Background: Patients with insulin-treated diabetes occur frequently in the home care setting. This care isn’t always easy which results in complex situations. Previous research describes patients with diabetes experiences of being cared for. There is a lack of knowledge regarding the district nurse’s experiences of caring for patients with insulin-treated diabetes in the home. Aim: The aim of this study was to describe the district nurse’s experiences of caring for patients with insulin-treated diabetes in the home. Method: A qualitative method with an inductive approach was used. As analysis method qualitative content analysis was used. Seven district nurses within the municipal home care was interviewed. Results: From the analysis two themes arose; Shared responsibility of caring is a balance between the patient and other professionals and The care in a home environment is a risky situation. Conclusion: There is insecurity and uncertainty among the district nurses regarding the care of these patients. District nurses are seldom alone in the care situation but rarely have the opportunity to be with the patient. This leads to requirements of confidence in other professions. The district nurses are forced to act in difficult situations in ways that are not always allowed