Diabetes Care Nurse - Primary Practice Team

The Diabetes Times; England; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

The Diabetes Times in the UK is seeking a Diabetic Nurse to join a General Practice team, delivering patient-centred diabetes care within primary care. You will support patients to manage their condition, prevent complications and improve overall health.

Key duties include running routine diabetes reviews, monitoring HbA1c, blood pressure and cardiovascular risk, supporting lifestyle changes, reviewing medications and carrying out diabetic foot checks.

Qualifications

• Experience or capability in managing diabetes within primary care.

Responsibilities

• Conduct routine diabetes reviews and assessments.
• Monitor and manage blood glucose/HbA1c, blood pressure, weight and cardiovascular risk.
• Support patients with lifestyle changes, diet, exercise and self-management.
• Review and support diabetes medication and treatment plans within scope of practice.
• Carry out diabetic foot checks and identify potential complications.
• Arrange and monitor relevant blood tests and investigations.
• Provide education and support around insulin, blood glucose monitoring and medication.
• Identify patients requiring further clinical review or referral.
• Work closely with GPs, pharmacists and other MDT members.
• Maintain accurate clinical records and ensure care meets diabetes guidelines.
• Support the practice with diabetes QOF and enhanced service targets.

Skills

Diabetes care

Patient education

Chronic disease management

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Record keeping

Job description

The Diabetes Times in the UK is seeking a Diabetic Nurse to join a General Practice team, delivering patient-centred diabetes care within primary care. You will support patients to manage their condition, prevent complications and improve overall health.

Key duties include running routine diabetes reviews, monitoring HbA1c, blood pressure and cardiovascular risk, supporting lifestyle changes, reviewing medications and carrying out diabetic foot checks.