Diabetic Nurse
Hersham Surgery
Walton-on-thames, KT12 4HTView on map(opens Google Maps in a new tab)
Salary
Negotiable
Contract
Permanent
Hours
Not specified
Closing date
20 November 2026
31 days leftJob description
Diabetic Nurse General Practice The Diabetic Nurse will provide high-quality, patient-centred care to patients living with diabetes within the general...
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.
We are looking for an enthusiastic and experienced Diabetes Practice Nurse to join our friendly, patient-centred team at Hersham Surgery.
The role will involve providing high-quality diabetes care, including annual reviews, diabetic foot checks, blood pressure and cardiovascular risk assessment, lifestyle advice, medication support and ongoing management of patients with Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes.
You will work closely with our GPs, nursing team and wider multidisciplinary team to support patients in managing their condition and achieving the best possible health outcomes.
Is a Registered Nurse with relevant diabetes experience/qualification
Has excellent clinical and communication skills
Is confident working autonomously within their scope of practice
Is passionate about patient education and preventative care
Works well as part of a friendly and supportive team
Hersham Surgery is a friendly, welcoming village practice where patients are at the heart of everything we do. We are proud to have a supportive and hardworking clinical team, including four experienced nurses and two HCAs, who work closely together to provide high-quality, personalised care to our patients.
We value teamwork, open communication and a positive working environment, where everyone is encouraged to share their ideas, develop their skills and support one another. As a village practice, we have a strong sense of community and really get to know our patients.
Joining Hersham Surgery means becoming part of a friendly, committed and patient-focused team, with the opportunity to make a genuine difference to the health and wellbeing of the local community.
Qualifications
Essential
- Essential qualifications & experience
- Registered Nurse (NMC registered)
- Evidence of relevant diabetes training/qualification, such as a Diabetes Nursing course or equivalent experience
- Experience managing patients with Type 1 and/or Type 2 diabetes in primary care
- Competence in diabetic annual reviews, including foot checks and cardiovascular risk assessment
- Up-to-date knowledge of diabetes management, NICE guidance and current primary care standards
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
- Evidence of ongoing CPD and professional development
Desirable
- Desirable
- Diabetes Nurse Specialist qualification
- Independent/Supplementary Prescribing qualification
- Experience with insulin initiation and titration
- Experience using EMIS Web and primary care diabetes templates
- Experience with DES/QOF diabetes requirements
How to apply
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Provenance
Source
NHS Jobs
First seen
20 October 2026
Last checked
20 October 2026
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