Diabetes Nurse

NHS; Steyning; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Part time

Job summary

NHS seeks a Diabetes Specialist Nurse for their GP practice in Steyning. This role involves providing expert nursing care and clinical leadership in diabetes management, emphasizing personalised treatment and patient education. Candidates must be registered nurses with a qualification in diabetes care and effective communication skills.

Qualifications

• Registered nurse with current NMC registration and post-registration qualification in diabetes care.
• Experience in managing diabetes in primary care preferred.
• Ability to work autonomously and in a team.

Responsibilities

• Deliver expert nursing care and leadership in diabetes management.
• Develop personalised care plans and support insulin management.
• Educate patients and promote self-management.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Patient education

Education

NMC registration

Post-registration qualification in diabetes care

Job description

Job Summary

We are looking for a Diabetes Specialist Nurse with skills, to provide expert nursing care and clinical leadership in the management of patients with diabetes. The post holder will work autonomously and as part of the multidisciplinary team to deliver high-quality, evidence-based care, ensuring patients receive personalised treatment and education to support safe, independent diabetes management.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will deliver efficient, professional, and equitable diabetes care to our practice population. They will assess patient'sneeds, offer expert advice on complex diabetes management, and support the clinical team. A key responsibility is developing, implementing, and reviewing personalised care plans, including initiating and adjusting insulin doses.

They will monitor medication effectiveness, ensuring treatments are safe, evidence-based, and meet individual needs. The role involves providing practical and emotional support to patients, particularly those newly diagnosed or experiencing complications.

The Diabetes Specialist Nurse will work closely with patients to support lifestyle changes and encourage adherence to treatment.

Strong communication is essential, as the role includes discussing sensitive issues with patients, families, and professionals. Home visits may be required for reviews or added support. Advanced clinical skills will be used to assess, diagnose, and manage care, with ongoing adjustment to meet changing needs.

Accurate record-keeping is vital, alongside involving patients and carers in planning care. The post holder will work closely with GPs, nurses, HCAs, pharmacists, and external partners to ensure continuity. They will also act as a clinical resource, support staff development, provide patient education, and promote self-management, prevention, and early intervention.

About Us

We are a friendly and welcoming GP surgery based in the heart of Steyning, West Sussex, proudly serving a patient population of approximately 12,000 people from the town and surrounding villages. Our practice is committed to delivering high-quality, patient-centred care, with a strong focus on accessibility, continuity, and community values.

Our team is made up of a diverse and experienced group of healthcare professionals and support staff, including GP Partners, salaried GPs, Advanced Nurse Practitioners, Practice Nurses, Healthcare Assistants, and an efficient administrative team. We work collaboratively to ensure patients receive the right care at the right time, whether its managing long-term conditions, providing urgent appointments, or supporting preventative health.

Details

Date posted

19 May 2025

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

Depending on experience

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time, Flexible working

Reference number

A2033-25-0004

Job locations

Steyning Health Centre

Tanyard Lane

Steyning

West Sussex

BN44 3RJ

Job Description

Job responsibilities

The Diabetes Specialist Nurse will provide expert nursing care and clinical leadership in diabetes management within the GP practice. The role involves assessing patient needs, developing personalised care plans, supporting insulin initiation and dose adjustments, and offering specialist advice to the clinical team. The postholder will deliver patient education, promote self-management, and work collaboratively with healthcare professionals to ensure coordinated, high-quality care. Occasional home visits may be required.

Job Description

Job responsibilities

The Diabetes Specialist Nurse will provide expert nursing care and clinical leadership in diabetes management within the GP practice. The role involves assessing patient needs, developing personalised care plans, supporting insulin initiation and dose adjustments, and offering specialist advice to the clinical team. The postholder will deliver patient education, promote self-management, and work collaboratively with healthcare professionals to ensure coordinated, high-quality care. Occasional home visits may be required.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Applicants must be a registered nurse with current NMC registration and hold a post-registration qualification in diabetes care.
  
  

Desirable

• Experience in managing patients with diabetes in a primary care or community setting is essential, along with excellent communication and interpersonal skills and the ability to work both autonomously and within a team. The successful candidate should have experience in patient education and supporting behavioural change.
• Desirable attributes include an independent prescribing qualification, experience in insulin initiation and dose adjustment, delivering structured education programmes, and familiarity with primary care clinical systems such as Systmone.
  
  

Person Specification

Essential

• Applicants must be a registered nurse with current NMC registration and hold a post-registration qualification in diabetes care.
  
  

Desirable

• Experience in managing patients with diabetes in a primary care or community setting is essential, along with excellent communication and interpersonal skills and the ability to work both autonomously and within a team. The successful candidate should have experience in patient education and supporting behavioural change.
• Desirable attributes include an independent prescribing qualification, experience in insulin initiation and dose adjustment, delivering structured education programmes, and familiarity with primary care clinical systems such as Systmone.
  
  

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Additional information

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Steyning Medical Practice

Address

Steyning Health Centre

Tanyard Lane

Steyning

West Sussex

BN44 3RJ

Employer's website

http://www.steyninghealthcentre.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Steyning Medical Practice

Address

Steyning Health Centre

Tanyard Lane

Steyning

West Sussex

BN44 3RJ

Employer's website

http://www.steyninghealthcentre.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)