Diabetes Nurse

Key Responsibilities

Deliver high-quality diabetes care through routine reviews, treatment optimisation, and ongoing patient management. Work collaboratively with the Diabetes Lead GP and wider diabetes team to manage patients with both routine and more complex needs. Provide patient education and support to promote self-management and lifestyle interventions. Accurately document consultations, clinical decisions, and management plans in real time using EMIS. Contribute to the effective management of the diabetes workload, including supporting triage and follow-up where appropriate. Work within agreed clinical pathways and protocols in line with national and local guidance. Support the wider clinical team with diabetes-related queries where appropriate. Contribute to quality improvement initiatives and audits within the diabetes service. Maintain up-to-date knowledge of diabetes care through continuous professional development. Engage in collaborative working with local diabetes services, secondary care, and community teams.