Job summary
The Diabetic Nurse in Primary Care plays a key role in supporting patients with diabetes to manage their condition effectively and prevent complications. The post holder will work as part of the multidisciplinary primary care team to deliver high-quality, patient-centred care, including education, monitoring, and clinical management in line with current guidelines.
The role available is for 22 hours per week and will be over 2 sites, Asplands and Woburn medical centres.
It will involve conducting diabetes reviews, supporting medication management, including insulin, monitoring blood glucose control, and promoting lifestyle changes to improve patient outcomes. The nurse will also contributes to long-term condition management, QOF targets and supporting early identification of diabetes-related complications.
Main duties of the job
Provide high-quality, evidence-based care to patients with diabetes, including Type 1, Type 2, and pre-diabetes, in line with national and local guidelines
Undertake regular diabetes reviews, including monitoring HbA1c, blood pressure, lipids, weight, and lifestyle factors
Support medication management, including insulin initiation and titration where appropriate, and promote safe use of medicines
Deliver structured patient education on diabetes self-management, diet, exercise, and prevention of complications
Assess, manage, and monitor diabetic foot health, including wound assessment and ongoing wound care management
in addition the role will include:
Providing general wound care services for patients with acute and chronic wounds, including leg ulcers and pressure areas
Identify, manage, and refer patients with diabetes-related complications to appropriate services
Maintain accurate, timely clinical records using the practice clinical system
Work collaboratively with GPs, practice nurses, healthcare assistants, and the wider multidisciplinary team
Participate in clinical audits, quality improvement activities, and service development
Ensure compliance with infection control, safeguarding, and health and safety policies
About us
Our practice is led by a committed and experienced team of six GP Partners, supported by one Salaried GP, who work collaboratively to provide high-quality, continuous, and patient-focused medical care. Together, they offer a broad range of clinical expertise and play a key role in leadership, service development, and mentoring the wider clinical team.
Our nursing team is a well-established, supportive group of 13 dedicated professionals working to deliver quality, patient-centred care across the practice.
The team is made up of a diverse skill mix, including experienced specialist nurses, paramedic practitioner, treatment room nurse,nurse associates, healthcare assistants (HCAs), and a phlebotomist, ensuring a comprehensive range of services for our patients.
In addition, our Minor Illness Team plays a key role in assessing and managing same-day and urgent presentations, helping to improve access while supporting GP capacity.
By working together, the team provides safe, efficient, and compassionate care, with a strong focus on collaboration, professional development, and delivering excellent patient outcomes.
we are supported by askilled Reception, Administration, and Dispensary Team.These teams ensures the smooth running of services, managing enquiries, appointments, correspondence, prescriptions, and dispensing processes with efficiency and professionalism.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To provide high-quality, evidence-based diabetes care within a GP surgery, supporting patients to effectively manage their condition and reduce the risk of complications. The post holder will work autonomously and as part of the multidisciplinary primary care team to deliver comprehensive diabetes management, education, and ongoing clinical support.
Key ResponsibilitiesClinical Care
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Deliver structured diabetes reviews for patients with Type 1, Type 2, and pre-diabetes
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Monitor and interpret clinical indicators including HbA1c, blood pressure, lipids, BMI, and blood glucose readings
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Support medication management, including insulin initiation and titration
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Provide patient education on lifestyle management, diet, exercise, blood glucose monitoring, and sick-day rules
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Identify early signs of diabetes-related complications and initiate timely referrals to specialist services
Foot Health and Wound Care
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Undertake diabetic foot assessments and provide ongoing monitoring
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Assess, plan, and deliver wound care for diabetic and non-diabetic wounds, including ulcers and chronic wounds
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Escalate concerns appropriately in line with local pathways
Health Promotion and Screening
Multidisciplinary Working
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Work collaboratively with GPs, practice nurses, healthcare assistants, pharmacists, and the wider MDT
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Participate in case discussions and long-term condition management clinics
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Contribute to service development and improvement initiatives, continuously working toward QOF targets.
Professional Responsibilities
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Maintain accurate, clear, and timely clinical records using the practice clinical system
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Ensure care is delivered in line with NICE guidelines, local policies, and best practice
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Participate in clinical audit, quality improvement, and revalidation activities
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Maintain professional registration and undertake continuing professional development
Governance and Safety
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Adhere to infection prevention and control policies
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Follow safeguarding policies and procedures
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Contribute to maintaining a safe clinical environment
Job description
Job responsibilities
To provide high-quality, evidence-based diabetes care within a GP surgery, supporting patients to effectively manage their condition and reduce the risk of complications. The post holder will work autonomously and as part of the multidisciplinary primary care team to deliver comprehensive diabetes management, education, and ongoing clinical support.
Key ResponsibilitiesClinical Care
-
Deliver structured diabetes reviews for patients with Type 1, Type 2, and pre-diabetes
-
Monitor and interpret clinical indicators including HbA1c, blood pressure, lipids, BMI, and blood glucose readings
-
Support medication management, including insulin initiation and titration
-
Provide patient education on lifestyle management, diet, exercise, blood glucose monitoring, and sick-day rules
-
Identify early signs of diabetes-related complications and initiate timely referrals to specialist services
Foot Health and Wound Care
-
Undertake diabetic foot assessments and provide ongoing monitoring
-
Assess, plan, and deliver wound care for diabetic and non-diabetic wounds, including ulcers and chronic wounds
-
Escalate concerns appropriately in line with local pathways
Health Promotion and Screening
Multidisciplinary Working
-
Work collaboratively with GPs, practice nurses, healthcare assistants, pharmacists, and the wider MDT
-
Participate in case discussions and long-term condition management clinics
-
Contribute to service development and improvement initiatives, continuously working toward QOF targets.
Professional Responsibilities
-
Maintain accurate, clear, and timely clinical records using the practice clinical system
-
Ensure care is delivered in line with NICE guidelines, local policies, and best practice
-
Participate in clinical audit, quality improvement, and revalidation activities
-
Maintain professional registration and undertake continuing professional development
Governance and Safety
-
Adhere to infection prevention and control policies
-
Follow safeguarding policies and procedures
-
Contribute to maintaining a safe clinical environment
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- NMC registered nurse
- Qualification and experience in Diabetes
Desirable
- primary care experience
- Non-medical prescriber
- competent in immunisations, smear sampling and wound management
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- NMC registered nurse
- Qualification and experience in Diabetes
Desirable
- primary care experience
- Non-medical prescriber
- competent in immunisations, smear sampling and wound management
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
