Lead Diabetes-in-Pregnancy Midwife

Transformationunitgm; Manchester; On-site; GBP 47,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading NHS trust in Manchester seeks a Diabetes Specialist Midwife/Nurse for a 6-month fixed-term contract. This role involves providing expert care for women with diabetes during pregnancy, leading the diabetes management service, and collaborating with healthcare professionals for high-quality care. Applicants must be registered midwives/nurses with knowledge in diabetes and experience in high-risk pregnancies. The role offers an opportunity to shape service development and improve patient outcomes.

Qualifications

• Registered Midwife/Nurse with appropriate UK professional registration.
• Evidence of experience in high-risk pregnancies.
• Knowledge of Type 1 Diabetes essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialist midwifery or nursing care for women with diabetes in pregnancy.
• Develop and evaluate individualised treatment plans.
• Support and educate women to manage their own diabetes effectively.

Skills

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Record keeping and documentation

Awareness of Clinical Governance process

Experience of communicating complex and sensitive information

Education

Registered Midwife/Nurse

Evidence of continuing professional development

Non-Medical prescriber

Job description

A leading NHS trust in Manchester seeks a Diabetes Specialist Midwife/Nurse for a 6-month fixed-term contract. This role involves providing expert care for women with diabetes during pregnancy, leading the diabetes management service, and collaborating with healthcare professionals for high-quality care. Applicants must be registered midwives/nurses with knowledge in diabetes and experience in high-risk pregnancies. The role offers an opportunity to shape service development and improve patient outcomes.