Diabetes Nurse

Job summary

Diabetic Nurse General Practice

The Diabetic Nurse will provide high-quality, patient-centred care to patients living with diabetes within the general practice setting. The role involves supporting patients to effectively manage their condition, prevent complications and improve their overall health.

Key responsibilities include:

• Conducting routine diabetes reviews and assessments.
• Monitoring and managing blood glucose/HbA1c, blood pressure, weight and cardiovascular risk.
• Supporting patients with lifestyle changes, diet, exercise and self-management.
• Reviewing and supporting diabetes medication and treatment plans, within scope of practice.
• Carrying out diabetic foot checks and identifying potential complications.
• Arranging and/or monitoring relevant blood tests and investigations.
• Providing education and support around insulin, blood glucose monitoring and medication where appropriate.
• Identifying patients requiring further clinical review or referral.
• Working closely with GPs, pharmacists, healthcare assistants and other members of the multidisciplinary team.
• Maintaining accurate clinical records and ensuring care meets current diabetes guidelines and practice requirements.
• Supporting the practice with diabetes QOF and enhanced service targets where applicable.

the role is about reviewing, monitoring, educating and supporting patients with diabetes, while working as part of the wider practice team to improve outcomes and reduce diabetes-related complications.