University Hospitals of Derby and Burton NHS Foundation Trust
Recognized as a trusted organization at the heart of local communities, the Trust plays a vital role in supporting the public, patients, staff, and partners in achieving optimal health for the population through exceptional care. The core values of Compassion, Openness, and Excellence guide all aspects of operations and behavior, shaping a culture that delivers excellence. With over 13,000 staff members, the Trust offers immense variety and new opportunities daily. The organization is committed to promoting inclusion, equality, diversity, and human rights in employment and service delivery, ensuring all individuals experience equality of opportunity and appreciate the value of diversity. For the currently open clinical nurse specialist jobs, the Trust actively encourages applications from underrepresented groups, including Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic communities, aligning workforce diversity with the communities served. It supports veterans and individuals with disabilities through guaranteed interview schemes, recognizing the unique challenges faced by these groups in accessing employment. Reasonable adjustments under the Equality Act 2010 are provided upon request. For application support or adjustments, contact the recruitment team at 01332 788466.
Job Overview
This position offers an opportunity to join the diabetes clinical nurse specialist team as part of the Specialist Diabetes Nursing Team at University Hospitals of Derby and Burton NHS Foundation Trust. The role involves working within a multidisciplinary team, including consultants, nurses, dietitians, and support staff, to contribute to an innovative integrated service.
Main Duties of the Job
The role includes working across diabetes services and sites within the Trust, depending on service priorities. Applicants with experience in diabetes across inpatient, outpatient, and community settings are particularly desirable. Responsibilities include contributing to patient care, service development, and multidisciplinary team collaboration.
Requirements
The ideal candidate will have broad experience as a registered nurse, a passion for advancing services, and specific experience in diabetes care. Key qualifications include:
- Registered Nurse with current NMC registration
- Demonstrable experience in acute inpatient or community settings
- Ability to travel between sites
Desirable qualifications include experience in diabetes-specific settings, IT proficiency, leadership experience at Band 6 AfC level, and nurse prescribing.
What the Trust Offers
The Trust provides professional and leadership development opportunities, ongoing support from recruitment through employment, and a variety of benefits, including an employee assistance program, discounted gym memberships, and car schemes.
Key Facts About the Trust
- Over 4,810 outpatient appointments and 1,115 A&E visits daily
- Fourth busiest trauma and orthopedics outpatient department in England
- Nearly 33,700 planned surgical operations annually across 57 operating theatres
- One of only seven Trusts in England with more than 50 operating theatres
Application Details
Applications should be submitted via the TRAC Recruitment Site, requiring account registration if not already registered. The closing date for applications is 5 December 2024, with interviews scheduled for 19 December 2024.
Additional Information
The Trust reserves the right to close applications early if a high number of applications are received. Flexibility in working arrangements is encouraged, with options for part-time, hybrid, and other tailored schedules discussed during interviews. Posts requiring a DBS check will involve a fee for new employees. Correspondence related to applications will be sent via the TRAC system. Candidates from outside the UK will need to meet UK Visas and Immigration requirements.
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