JOB-20240909-f9129149

Band 6 Diabetes Nurse - Community Team

Location: Kirklees, West Yyorkshire, UK
Specialism: Community Nurse / Practice Nurse (Diabetes Specialist)
Contract Type: Locum - Part-Time / Full-Time, Ongoing

Pay Rate:

• Weekdays - £25.00 per hour (Umbrella/LTD)

• Saturday/Night - £29.00 per hour (Umbrella/LTD)

• Sunday/Bank Holiday - £33.00 per hour (Umbrella/LTD)
  
  

About the Role

An exciting opportunity awaits for an experienced Band 6 Diabetes Nurse to join our dedicated Community Nursing Team in Kirklees. This ongoing position is ideal for a passionate nurse with a specialism in diabetes who thrives on making a meaningful difference in patients' lives.

Working across community settings, you'll deliver expert diabetes care, provide education, and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure patients receive high-quality, holistic support. With flexible working options and competitive hourly pay, this role is perfect for those seeking professional fulfilment alongside work-life balance.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver specialist diabetes management and treatment plans in community and clinic settings.

• Support patients and families with education and guidance on lifestyle changes and self-management strategies.

• Collaborate effectively with GPs, dietitians, podiatrists, and other healthcare professionals to coordinate care.

• Conduct comprehensive assessments and tailor care plans to meet individual patient needs.

• Monitor patient outcomes, adjusting care interventions and treatment as required.

• Promote best practice and contribute to continuous service improvement.

Essential Requirements

• Registered Nurse (Adult) with active NMC registration.

• Proven experience in diabetes care within community or primary care settings.

• Strong patient education and communication skills.

• Ability to work autonomously while being part of a collaborative multidisciplinary team.

• Excellent clinical judgment and commitment to patient-centred care.

Desirable Skil