoint All essential midwifery skills, especially AN and PN care Desirable Experience of leading a team Experience of audit/service evaluation 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 King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust Address Princess Royal University Hospital Farnborough Common Orpington, Kent BR6 8ND Employer's website https://www.kch.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)