Epilepsy Advanced Nurse Practitioner | Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare institution in the UK is seeking an experienced Advanced Nurse Practitioner for Epilepsy. The role involves running outpatient clinics, providing high standards of clinical care, and supporting both patients and families. Candidates should have demonstrable experience in the field of epilepsy, strong clinical assessment skills, and the ability to lead effectively. This leadership position offers the opportunity to advance clinical services and participate in continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• Demonstrable clinical experience within the field of epilepsy.
• Ability to run outpatient clinics and support consultant teams.
• Experience in developing nurse-led clinics.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical assessment, treatment, and care for patients.
• Deliver high standards of clinical care as a direct care giver.
• Support and educate the wider nursing workforce.

Skills

Expert nursing skills in epilepsy

Clinical assessment skills

Team leadership

Ability to manage acute and chronic health problems

Education

Advanced Nursing Qualification

Job description

Overview

Due to service expansion we are seeking an experienced, motivated and energetic individual to join our neurology service as an Advanced Nurse Practitioner for Epilepsy. To be part of the team leading MKUH towards a higher level of clinical excellence and continually be part of improving service delivery for our patients.

This rapidly expanding modern and busy service has led to investment into the service to ensure effective and timely patient care. This developing service is supported by the forward‑thinking medicine division.

Key Responsibilities

We are looking for an experienced Registered Nurse with demonstrable clinical experience and qualifications within the field of epilepsy who can function well in a team as well as under their own initiative and respond to changing service priorities with this patient group.

You will run outpatient clinics with the support of the consultant team, alongside ward referrals. You will also be an active member of the Neurology team supporting patients and their families through their treatment and beyond.

You will deliver and support high standards of clinical care both as a direct care giver and indirectly through the support and education of the wider workforce.

This leadership role will encompass:

• Clinical assessment, treatment, care and support of patients at all stages of their pathway
• Information and support to patients, families and carers
• Clinical support of senior nursing and medical staff in decisions regarding care and treatment plans

Additional duties:

• Develop/maintain nurse‑led clinics, advising patients with a diagnosis of epilepsy in management of the condition, medication, safety and lifestyle issues.
• Act as an expert practitioner in the management of epilepsy demonstrating advanced clinical skills and knowledge to professional staff and patients.
• Act as an expert practitioner in the prioritisation and management of acute and chronic patient health problems, intervening appropriately.

Qualifications and Attributes

It is expected that the individual will be an expert practitioner in nursing with a high level of clinical credibility; able to establish close working relationships with senior nurses and medical staff together with the community; and able to influence policy and practice.

Analyse and interpret national recommendations (e.g. NICE guidance) and formulate action plans to achieve compliance from a nursing perspective.

Interpret the impact of public health data/information in evaluating patient needs, patterns of disease and effectiveness of interventions/programmes of care.

Act as an expert practitioner and role model, demonstrating advanced skills and knowledge to professional staff and patients in the nursing care of individual patients.

Leadership and Managerial Responsibilities

• Provide transformational leadership skills, developing the service in conjunction with the medical and operational team.
• Assume accountability and responsibility for practice and, together with the members of the healthcare team, strive to attain the highest standards of practice.
• Develop and implement service policies with other relevant agencies, where relevant for your area of specialism, and propose policy or service changes that impact beyond your own area of activity.
• Attend pertinent meetings of professional associations and relevant specialist conferences to update knowledge.
• Actively participate in external networks and attend events in the area of epilepsy to maintain an expert knowledge base.

Additional Information

Act as Nurse Specialist in Epilepsy to promote good practice in the diagnosis, treatment and care of people with epilepsy.

Provide support, advice and education to patients, families and carers.

Undertake research into epilepsy and continue personal and professional development.

Contact

Dr John Jacobs – Neurology Consultant – 01908 997069 [e-mail]

Karen Webb – Matron – 01908 996424 [e-mail]

Employer Background

Milton Keynes University Hospital, in proud partnership with the University of Buckingham, is a University Teaching Hospital committed to advancing patient care through cutting‑edge research and education.

Additional Details

Interview date: Week commencing 22.12.2025

This advert closes on Sunday 14 Dec 2025