Paediatric Diabetes Nurse

Job summary

Do you have an interest in, or passion for working with children and young people with diabetes? Do you have some experience in the management of paediatric diabetes and would like to develop your knowledge and skills further?

An exciting opportunity has arisen within the East Kent Children's diabetes team.

We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated paediatric nurse who would like to develop professionally within the speciality of childhood and adolescent diabetes.

With one of the largest services for children and young people with diabetes in the South East Coast and London network we can offer you a rewarding, flexible and supportive secondment working alongside experienced and specialist multidisciplinary staff within the children's diabetes team,

With the majority of clients having Type1 diabetes and approximately 90% currently using integrated insulin pump and sensor technology vast experience in the use of the latest diabetes related technologies is available.

Here at East Kent Hospitals we value diversity in our workforce and as such encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply. If you believe there may be any barriers to your consideration of this role we would encourage you to contact us for a further discussion. Informal enquiries and visits are welcome and encouraged.

Main duties of the job

To work within the Children's Diabetes Team, providing expert nursing care, support and advice to children and young people following the diagnosis of diabetes.

To work under the direction of the specialist nurses, supporting a caseload of patients across East Kent.

To work in partnership with the children, young people and their families offering advice, emotional and practical support and liaising with other professionals.

About us

We are one of the largest hospital trusts in England, with five hospitals and community clinics serving a local population of around 800,000 people. Our vision is 'great healthcare from great people'. Everything we do is guided by our values: 'People feel cared for, safe, respected and confident that we are making a difference'. We have a new way of working at East Kent Hospitals, called 'We care'. It's about empowering frontline staff to lead improvements day-to-day. We're looking for compassionate people to be part of our improvement journey for the patients, families and carers we care for every day.

Please note that if you require a Certificate of Sponsorship to work in the UK you must declare this on your application form, even if you currently have a certificate of sponsorship or a work permit for another role and are already working in the country. Please note we are only able to sponsor candidates for a Skilled Worker Visa for roles that are eligible at the time of application.

Job responsibilities

Please scroll down to access the full Job Description and Person Specification located in Documents to download.

If you have further queries please dont hesitate to contact the line manager using the contact details below.

Person specification

Personal attributes

Essential

• Aware of the Trust vision, mission and values
• Ability to communicate clearly, both written and verbally. The ability to converse at ease with customers and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post.
• Ability to develop working relationships with others Time management and personal organisation skills.

Clinical/Experience

Essential

• Recent clinical experience within an acute Trust or Paediatric Community setting).
• Delivery of evidence-based practice
• Demonstrates child focused approach
• Basic IT skills
• Demonstrates an ability to teach staff, parents, patients and other professionals

Desirable

• Previous experience in paediatric diabetes grade 5/6
• Experience of caring for Children with diabetes
• Evidence of on-going professional development
• Evidence of facilitating learning in practice

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Nurse/Child branch
• Completion of Preceptorship

Desirable

• Mentorship/ENB 998

Governance

Essential

• Understanding of data protection principles

Other Requirements

Essential

• Have means to travel in a timely way between the main hospital sites within East Kent

Desirable

• Possess a full driver licence and have access to a car that can be used for work purposes, subject to the provisions of the Equality Act (2010)