Job Summary
We seek a dedicated and experienced Diabetic Specialist Practice Nurse to join our GP practice team in Weston-Super-Mare. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in diabetes care, providing high-quality support to patients living with diabetes, promoting self-management, and working collaboratively with our multidisciplinary healthcare team. This role offers an exciting opportunity to make a real difference to the health and well-being of individuals in the local community.
Primary Responsibilities
Key Responsibilities:
1. Patient Care & Support:
1. Provide expert advice and support to patients with Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes.
2. Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate care plans for diabetic patients, ensuring their individual needs are met.
3. Educate and empower patients on diabetes management, including medication, lifestyle changes, and self-monitoring.
4. Support patients in managing their blood sugar levels, and monitor for complications.
5. Provide ongoing care and follow-up for patients, reviewing progress and adjusting care plans as needed.
2. Clinical Leadership:
1. Lead and coordinate diabetes clinics within the practice, ensuring efficient and effective service delivery.
2. Promote and drive the uptake of diabetes reviews in line with national guidelines and best practice standards.
3. Work closely with GPs, practice nurses, and other healthcare professionals to ensure integrated and holistic care for diabetic patients.
4. Offer professional guidance and support to junior nursing staff and colleagues.
3. Education & Training:
1. Deliver education and training sessions for patients and practice staff on diabetes care, including workshops and patient education events.
2. Stay up-to-date with current trends in diabetes care, ensuring evidence-based practices are applied.
3. Support the development and delivery of practice policies and protocols for diabetes management.
4. Clinical Governance & Quality Improvement:
1. Contribute to audits, reviews, and other quality improvement activities related to diabetes care within the practice.
2. Maintain accurate patient records, ensuring that data is up-to-date and in compliance with confidentiality and data protection laws.
3. Participate in the implementation of local and national diabetes initiatives and protocols.
Essential Qualifications & Skills:
1. Registered Nurse (RN) with valid NMC (Nursing and Midwifery Council) registration.
2. Specialist diabetes qualification, such as a Diabetes Diploma or equivalent.
3. Proven experience in managing patients with diabetes in a primary care setting.
4. Strong clinical skills, including the ability to assess, plan, and deliver care for diabetic patients.
5. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport with patients and colleagues.
6. Knowledge of current national guidelines and best practices for diabetes management.
7. Ability to work autonomously and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
Desirable Qualifications & Skills:
1. Experience working in a GP practice or primary care setting.
2. Experience in delivering structured education for diabetic patients.
3. Experience with data management systems such as EMIS Web.
Why Join Us?
1. You’ll be joining a supportive, dynamic, and friendly team who are committed to delivering excellent patient care.
2. The practice is well-equipped with modern facilities, and you will have access to continuous professional development opportunities.
3. Weston-Super-Mare offers a beautiful coastal location with great local amenities, schools, and recreational activities, providing an excellent work-life balance.
4. If you are passionate about diabetes care and want to make a positive impact on the lives of people living with diabetes, we would love to hear from you.
Application Process: Please submit your application along with your CV and cover letter to Director of Nursing, Marion Snelling at marionsnelling@nhs.net.
Job Type: Permanent
Pay: From £39,405.00 per year
Benefits:
* Company pension
* Free flu jabs
* Sick pay
Schedule:
* 8 hour shift
Experience:
* Nursing: 1 year (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
* NMC (required)
* Driving Licence (preferred)
Work Location: In person
Application deadline: 31/01/2025
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