Diabetes Practice Nurse

NHS; Wareham; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Wareham is seeking a part-time Diabetic Nurse to provide specialized nursing support for diabetes patients. The ideal candidate will be NMC registered and have skills in diabetes management, along with a desire to promote health and safety. Responsibilities include monitoring patient progress, developing management plans, and collaborating with healthcare professionals. This role offers an opportunity to work in a friendly and proactive practice environment while engaging in continuous professional development.

Qualifications

• Valid NMC registration.
• Interest or qualification in Diabetes care.
• Experience with phlebotomy preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide diabetic nursing support and management for patients.
• Diagnose and monitor patients with diabetes.
• Implement and recommend treatment plans.
• Engage in personal and professional development.

Skills

NMC registration

Diabetes management

Phlebotomy skills

Job description

Job Summary

We are looking for a Practice Nurse with a special interest in Diabetes to join our friendly, proactive dispensing practice for 10 hours a week.

About Us

We have an excellent, dedicated and loyal team working from purpose‑built premises with a patient list of approximately 6,000. Our practice uses TPP SystmOne and works closely with 7 GPs, 3 PNs and 3 HCAs.

Job Description

Job Title: Diabetic Nurse
Reports to: Partners/Lead Nurse (clinical) and Practice Manager (administrative)
Hours: 10 hours per week (part‑time, permanent contract)

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide diabetic nursing support to patients independently and in partnership with nurse colleagues and general practitioners.
• Maintain required training and competence, working within patient group directions where available.

Main Duties:

• Management of patients with diabetes.
• Diagnosis, monitoring, and development of individual management plans, agreeing with patients and other health professionals.
• Therapeutic monitoring, checking compliance with treatments and identifying abnormalities.
• Recommend and implement necessary changes to treatment plans.
• Attend patients at home if necessary.

Supporting responsibilities include:

• Maintaining confidentiality of patient information.
• Promoting health and safety according to the Practice Health & Safety Policy.
• Supporting equality, diversity, and inclusion in all interactions.
• Engaging in personal and professional development activities.

Quality and Communication:

• Alert and mitigate quality and risk issues.
• Assess own performance and collaborate with the team to improve processes.
• Communicate effectively with patients, carers, and team members.

Location

Meadow Lane, Wool, Wareham, Dorset, BH20 6DR

Recruitment Information

Salary: Depending on experience
Reference number: A0086-25-0004

Person Specification

Essential:

• NMC registered.

Desirable:

• Diabetes qualification or interest in seeking one.
• Phlebotomy skills.

Disclosures

Subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975. A Disclosure and Barring Service check will be required. Applicants must hold current UK professional registration.