Parkinson's Disease Specialist Practitioner

NHS; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable healthcare provider in Plymouth is seeking a full-time appointment for the Parkinson's Specialist Team. This role involves supporting patients diagnosed with Parkinson's Disease in-clinic and on wards. Candidates should possess a degree or be working towards one and a nursing diploma. Excellent time management and commitment to high-quality patient care are essential. This role offers career progression and structured support during training.

Qualifications

• Proven degree or intention to obtain one.
• Experience in relevant field.
• Understanding of Parkinson's Specialist role.

Responsibilities

• Support patients with Parkinson's Disease in various settings.

Skills

Teaching qualification or demonstrable teaching experience

Excellent time management

High quality patient care commitment

Management of clinical workload

Ability to work across professional boundaries

Education

Degree qualification

First level diploma in Adult nursing or equivalent

MSc in clinical nursing (desirable)

Job description

Overview

An exciting permanent, full time opportunity to join the Parkinson's Specialist Team to support people with Parkinson's while they are in-patients and in clinic settings within University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust (UHP). The post is development-focused, commencing at band 6 with progression to band 7 on completion of relevant training and meeting specified outcomes. A structured induction and full support will be provided to help the post holder meet the role requirements.

Responsibilities

• Support patients with a Parkinson's Disease diagnosis in clinic settings, on acute wards, and virtually via the Parkinson's Hub.

Additional Notes

Preference will be given to internal Trust staff and to applicants with Priority or At Risk status who have recent relevant experience as dictated by the Person Specification.

Qualifications and Experience

Essential

• Proven degree or desire to work towards a degree qualification
• Teaching qualification or evidence and demonstrable experience of teaching
• First level diploma in Adult nursing or equivalent Healthcare science involving patient care

Desirable

• Leadership Course or equivalent
• MSc in clinical nursing, or willingness to work towards, or equivalent demonstrable experience
• Non-medical prescriber qualification or willingness to work towards

Knowledge & Experience

Essential

• Demonstrable experience in a relevant field
• Proven ability to demonstrate commitment to high quality patient care
• Demonstrate understanding of Parkinson's Specialist role
• An awareness of audit initiatives and/or other quality improvement initiatives
• Proven ability to set and monitor standards

Aptitude & Abilities

Essential

• Management of clinical workload and ability to self-manage
• Excellent time management skills with ability to deliver to deadlines
• Ability to prioritise workload
• Ability to work within a rapidly changing environment
• Ability to work across professional and organisational boundaries

Other Information

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and will require a Disclosure to be submitted to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly CRB).

UK Registration: Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information see the NHS Careers website.

Certificate of Sponsorship and guidance for overseas applicants are available; see the UK Visas and Immigration website for details.

Employer details

Employer: University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust

Address: University Hospitals Plymouth Derriford, Derriford Road, Plymouth, Devon, PL6 8DH