Diabetic Nurse in Halifax

Do you want to be part of a resilient, innovative and forward thinking practice? Imagine working within a diverse team, where each member is valued, with a key role at Stainland Road Medical Centre. We are an enthusiastic training practice where you will be well-supported and mentored in your role.

Main duties of the job

We are seeking a qualified nurse with experience in diabetes management to join our established and supportive nursing team. The successful applicant will primarily lead on diabetes care, with the opportunity to develop and undertake additional practice nursing duties. Full support and training will be provided for the right candidate to build these skills as part of the wider nursing team.

Ideally we are looking for 25-30hrs per week over 3 days, but we are willing to consider options for the right person.

About us

We are a well‑run, high achieving practice in a pleasant part of Halifax nestling on the border of Huddersfield.

We cover a list size in excess of 11K patients with 5 Partners GPs, 2 Salaried GPs, 3 ANPs, 2 Nurses, HCA and Phlebotomist. We provide a range of in‑house enhanced services and work with nearby practices to deliver additional appointments outside our core hours of 0800‑1830 Mon‑Fri.

Job responsibilities

This role is primarily focused on the management of patients with diabetes within the practice. The postholder will be responsible for delivering high‑quality diabetes care and working closely with GPs and the wider nursing team.

There will be the opportunity to carry out other practice nursing duties depending on experience and interest. Support and training will be provided where needed, but the main emphasis of the role will remain diabetes management.

Main Responsibilities (Diabetes)

• Provide routine reviews and ongoing management for patients with Type 2 diabetes and pre‑diabetes
• Work in line with current guidelines and QOF requirements
• Support patients with lifestyle advice and medication reviews
• Monitor diabetes‑related risk factors and complications
• Review and act on blood results relevant to diabetes care
• Provide education and support to help patients manage their condition
• Maintain accurate clinical records and diabetes registers

Other Practice Nursing Duties (Desirable)

Depending on skills and service need, the role may also include some of the following:

• Other chronic disease management
• Immunisations and vaccinations
• Cervical cytology
• Sexual health advice and treatments
• Wound care
• Health checks and lifestyle advice
• Phlebotomy, BP monitoring, urinalysis, ECGs and spirometry

Organisational Responsibilities

• Manage own clinics effectively
• Ensure clinical records are kept up to date and correctly coded
• Support QOF delivery, particularly for diabetes
• Follow practice policies, protocols and infection control procedures
• Maintain clinical areas and equipment as required

Team Working

• Raise any significant patient concerns with the appropriate clinician
• Work closely with the nursing, clinical and administrative teams
• Attend practice meetings when required

Person Specification

Qualifications

• NMC Registration
• Other Chronic Disease Management
• Sexual Health
• Travel
• Smears

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.