Yes, DSNs, I’m just asking for you to spend 15 minutes to register with the Diabetes UK DSN Consultative Group and complete the 2012 DSN Workforce Survey.
Why? Because times are tough for DSNs and likely to get harder with new employers, service redesigns, job freezes and cuts.
DSNs need to reinvent themselves to meet the needs of clinical commissioning groups and people with diabetes. Many work in isolation and, since the demise of the Directory of Diabetes Nurses, DSNs are harder to find. The annual workforce survey captures all the information needed for Diabetes UK, NHS Diabetes, the RCN and other professional bodies to work on your behalf to promote DSN posts. It will highlight where there are gaps in workforce and services to the detriment of people living with diabetes. The survey closes on 10 February and can be completed online at http://svy.mk/xQlfiA.
Last year’s survey had a really poor response, with just 500 DSNs taking the time to complete it. These numbers do not adequately reflect what is happening in the real world of diabetes nursing and make it difficult for national groups to act on your behalf in times of significant financial challenges
You do not have to be a member of Diabetes UK to be included on the Consultative Group. Once registered, you will have a voice and be able to contribute to issues that affect you and your patients. Diabetes UK will also ensure that any issues relating to your profession are sent directly to you. To register to join the Consultative Group, visit http://bit.ly/zR0V6f.
For more information, contact June James at JJames2@NHS.net.
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