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.

Main duties of the job

Patient Assessment and Management:

Conduct comprehensive assessments of inpatients with diabetes.Develop, implement, and evaluate individualised care plans in collaboration with the multidisciplinary team.Monitor blood glucose levels and adjust diabetes treatment plans, including insulin therapy and other medications, based on clinical protocols and patient needs.

Diabetes Education and Support:

Provide education to inpatients and their families about diabetes management, including blood glucose monitoring, medication administration, dietary management, and lifestyle changes.Offer psychological support to patients to help them cope with their diagnosis and treatment.Insulin and Medication Management:

Administer insulin and other diabetes-related medications.Educate patients on the use of insulin pumps and continuous glucose monitoring systems, if applicable.Adjust insulin regimens in response to patient needs and changes in their clinical condition.

Prevention and Management of Complications:

Identify and manage acute complications of diabetes, such as hypoglycaemia , hyperglycaemia, and diabetic ketoacidosis.Work to prevent long-term complications through effective inpatient management and patient education.

About us

As one of the largest acute teaching Trusts in England, we offer learning and development opportunities to help you achieve the career you aspire to.

All non-clinical roles may involve a mixture of on site and remote working, Specific details and flexible working options can be discussed as part of the interview process. UHS employees are able to access a range of NHS discounts, are entitled to a minimum of 35 days paid holiday (pro rata), and we offer a generous pension scheme.

Southampton is an attractive place to live and work situated on the south coast, with an international airport and direct trains to London. The New Forest National Park and beaches of the Jurassic coast are also right on our doorstep. The city offers living costs 20% lower than London and 14 schools rated outstanding by Ofsted.

Specific to this role we are open to discussing flexibility in the hours that you work. Please talk to us at interview about the flexibility you need, and we will explore what's possible for the role and service.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Multidisciplinary Collaboration Team Coordination:

Collaborate with doctors, dietitians, pharmacists, and other healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive diabetes care.Participate in ward rounds, case conferences, and multidisciplinary team meetings.Liaison and Communication:

Act as a liaison between the diabetes team and other hospital departments to ensure continuity of care.Communicate effectively with primary care providers and community diabetes services for seamless discharge planning.

Education and TrainingStaff Education:

Provide training and ongoing education to ward staff and other healthcare professionals on diabetes management and best practices.Develop and deliver in-service training programs and educational materials.

Professional Development:

Keep up-to-date with current research and developments in diabetes care.Participate in continuous professional development activities, such as attending relevant courses, conferences, and workshops.Administrative DutiesDocumentation:

Maintain accurate and comprehensive patient records, ensuring documentation meets legal and professional standards.Document all aspects of patient care and communication in the patients medical record.Audit and Quality Improvement:

Participate in clinical audits and quality improvement projects aimed at enhancing diabetes care within the hospital.Contribute to the development and implementation of diabetes-related policies, protocols, and guidelines.

Data Management:

Collect and analyse data related to diabetes care and outcomes.Use data to inform practice improvements and report findings to relevant stakeholders.

Support and Advocacy:

Advocate for the needs and preferences of patients with diabetes within the hospital setting.Ensure patients rights and choices are respected in all aspects of their care.

Community Engagement:

Engage with patient support groups and community organisations to promote diabetes awareness and support for inpatients transitioning to home care.

Significant clinical experience in diabetes management, preferably in an inpatient setting.

Person Specification

Trust Values

Essential

• Patient First
• Always Improving
• Working Together

Qualifications, knowledge and experience

Essential

• Registered nurse on relevant part of the NMC register
• Degree qualification, 120 credits at L6 or possess an equivalent knowledge to be assessed through evidence of relevant specialist training, experience or portfolio
• Significant post registration experience / qualification / training, including experience and knowledge within relevant speciality
• Completion of all Band 5 (preceptorship) competencies
• Higher Education Institute approved course in supporting learners in practice or evidence assessed to be of equivalent experience, demonstrating support to a range of learners in practice. Provide evidence of both supporting a range of learners in practice and supporting colleagues to promote effective learning in practice
• Extensive post registration experience within specialist area.
• Knowledge of current issues within the acute health service.
• Understanding of personal accountability.

Desirable

• Change Management, clinical practice development.
• Multidisciplinary team working

Skills and competencies

Essential

• Ability to learn and assimilate information quickly
• Communication
• Critical thinking
• General IT skills
• Leadership
• Organisational skills
• Negotiation skills
• Prioritisation
• Teamwork
• Working under pressure

Employer details

Employer name

University Hospital Southampton NHS Trust

Address

University Hospital Southampton

Tremona Road

Southampton

SO14 2AA

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