Role Summary
This is a band 6 specialist nurse post working in endocrinology. The post will involve dynamic function testing for diagnosis and assessment of endocrine conditions, provision of education for patients and RDUH staff, and regular communication with patients, caregivers and healthcare professionals.
About the Role
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More detail about the role
Are you an experienced and enthusiastic Nurse interested in joining our established team in the unique specialty of Endocrinology?
The Royal Devon & Exeter Endocrine Nurse Team are looking to recruit an Endocrine Specialist Nurse to their team of highly enthusiastic and motivated professionals. Our service is dedicated to providing the highest quality Endocrine care to the population of Devon covered by both our Eastern and Northern sites.
The successful candidate will have previous experience within endocrinology, and be responsible for providing clinical expertise to our patient group. They will display excellent organisational and communication skills, with the ability to work collaboratively with integrated care partners as a member of a team as well as autonomously, following a thorough induction period. The successful candidate will strive to promote a culture where care is safe, timely and well-coordinated for patients with endocrine conditions in our community.
The role will predominantly involve dynamic function testing, and therefore clinical skills of cannulation and venepuncture are essential. The successful candidate will be expected to lead education groups for both patients and staff as their knowledge develops, and previous teaching experience is required. They will participate in offering patient support via the telephone, email and My Care messaging daily.
There will be an initial period of comprehensive training with the Endocrinology Specialist Nurses based in Exeter who will nurture skill development according to established competencies. There is an expectation of collaborative working across sites, with some time spent on site at North Devon District Hospital, however this will not be required more frequently than once a month.
We are keen to receive applications from individuals with experience of the specialty, who are motivated to learn and rise to a new challenge! We encourage informal enquiries about the role by contacting the Exeter Endocrine Nurse team on 01392 402847 or rhianne.mason@nhs.net.
Working Pattern: 8.30am-4.30pm Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday (30 hours per week)
Interview Date: Thursday 9th April 2026
Pay: The salary advertised for this position reflects the Agenda for Change 2026-7 rates, inclusive of a 3.3% pay award implemented from April 2026. If you join before this date,, remuneration will be based on the 2025-6 pay bandings (Pay scales for 2025/26 | NHS Employers)
Please note, this is an internal vacancy for Royal Devon employees, therefore Bank workers are currently not eligible to apply for this vacancy.
For further information please contact: Rhianne Mason, Senior Endocrine Specialist Nurse on 01392 402847 or rhianne.mason@nhs.net
As an inclusive employer, the Royal Devon values diversity and is committed to creating a culture of inclusivity where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. We believe in fostering a sense of belonging and actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities. We recognise the advantages of having a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve.
Preference will be given to staff with ‘Priority’ and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon.
The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust reserves the right to close the vacancy when sufficient applications have been received.
The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust was established in April 2022, bringing together the expertise of both the Royal Devon and Exeter NHS Foundation Trust and Northern Devon Healthcare NHS Trust.
About Us
Stretching across Northern, Eastern and Mid Devon, we have a workforce of over 15,000 staff, making us the largest employer in Devon. Our core services, which we provide to more than 615,000 people, cover more than 2,000 square miles across Devon, while some of our specialist services cover the whole of the peninsula, extending our reach as far as Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly.
We deliver a wide range of emergency, specialist and general medical services through North Devon District Hospital and the Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital (Wonford). Alongside our two acute hospitals, we provide integrated health and social care services across a variety of settings, including community inpatient hospitals, outpatient clinics, and within people’s own homes. We also offer primary care services, a range of specialist community services, and Sexual Assault Referral Centres (SARC).
Our state-of-the-art equipment, leading technologies and strong links to local universities put us at the forefront of research and innovations, enabling us to provide world-class care to our local communities.
Our values are at the heart of everything we do, click here to find out more
It has never been a more exciting time to join the Royal Devon, as you will help to shape our services as we continue along our integration journey.
Benefits
Looking after you is important to us.
We strive to help our staff create a healthy work-life balance through flexible working schemes and our family friendly policies.
If you are starting out in the NHS, you’ll start with 27 days paid annual leave (plus bank holidays), rising to 33 days plus bank holidays.
You will benefit from access to our own comprehensive occupational health services, including counselling, onsite wellbeing activities and groups.
We will work together to maintain a culture that develops and supports you and your team.
This might include funding for a care certificate, a degree or leadership qualifications. Or it might include days off to study, engage in CPD or rotational placements to help you hone your skills. Wherever you are heading in the NHS, we will help you get there.
Salary is not the only financial benefit
You will have access to an extensive range of staff discounts on shopping, fitness and leisure options and you can spread the cost of technology and home appliance purchases from major retailers. You will also have access to other benefits including:
- National discount services such as the Blue Light Card and Health Service Discounts.
- Salary sacrifice options including our OFSTED rated outstanding nursery onsite at Exeter
- Car lease schemes.
- The NHS Pension scheme (one of the most generous and comprehensive in the UK).
- Cycle to work scheme
These are just a few of the benefits available – if the role is something you are interested in, we would love to hear from you.
