Job Summary
The post holder will work as part of the specialist diabetes team, as an autonomous practitioner in the provision of evidence‑based and high‑quality diabetes care within the diabetes inpatient team.
Ensuring good quality, consistent care for people with diabetes, and enhancing the care of patients with diabetes across all pathways.
To deliver a seamless service through the development of enhanced MDT processes and communication.
To contribute and provide high quality training for patients, staff and carers.
To develop and enhance their skills and knowledge required for managing diabetes effectively.
To support and develop with colleagues the promotion and development of services for diabetes patients across the primary/secondary interface and throughout the pathways.
To provide patients with relevant expertise, skills including prescribing and knowledge related to possible investigations and treatment options, and so to provide the patient with the necessary information to make informed choices.
Where appropriate prescribe appropriate treatment as an independent non‑medical prescriber.
In conjunction with the diabetes specialist nurse team, ensure the provision of a comprehensive nurse‑led service for patients with diabetes.
To reduce the length of stay for diabetes inpatients.
Note: For full details of the job role and person specification, please see attached job description.
The closing date for this vacancy may change if we receive a strong response. Please apply for any post you are interested in as soon as possible.
About Us
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We are a busy, friendly, rural NHS Trust providing high‑quality care and compassion to more than a quarter of a million people across west Suffolk. We care for, treat and support people in hospital, at home and in various community settings.
The West Suffolk Hospital in Bury St Edmunds provides acute and secondary care services (emergency department, maternity and neonatal services, day surgery unit, eye treatment centre, Macmillan unit and children’s ward). It has 500+ beds and is a partner teaching hospital of the University of Cambridge.
Adult and paediatric community services, provided in collaboration with West Suffolk Alliance partners, include a range of nursing, therapy, specialist, and ongoing temporary care and rehabilitation, some at our Newmarket Community Hospital.
We do our utmost to achieve outstanding clinical outcomes for patients and our values of fairness, inclusivity, respect, safety and teamwork guide how we work and behave as a team.
With nearly 5,000 staff, from all over the world, we strive to make our organisation a great place to work. Whatever your role or ambition, we want to help you be the best you can be.
We promote a diverse and inclusive community where everyone’s voice counts and you can #BeKnown for whoever you are.
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Job Details
* Date posted: 3 November 2025
* Pay scheme: Agenda for Change
* Band: 7
* Salary: £47,810 to £54,710 a year per annum Pro Rata
* Contract: Permanent
* Working pattern: Part‑time, Flexible working
* Reference number: 179‑7448003‑M‑A
* Job location: West Suffolk Hospital, Hardwick Lane, Bury St Edmunds, IP33 2QZ
Person Specification
Education and Qualifications – Essential
* NMC Registration Level 1 Registered Nurse with 5 years post‑reg experience.
* An advanced practitioner either through formal qualifications and or extensive clinical experience pertinent to the area.
* Evidence of academic pathway towards a master's degree.
* Demonstration of personal and professional development.
* Independent Prescriber and/or working towards qualification.
Education and Qualifications – Desirable
* Relevant post‑registration qualification.
Experience and Knowledge – Essential
* Evidence of continuing professional development.
* Proven experience at Band 6.
* Experience of multidisciplinary team working.
* Experience of developing, training and education in clinical practice.
* Able to demonstrate a wide knowledge of current trends in nursing and application to practice.
Experience and Knowledge – Desirable
* Evidence of audit experience.
* Experience of implementing Service Improvement.
Skills & Abilities – Essential
* Good oral and written communication skills with people from a wide variety of backgrounds.
* Ability to impart complex information to patients, relatives, and carers, with different levels of understanding.
* Advanced clinical assessment skills or willingness to develop these.
* Presentation skills and ability to work effectively single handily with individuals and groups.
* Ability to prioritise and demonstrate excellent time management skills.
* Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
* Basic computer skills.
* Strong leadership skills.
* Basic counselling skills.
Personal Qualities – Essential
* Expert role model.
* Able to respond to unpredictable work patterns and frequent interruptions.
* Able to set priorities and meet daily deadlines.
* Able to reflect and appraise own performance.
* Able to deal with distressed clients and their relatives.
* Able to maintain effective working relationships with relevant stakeholders.
Additional Information
* Disclosure and Barring Service Check: This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and a submission for Disclosure to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly CRB) is required to check for any previous convictions.
* Certificate of Sponsorship: Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled Worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
* UK Registration: Applicants must have current UK professional registration.
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