The Diabetes Service at Central London Community Health Trust is multidisciplinary, and this specialist post works autonomously with patients who have complex or poorly controlled diabetes. Work covers referral triage, clinical assessment, treatment changes including insulin and GLP-1 therapies, and home visits for housebound patients. The role also covers patient and carer education, training for colleagues, and audit. Fit depends on NMC Part 1 registration and a Masters or working towards one.
What the job involves
- Provide specialist care for patients with complex or poorly controlled diabetes in community and primary care
- Triage referrals and carry out clinical assessment
- Assess, plan, deliver and evaluate individual care plans
- Initiate, monitor and adjust treatments, including insulin and GLP-1 therapies, in line with national guidelines
- Make home visits for housebound patients
- Educate and empower patients, families and carers to manage diabetes and prevent complications
- Work with GPs, practice nurses and multidisciplinary teams to deliver coordinated care
- Give specialist advice, training and mentorship to healthcare professionals across primary, community and secondary care
- Support delivery of structured education programmes, including DESMOND
- Lead and contribute to clinical audits, service evaluations and quality improvement
- Develop initiatives to improve diabetes management, promote health and reduce complications
- Keep accurate clinical records and follow evidence-based guidelines and Trust policies
What’s required
Qualifications
- First degree or equivalent experience
- ENB 928 and 998 or equivalent knowledge, with diabetes-relevant CPD
- Masters or working towards
- Non-medical prescribing or working towards
Registration & licences
- NMC registration, Part 1 of the register
Experience
- Post-qualification and extensive diabetes experience
- Working as part of a multidisciplinary team
- Mentoring and supervising staff
- Managing change across organisational boundaries
- Research, audit and networking experience
Skills & knowledge
- Up-to-date diabetes and nursing knowledge, with empathy for patients' challenges
- Understanding of multidisciplinary practice and clinical supervision
- Management and leadership skills
- Verbal and written communication, report writing and computer skills
- Teaching and education skills
- Planning, organising and working under pressure
Nice to have
- Independent Nurse Prescribing
- Recognised management qualification
- Community nursing qualification
- Experience of working in a community setting
- Experience of writing, working within and evaluating protocols
What’s offered
- Competitive employment package
- Support for development and training
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Community Diabetes Nurse Specialist employer: Central London Community Health Trust
Central London Community Healthcare (CLCH) is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and inclusive work environment where your contributions truly matter. As a Community Neuro Occupational Therapist, you will have the opportunity to work within a dedicated multidisciplinary team, enhancing your clinical expertise while making a meaningful impact on patients' lives. With a strong focus on professional development, innovation, and employee wellbeing, CLCH fosters a culture that values collaboration and continuous improvement, ensuring that you thrive in your career while delivering high-quality care to the community.
Contact Details:
Central London Community Health Trust Recruitment Team
