Parkinson's Specialist Practitioner / Nurse

Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board; Llandudno; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A major healthcare organization in North Wales seeks a motivated Parkinson's Nurse/Practitioner based in Llandudno to provide support and assessments for patients with Parkinson's. Candidates should have relevant experience and a desire to deliver exceptional care within the community. Join our team to make a meaningful impact in patients' lives and work with supportive professionals.

Qualifications

• Must have experience in Parkinson's and/or neurology.
• Desire to deliver excellent care to patients in the community.
• Ability to work within defined policies and guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Provide ongoing support and assessments to patients with Parkinson's.
• Collaborate with Neurology and elderly care teams.
• Facilitate quality patient experience.

Skills

Experience in Parkinson's care

Ability to work in a team

Communication skills

Welsh language proficiency (desirable)

Education

Nursing or Allied Health Professional qualification

Job description

This role would predominantly be based at Llandudno Hospital but will include visiting patients at home and in other community hospitals.

You will be provided with the support and equipment such as a mobile phone and laptop, you will need to be able to fulfil this role.

The Parkinson's Nurse / Practitioner will offer ongoing support and advice to people with Parkinson's their families and carers and offer assessment and regular reviews in a nurse led clinic at the person's home or by telephone as appropriate.

A band 6 training post will be considered for suitable applicants who do not meet all the essential criteria.

This is an opportunity for an enthusiastic and motivated individual to develop expertise within this speciality.

Are you a Nurse or Allied Health Professional with experience in Parkinson's and/or neurology? Do you have a desire to deliver excellent care to those with Parkinson's in the community? Are you looking for an exciting new challenge? Do you enjoy working in an exceptional team?

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a highly motivated individual to join our Specialist Team as a Parkinson's Nurse / Practitioner at Betsi Cadwaldr University Hospital Trust, working closely with Neurology, the care of the elderly team and the rehabilitation team.

Working closely with the post holder will facilitate achievement of a quality patient experience, whilst acting within clearly defined policies/procedure guidelines, and codes of conduct.

A band 6 training post will be considered for suitable applicants who do not meet all the essential criteria.

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.

If you relish a challenge, have a passion to help others or simply fancy a fresh start, then Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) North Wales, has all the right ingredients. The largest health organisation in Wales, providing a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and elective hospital services for a population of around 700,000, across North Wales . Join our team and get the support you need, in line with our Organisational Values and 'Proud to Lead' competence framework.

Enjoy being part of working with engaged leadership at all levels, and be assured we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and are proud to welcome applicants under the "Disability Confident Employer" scheme.

Please check your email account regularly. Successful applicants will receive all recruitment related correspondence via the email account registered on the application form.

Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.