Community Diabetes Nurse Specialist

Nhs View All Jobs; Edgware; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Central London Community Healthcare is seeking an experienced Diabetes Nurse to provide specialist care across community and primary care settings. You will assess and manage complex diabetes, educate patients and carers, and lead education programmes such as DESMOND. Independent prescribing is desirable but not essential.

You will work with GPs and other teams to deliver high-quality care, mentor staff, and contribute to audits and service development in a supportive, progressive service.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse on Part 1 of the NMC.
• First Degree or equivalent experience.
• ENB 928 and 998 or equivalent level of knowledge.
• Masters or evidence of working towards.
• Evidence of CPD with particular relevance to diabetes.
• Non-Medical Prescribing or working towards.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialist diabetes care to patients with complex or poorly controlled diabetes in community and primary care.
• Assess, plan, deliver and evaluate individualised care plans to improve diabetes management.
• Initiate, monitor and adjust diabetes treatments, including insulin and GLP-1 therapies, per guidelines.
• Educate and empower patients, families and carers to manage diabetes effectively and prevent complications.
• Collaborate with GPs, practice nurses and multidisciplinary teams for coordinated care.
• Provide specialist clinical advice, training and mentorship to healthcare professionals.
• Support DESMOND and structured diabetes education programmes; contribute to audits and service improvement.
• Develop initiatives to improve diabetes management and health promotion.

Skills

Mentoring

Teaching / educational skills

Research & audit

Communication skills

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Computer Skills

Education

First Degree or equivalent experience

ENB 928 and 998 or equivalent level of knowledge

Masters or evidence of working towards

Evidence of CPD with relevance to diabetes

Non-Medical Prescribing or working towards

Job description

The role also involves providing education and support to patients, carers, and healthcare professionals, whilst contributing to service development and supporting colleagues within the team. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Diabetes Nurse looking to develop their specialist practice within a supportive and progressive service. Independent Nurse Prescribing is desirable but not essential. Main duties of the job Provide specialist diabetes care to patients with complex or poorly controlled diabetes across community and primary care settings. Assess, plan, deliver and evaluate individualised care plans to improve diabetes management and patient outcomes. Initiate, monitor and adjust diabetes treatments, including insulin and GLP-1 therapies, in line with national guidelines. Educate and empower patients, families and carers to manage diabetes effectively and prevent complications. Work collaboratively with GPs, practice nurses and multidisciplinary teams to deliver coordinated, high-quality care. Provide specialist clinical advice, training and mentorship to healthcare professionals across primary, community and secondary care. Support the delivery of structured diabetes education programmes, including DESMOND. Lead and contribute to clinical audits, service evaluations and quality improvement initiatives to enhance diabetes services. Develop and implement initiatives to improve diabetes management, promote health and reduce complications. Maintain accurate clinical records and ensure compliance with evidence-based guidelines and Trust policies. Contribute to health promotion, patient education and ongoing service development., Please refer to Job description and person specification for outline of skills, knowledge and experience required. Successful applicants will be required to demonstrate alignment with the Trusts values - Accountability, Inclusion, Compassion, and Empowerment, alongside fulfilling the duties detailed in the attached Job Description and Person Specification Job description, Please refer to Job description and person specification for outline of skills, knowledge and experience required. Successful applicants will be required to demonstrate alignment with the Trusts values - Accountability, Inclusion, Compassion, and Empowerment, alongside fulfilling the duties detailed in the attached Job Description and Person Specification

• Registered Nurse on Part 1 of the NMC
• First Degree or equivalent experience
• ENB 928 and 998 or equivalent level of knowledge
• Masters or evidence of working towards
• Evidence of CPD with particular relevance to diabetes
• Non-Medical Prescribing or working towards

Desirable

• Recognised Management qualification
• Community Nursing qualification

Experience Essential

• Post qualification experience
• Previous extensive experience in Diabetes
• Knowledge of relevant strategies for diabetes and nursing care
• Working as member of a multi-disciplinary team
• Experience of mentoring & supervising staff
• Management of change
• Working across organisational boundaries
• Has initiated or been involved in research & audit
• Experience of networking
• Computer Skills

Desirable

• Experience of working in community setting
• Experience of writing, working within & evaluating protocols, Up to date knowledge of all aspects of diabetes care and broad experience of working within this speciality.
• Knowledge of current developments in nursing & diabetes care
• Understanding of multidisciplinary and inter-professional practice
• Understanding of clinical supervision
• Proven management & leadership skills
• Demonstrates well developed verbal and written communication; Report writing skills
• Is able to demonstrate an understanding and empathy relating to the condition of diabetes and the challenges facing the diabetic client
• Can demonstrate using teaching / educational skills in their daily practice - in formal and informal settings
• Ability to plan, organise and work under pressure

Person Specification Education/Qualification Essential

• Registered Nurse on Part 1 of the NMC
• First Degree or equivalent experience
• ENB 928 and 998 or equivalent level of knowledge
• Masters or evidence of working towards
• Evidence of CPD with particular relevance to diabetes
• Non-Medical Prescribing or working towards

Desirable

• Recognised Management qualification
• Community Nursing qualification

Experience Essential

• Post qualification experience
• Previous extensive experience in Diabetes
• Knowledge of relevant strategies for diabetes and nursing care
• Working as member of a multi-disciplinary team
• Experience of mentoring & supervising staff
• Management of change
• Working across organisational boundaries
• Has initiated or been involved in research & audit
• Experience of networking
• Computer Skills

Desirable

• Experience of working in community setting
• Experience of writing, working within & evaluating protocols, Up to date knowledge of all aspects of diabetes care and broad experience of working within this speciality.
• Knowledge of current developments in nursing & diabetes care
• Understanding of multidisciplinary and inter-professional practice
• Understanding of clinical supervision
• Proven management & leadership skills
• Demonstrates well developed verbal and written communication; Report writing skills
• Is able to demonstrate an understanding and empathy relating to the condition of diabetes and the challenges facing the diabetic client
• Can demonstrate using teaching / educational skills in their daily practice - in formal and informal settings
• Ability to plan, organise and work under pressure

We are proud to be one of the largest community healthcare providers in the country, with more than 4,500 colleagues caring for over four million people across London and Hertfordshire. Every day, our teams bring their skill, compassion, and determination to the people who depend on us. What inspires us is at the heart of who we are: when we work together, we can help people move forward in ways that truly matter. Our teams support children as they take their first steps in life, and they stand beside adults as they rebuild strength, confidence, and independence. From newborn health visiting to community nursing, stroke rehabilitation, and palliative care, we are there for people through some of life's most important moments. Joining Central London Community Healthcare means becoming part of a community that lifts each other up. It means working in an organisation that values compassion, welcomes new ideas, and believes in the potential of every colleague. Your development matters here. Your wellbeing matters. Your voice helps shape the future of the care we provide. We offer a competitive employment package because the work you do matters. At Central London Community Healthcare, you will join an inclusive organisation that invests in its people, supports development, and helps you thrive while delivering high-quality care.