Job Description

University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us.



Please see below for detailed job description of the role.

Key Responsibilities:

Clinical Practice

Provide expert diabetes assessment, monitoring, and management to inpatients with diabetes across all wards.



Collaborate with medical, nursing, dietetic, and pharmacy teams to optimise glycaemic control and reduce diabetes-related complications.



Initiate or adjust insulin therapy, oral medications, and glucose monitoring strategies in line with clinical guidelines and patient needs.



Lead on the care of patients with diabetes emergencies (e.g., DKA, HHS, hypoglycaemia).



Act as an advocate for patients, promoting patient-centred care and self-management principles.



Education & Training

Deliver formal and informal training to ward staff on inpatient diabetes management, including safe use of insulin and hypoglycaemia prevention.



Support patient education around diabetes care, treatment changes, and discharge planning.



Leadership & Service Development

Contribute to the planning and delivery of high-quality inpatient diabetes services.



Participate in audits, quality improvement initiatives, and policy development related to diabetes care.



Act as a clinical leader and role model, supporting junior staff and students.



Communication & Documentation

Maintain clear, concise, and accurate patient records in accordance with legal and organisational standards.



Communicate effectively with all members of the MDT and external agencies involved in discharge planning and community follow-up.



University Hospital Southampton is one of England's largest acute teaching Trusts, offering a wide range of learning and development opportunities to support your career aspirations.



Located on the south coast with an international airport and direct rail links to London, Southampton offers an ideal setting to live and work, with the New Forest, South Downs and Jurassic Coast.



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At UHS we're committed to providing a flexible working environment where possible. Whether you are balancing family, study, or your wellbeing with your career, we want to support you so you can help our patients.



At UHS, we proudly champion individuality, recognizing that outstanding care is only possible with a diverse, inclusive team. We're committed to creating an anti-racist, anti-discriminatory environment where everyone feels valued, safe, and empowered to make a meaningful impact in our communities. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds, identities, and experiences to join us in building a healthcare community where everyone can belong, thrive, and contribute.



The post will be for 2 days a week (office hours) during Monday to Friday



Ward experience within an NHS setting is essential



Experience of caring for individuals with diabetes in the inpatient setting



Awareness of the medical management of diabetes emergencies such as DKA and Hypoglycaemia



Excellent communication skills



Team worker