Diabetic Practice Nurse

Purosearch Ltd; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Leicester is seeking an enthusiastic Diabetic Practice Nurse to deliver high-quality diabetes care. You'll manage clinics, educate patients, and collaborate in a supportive team environment. Ideal candidates are Registered Nurses with diabetes care experience and excellent communication skills. Competitive salary and flexible working arrangements offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Ongoing training and development

Supportive team environment

Flexible working arrangements

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse with current NMC registration.
• Experience in diabetes care or chronic disease management.
• Relevant training in diabetes management (or willingness to complete).

Responsibilities

• Provide diabetes management and education through nurse-led clinics.
• Undertake annual reviews, blood monitoring, foot checks and lifestyle assessments.
• Support medication reviews and insulin initiation where appropriate.

Skills

Experience in diabetes care

Good communication skills

Organised approach

Ability to work independently

Education

Registered Nurse with current NMC registration

Job description

Diabetic Practice Nurse

Location: Leicester
Salary: Depending on experience (Band 6–7 equivalent)
Hours: Full or part-time considered
Contract: Permanent

About the Role

We are looking for an enthusiastic and experienced Practice Nurse with an interest in diabetes to join our friendly and supportive team in Leicester.

The successful candidate will play a key role in delivering high‑quality diabetes care to our patients, working closely with GPs, healthcare assistants, and the wider primary care network. You’ll be responsible for running diabetes clinics, providing education and advice, and helping patients to manage their condition effectively.

This is a great opportunity for a nurse who enjoys variety, values teamwork, and takes pride in delivering patient‑centred care.

Main Duties

• Provide diabetes management and education through nurse‑led clinics.

• Undertake annual reviews, blood monitoring, foot checks and lifestyle assessments.

• Support medication reviews and insulin initiation where appropriate.

• Offer advice on diet, glucose monitoring and long‑term condition management.

• Maintain accurate records and contribute to QOF targets.

• Participate in clinical meetings, audits and quality improvement work.

About You

• Registered Nurse with current NMC registration.

• Experience in diabetes care or chronic disease management.

• Relevant training in diabetes management (or willingness to complete).

• Independent Prescriber qualification is an advantage.

• Good communication skills and a proactive, organised approach.

• Comfortable working both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary (Band 6–7 depending on experience).

• Opportunities for ongoing training and development.

• Supportive and welcoming team environment.

• Flexible working arrangements where possible.

• Please contact Ollie on 01614411441 for further information.