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Prif leoliad
Specialist Medicine
Gradd
Band 7
Contract
Parhaol
Oriau
Rhan-amser - 30 awr yr wythnos
Cyfeirnod y swydd
188-SNM190625
Cyflogwr
University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust
Math o gyflogwr
NHS
Gwefan
University Hospital Southampton
Tref
Southampton
Cyflog
£47,810.00-£54,710.00 Per Annum (PA) Pro Rata
Yn cau
08/07/2025 23:59
Dyddiad y cyfweliad
21/07/2025

Teitl cyflogwr

University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust logo

Diabetes Specialist Nurse - Maternity

Band 7

Trosolwg o'r swydd

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.

Prif ddyletswyddau'r swydd

The Band 7 Diabetes Specialist Nurse (DSN) in Maternity and Antenatal Care plays a pivotal role in the multidisciplinary management of women with pre-existing diabetes and gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) throughout pregnancy. The post holder will lead the diabetes maternity and antenatal team, providing clinical leadership and supervision to a small, dedicated team including midwives and other healthcare professionals. They will ensure the delivery of high-quality, evidence-based care through expert clinical practice, patient education, and collaborative working with the wider maternity and diabetes services. This role also contributes significantly to service development, audit, and the ongoing professional development of staff to improve outcomes for mothers and babies affected by diabetes.

Gweithio i'n sefydliad

University Hospital Southampton is one of England's largest acute teaching Trusts, offering a wide range of learning and development opportunities to support your career aspirations.

Located on the south coast with an international airport and direct rail links to London, Southampton offers an ideal setting to live and work, with the New Forest, South Downs and Jurassic Coast. 

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At UHS we’re committed to providing a flexible working environment where possible. Whether you are balancing family, study, or your wellbeing with your career, we want to support you so you can help our patients.

At UHS, we proudly champion individuality, recognizing that outstanding care is only possible with a diverse, inclusive team. We’re committed to creating an anti-racist, anti-discriminatory environment where everyone feels valued, safe, and empowered to make a meaningful impact in our communities. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds, identities, and experiences to join us in building a healthcare community where everyone can belong, thrive, and contribute.

Swydd-ddisgrifiad a phrif gyfrifoldebau manwl

Provide advanced clinical expertise in the management of diabetes during pregnancy (Type 1, Type 2, and GDM).

Participate in antenatal diabetes clinics alongside obstetricians, endocrinologists, dietitians, and midwives.

Support initiation and monitoring of insulin therapy, continuous glucose monitoring (CGM), and insulin pump therapy.

Provide individualised education and self-management support to women with diabetes throughout the perinatal period.

Monitor maternal glycaemic control and fetal growth, adjusting treatment plans in collaboration with the MDT.

Support postpartum follow-up for women with GDM and arrange appropriate referrals for continued care.

Act as a clinical leader and resource for midwives, nurses, and other professionals involved in maternity care.

Provide guidance on best practice, clinical protocols, and evidence-based guidelines for diabetes in pregnancy.

Contribute to the development and implementation of diabetes-related policies and care pathways within maternity services.

Deliver education for women with GDM and pre-existing diabetes.

Provide in-service training and updates for maternity staff on diabetes management.

Support professional development of junior staff and student nurses.

Participate in audits, clinical effectiveness projects, and research activities related to diabetes and pregnancy.

Monitor outcomes such as maternal glycaemic control, birth weight, delivery outcomes, and neonatal complications.

Use audit findings to inform service improvement and redesign.

Act as a key liaison between obstetric, diabetes, and primary care teams.

Communicate complex clinical information to patients in a clear, empathetic, and culturally sensitive manner.

Maintain comprehensive and accurate patient records in line with local and national guidelines.

 

Manyleb y person

Trust Values

Meini prawf hanfodol
  • Patient First
  • Always Improving
  • Working Together

Qualifications, knowledge and experience

Meini prawf hanfodol
  • Registered nurse on relevant part of the NMC register
  • Level 7 Post Grad Cert (Min 60 Credits), Master’s Degree within relevant speciality or equivalent knowledge to be assessed through evidence of relevant speciality training, experience or portfolio
  • Specialist training / Qualification in area of practice
  • Provide evidence of leading learning in practice
  • Evidence of experience and completion of all band 6 competencies within relevant speciality
  • Specialist clinical skills and experience within specialist area
  • Evidence of change Management, leadership and innovation
  • Clinical experience at Band 6 or equivalent within relevant speciality
  • Provide evidence of supporting colleagues to promote learning in practice providing an excellent learning environment for all
  • Provide evidence of supporting / managing and supervision of a range of learnings in practice
Meini prawf dymunol
  • Counselling / advanced communication skills qualification / training
  • Act in the role of Practice Assessor or supporting the progression of learners / supporting challenges as needed
  • Multidisciplinary team working
  • Experience of nurse-led care / clinics in own practice
  • Team leadership role
  • Awareness of own leadership skills/style
  • Registered as an independent prescriber
  • Leadership Qualification / training

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Paula Johnston
Teitl y swydd
Lead diabetes specialist nurse
Cyfeiriad ebost
[email protected]
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02381 203761
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