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Primary Care Network Nurse (Diabetes Team)


Company : NHS


Location : Sheffield, England


Created : 2025-08-09


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Job SummaryWe are currently recruiting for two positions, with a total of 60 hours per week available. We are happy to consider one full-time equivalent (FTE) position and one part-time position, or alternatively, as two part-time roles, depending on candidate availability and service requirements.Working collaboratively with practice nurses, health and wellbeing coaches, and our PCN Pharmacist, the Network Nurses will play a key role in supporting and enhancing diabetes management across the network. This position is designed to complement existing services and expand our offer to patients through both individual and group-based interventions.Main duties of the jobFacilitate and lead group sessions, including initiation of GLP-1 therapies (e.g., Mounjaro.) Provide ongoing education on diabetes self-management, including diet, exercise, and medication adherence with support from our established wellbeing coach team and PCN Pharmacist. Deliver pre-diabetes group sessions Support in-practice diabetes clinics, working alongside and in support of Practice NursesAbout UsAt SAPA5 PCN, our vision is to support the community to live healthier, happier lives. We are committed to a patient-centred approach, evidence-based care, teamwork, collaboration, sustainability, and tackling health inequalities. Our network fosters an environment of continuous improvement and innovation, ensuring that we adapt to the evolving healthcare landscape while keeping patients at the heart of what we do.As a network of six well-established member practices, we emphasise teamwork, shared learning, and holistic care. You will have the unique opportunity to work across our six member practices, benefiting from a varied and engaging workload while actively contributing to initiatives that align with our core values.DetailsDate posted28 July 2025Pay schemeOtherSalaryDepending on experience Band 5/6 dependent on experienceContractPermanentWorking patternFull-time, Part-time, Flexible workingReference numberA1111-25-0006Job locations104 Elm LaneSheffieldS5 7TWNorwood Medical Centre360 Herries RoadSheffieldS5 7HDShiregreen Medical Centre492 Bellhouse RoadSheffieldS5 0RGBuchanan Road Surgery72 Buchanan RoadSheffieldS5 8ALGreen Cross Group Practice63 Palgrave RoadSheffieldS5 8GSDoctors Surgery899 Barnsley RoadSheffieldS5 0QJJob DescriptionJob responsibilitiesJob Title:Network Nurse (Diabetes Team)Reports To:PCN Manager / Lead NurseHours:Up to 60 hours per week across two positions (flexible full-time and/or part-time arrangements considered)Salary:Dependent on experience; aligned with the ARRS reimbursable rate (Band 5 or 6 equivalent)Job Purpose:The Network Nurse will be responsible for supporting and enhancing diabetes care across SAPA 5 Primary Care Network (PCN). Working collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams, the post holder will deliver patient-centred care, provide education, and help implement evidence-based interventions to improve health outcomes for individuals living with or at risk of diabetes.Key Responsibilities:Facilitate and lead group education sessions, including the initiation of GLP-1 therapies (e.g., Mounjaro). Provide education on diabetes self-management, including diet, exercise, and medication adherence. Deliver group sessions for patients at risk of diabetes (pre-diabetes). Support in-practice diabetes clinics, working alongside practice nurses and other primary care staff. Collaborate with PCN wellbeing coaches and pharmacists to ensure holistic care. Maintain accurate and up-to-date clinical records. Participate in service development and quality improvement initiatives. Attend PCN team meetings and contribute to shared learning.Other Requirements:Must have full UK driving licence and access to own transport. Ability to travel between practices within the network.Job DescriptionJob responsibilitiesOther Requirements:Must have full UK driving licence and access to own transport. Ability to travel between practices within the network.Person SpecificationQualificationsEssentialA Registered Nurse with experience in diabetes management within a general practice setting, or a willingness to undertake training to develop these skills. Confident in initiating and managing GLP-1 therapies or willing to undertake relevant training Strong communication skills, with experience leading patient education sessions Able to work flexibly across practices and within a multidisciplinary team Passionate about improving long-term outcomes for patients living with or at risk of diabetes Must have own transport and full drivers licenseDesirableGP practice experience is desirable, but not essentialPerson SpecificationEssentialA Registered Nurse with experience in diabetes management within a general practice setting, or a willingness to undertake training to develop these skills. Confident in initiating and managing GLP-1 therapies or willing to undertake relevant training Strong communication skills, with experience leading patient education sessions Able to work flexibly across practices and within a multidisciplinary team Passionate about improving long-term outcomes for patients living with or at risk of diabetes Must have own transport and full drivers licenseDesirableGP practice experience is desirable, but not essentialDisclosure and Barring Service CheckThis 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 RegistrationApplicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).Additional informationDisclosure and Barring Service CheckThis 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 RegistrationApplicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).Employer detailsEmployer nameElm Lane & Chapeltown SurgeryAddress104 Elm LaneSheffieldS5 7TWEmployer's website(Opens in a new tab)Employer detailsEmployer nameElm Lane & Chapeltown SurgeryAddress104 Elm LaneSheffieldS5 7TWEmployer's website(Opens in a new tab)LNKD1_UKTJ #J-18808-Ljbffr