Job Description

To develop, co-ordinate and provide a highly specialist diabetes care service, while working in partnership with patients and their carers/relatives and clinicians in the University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust catchment area. To be a clinical and educational resource and provider of specialist care for patients and their health professionals across the healthcare community.



To provide patient care in delivering type 1 structured education, therapy involving technology and inpatient care.



We welcome applications from those who currently hold a UK NMC registration. If you currently hold an overseas nursing qualification and require sponsorship we are not currently direct hiring Internationally Qualified Nurses.



To lead the inpatient diabetes in-reach service as part of a wider band 7 team.



To educate patients and carers on diabetes management



To educate staff



To lead on service development opportunities



At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always put the Patient First. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of Staff Networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We're proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) and a Veteran Aware Trust.



We treat our patients and staff with the same compassion and empathy we expect for ourselves. We're here for them when they need us, and we go above and beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in our Wellbeing Programme for staff which is extensive and designed to support you when you need it, including where possible, flexible working to support work life balance - because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves.



As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching and training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us and throughout your career we will help you to grow and develop. We hope that in choosing UHSussex you are choosing a long and happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make and feel valued for all that you do.



We look forward to receiving your application and the start of your journey with UHSussex.

Candidate Information Pack:

https://www.uhsussex.nhs.uk/resources/candidate-information-pack/



Communications and Relationship skills - ( F actor 1)



To p rovide expert nursing advice and support to patients, their families / carers and other healthcare professionals following diagnosis and through treatment.



Promote effective communication across primary and secondary care interface to ensure a seamless, equitable , quality service is provided for all people with diabetes ins the University Hospitals Sussex catchment.



To provide and deliver structured type 1 education.



To follow up patients as appropriate and ensure that all information is available to enable patients to make an informed choice about management and treatment.



To impart news of chronic illness and be able to work effectively in distressing circumstances.



To create opportunities to promote and share good practice locally and nationally by undertaking presentations and publications.



To support the Nurse Consultant in Diabetes and senior colleagues in the event of a major incident and to organise care for relatives in the designated area.



2. Analytical and Judgemental skills - ( F actor 3)



Able to perform concise, comprehensive patient assessments, identify risk factors, advise on lifestyle and treatment options, generate a care plan and evaluate outcomes.



Undertake diagnostic / therapeutic interventions as an autonomous practitioner. To interpret results and initiate possible treatment on the basis of the findings.



To advise on a range of medications, insulins and methods of administration. To adjust doses of regimen, transfer patients to insulin, and to discontinue oral agents when commencing insulin for in and out patients under agreed guidelines and protocols.



To have an u nderstanding of and be able to facilitate technology based solutions where appropriate ie ; pump therapy, flash glucose monitoring, continuous glucose monitoring systems.



To have the ability to analyse and interpret national local and national audit reports and produce recommendations resulting from these.



3. Planning and Organisational skills - ( F actor 4)



Organise and deliver education and training programmes to multi-professionals and individuals with diabetes.



To attend and co-ordinate MDT meetings where appropriate .



To manage a complex caseload of out patients as needed, discharging back to community and primary care services where required



Support the triage of diabetes patient referrals into the specialist diabetes team, assessing urgency and signposting to appropriate HCP to see the patient.



4. Patient/ C lient C are - ( F actor 6)



To lead on and be actively involved in nurse led inpatient care, liaising with ward staff to provide specialist advice to patients and staff, ensure high quality nursing care.



To provide clinical expertise , psychological and social support to people with diabetes, their relatives / carers at all stages of the disease, in hospital and clinics.



To demonstrate compassion, empathy and sensitivity to clients who may have complex emotional and physical conditions and social concerns requiring moderate emotional effort on a daily basis .



Prioritise safety and timely discharge or transfer of care of patients from or between hospitals and services and health care professionals ensuring barriers are identified and acted on appropriately.



5. Policy and Service Development Implementation - ( F actor 7)



To ensure that all care given is in accordance with agreed local and national guidelines, protocols and polic ies



To lead and actively participate in service development projects and quality initiatives. This will include the implementation, monitoring and evaluation of initiatives and standards.



To take a lead role in updating policies, pathways and guidelines to ensure a high standard of evidence based care.



Lead on or actively participate in patient experience initiatives, to seek patient experience feed back in relation to service delivery.



6. Financial and Physical Development (inc . equipment, stock etc) - ( F actor 8)



Contribute to the management of the department budget .



To assist the Nurse Consultant in ensuring the best use of available resources to provide a cos t effective service.



Ensure regular reviews of the department budget, stock levels and equipment.



7. Human Resources (inc . developing and delivering training) - ( F actor 9)



Provide cover for other specialist nurses within the diabetes team, as appropriate .



Line manage junior staff within the team, including appraisals, training and development



Participate in the development, support and supervision of junior staff within the diabetes team.



To participate in training and education events provided by the trust.



To provide on-going diabetes education both structured and opportunist for nursing and medical staff, evaluating behaviour change against outcomes .



To provide specialist teaching in diabetes care and management for the degree and masters level students.



To support the Nurse Consultant and senior colleagues to manage staff and resources e ffectively to achieve team and t rust objectives .



Management of sickness, disciplinary and capability issues.



To be aware of and adhere to current HR policies.



To participate in the recruitment and retention of staff.



8 . Information Resources - ( F actor 10)



Use of databases and spreadsheets.



Use of Trust IT systems, such as the patient administration system, electronic prescribing and notes system.



Ensure information governance policies are adhered to.



9 . Research and D evelopment - ( F actor 11)



To lead on specific clinical audit projects within the trust and participate in research projects where applicable.



To attend meetings and conferences as appropriate .



To participate in the management of patient care underpinned by research, taking into account the legal and ethical aspects of nursing care and record keeping.



To participate in the promotion of a positive learning and working environment .



To provide on-going diabetes education both structured and opportunist for nursing and medical staff, evaluating behavior change against outcomes.



10. Professional (not included in any of the above factors )



To maintain accurate , contemporaneous electronic clinical records and legible written records.



T o have a leadership role within the department and the Trust.



To keep up to date with current literature and research in th e speciality.



To undergo and actively participate in own performance appraisals.



Perform staff appraisals within the team.



Practice in accordance with the NMC code of conduct.



Maintain and be responsible for own revalidation and registration.



11. Clinical (not included in any of the above factors )



To triage patients using the Diabetes Specialist Nurse Telephone and email advice line, offering support, advice and treatment changes. To provide telephone support and advice to healthcare professionals who request guidance in diabetes management



To work effectively within a multi- disciplinary team to provide holistic care.



To be a non-medical prescriber or be willing to undertake this qualification.



Please see and Person Specification for full details.