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An opportunity has arisen for a Band 7 General Neurology Specialist Nurse to join the Neurology Nursing Service across Luton & Dunstable and Bedford Hospital sites, working in line with Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust values.

The postholder will work as an autonomous specialist nurse, providing high-quality, patient-centred care for adults with MS, Parkinson’s disease, MND and other complex neurological conditions. The role includes nurse-led clinics, advanced clinical assessment, medicines optimisation (including non-medical prescribing where appropriate), and coordination of care across acute, community and tertiary settings.

Working collaboratively with consultants, MDT colleagues, primary care and voluntary organisations, the postholder will promote teamwork, honesty, respect and inclusivity, acting as a key point of contact for patients and carers.

The role also contributes to education, audit, service development and clinical governance, supports workforce development, and deputises for the Lead Nurse for Neurology when required, ensuring safe, effective and equitable neurology services across both sites.

• Work as an autonomous Band 7 Specialist Nurse, providing expert nursing care and case management for adults with MS, Parkinson’s disease, MND and other complex neurological conditions across Bedford and Luton sites.

• Independently manage nurse-led clinics, including advanced clinical assessment, symptom management, treatment monitoring and medicines optimisation (including non-medical prescribing where appropriate).

• Act as a key point of contact for patients and carers, supporting self-management, shared decision-making and continuity of care across acute, community and tertiary services.

• Work collaboratively within the multidisciplinary team, liaising with consultants, AHPs, GPs, community services and voluntary organisations to deliver coordinated, patient-centred care.

• Contribute to clinical governance, audit, service development and quality improvement, ensuring care is evidence-based and aligned with NICE and national guidance.

• Provide education, supervision and mentorship to junior staff and students, supporting workforce development and succession planning.

Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust provides hospital services to a growing population of around 700,000 people living across Bedfordshire and the surrounding areas across two busy hospital sites in Bedford and Luton. Both hospital sites offer key services such as A&E, Obstetrics-led Maternity and Paediatrics. You will be joining a friendly, high performing Trust committed to ensuring the health and wellbeing of staff. As one of the largest NHS Trusts in our region you will have access to a programme of high quality training and development to help you grow your career. The Trust continues to be committed to delivering the best patient care using the best clinical knowledge and technology available.

We not only recruit based on qualifications and experience - we recruit individuals who demonstrate the behaviours which underpin our Trusts core values. We achieve this by using values based recruitment. We are dedicated to making our recruitment practices as inclusive as possible for everyone, we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and creating a culture that values differences.

Please note that vacancies may close prior to the advertised closing date when sufficient number of applications have been received. All new staff will be subject to a probationary period covering first 6 months in post. Travel between hospital sites may be required. Please review all documents attached to ensure you familiarize yourself with all requirements of the job

Clinical practice

• Work as an autonomous specialist nurse, delivering expert nursing care and case management for adults with Multiple Sclerosis (MS), Parkinson’s Disease (PD), Motor Neurone Disease (MND) and other complex or rare neurological conditions across Bedford and Luton sites.

• Undertake advanced clinical assessment, develop and evaluate individualised care plans, and manage complex symptoms in collaboration with patients, carers and the MDT.

• Independently manage nurse-led clinics, including diagnosis support, ongoing review, treatment monitoring and follow-up.

• Optimise medicines in line with Trust policy, including non-medical prescribing where qualified, and liaise with medical colleagues to ensure safe and effective treatment plans.

• Undertake home visits and community reviews where clinically appropriate, ensuring continuity of care across pathways.

Communication and multidisciplinary working

• Act as a key point of contact for patients and carers, providing clear, compassionate and timely information to support shared decision-making and self-management.

• Work collaboratively with consultants, AHPs, GPs, community services and voluntary organisations to deliver coordinated, patient-centred care.

• Contribute actively to MDT meetings, case reviews and cross-site service planning, ensuring effective communication and handover.

Leadership and service support

• Support safe, effective and equitable service delivery across both hospital sites, contributing to workforce planning and service resilience.

Education, training and development

• Deliver specialist education and training for patients, carers and healthcare professionals.

• Mentor and supervise junior nurses and students, supporting professional development, competence and succession planning.

Governance, audit and quality improvement

• Participate in and lead clinical audit, service evaluation and quality improvement projects.

• Contribute to the development and review of policies, pathways and guidelines in line with NICE and national standards.

• Maintain accurate documentation and uphold clinical governance, information governance and safeguarding responsibilities.

Professional responsibilities

• Practise in accordance with the NMC Code, Trust policies and professional standards.

• Maintain continuing professional development, reflective practice and revalidation requirements.

• Promote Trust values, equality, inclusivity and a positive team culture.

Qualifications & Professional Registration

Essential criteria

• Registered Nurse (Adult) with current NMC registration
• Evidence of continuing clinical and professional development
• Non-Medical Prescribing qualification or willingness to undertake

Desirable criteria

• Master’s degree / postgraduate study (ACP or similar)
• Neuroscience qualification

Clinical Experience & Knowledge

Essential criteria

• Post-registration experience in acute or community nursing
• Experience caring for patients with long-term conditions
• Experience in neurological care (MS, PD, MND or similar)

Desirable criteria

• Experience managing specialist nurse-led clinics
• Non-Medical Prescriber within neurology specialty

Specialist Skills & Service Contribution

Essential criteria

• Clinical assessment skills
• Experience in patient education and self-management support
• Experience contributing to audit or service evaluation

Desirable criteria

• Experience of service development or innovation
• Experience in teaching or presentation skills

Communication, Leadership & Team Working

Essential criteria

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work autonomously and within MDTs
• Demonstrates Trust values and professional behaviours

Desirable criteria

• Evidence of clinical leadership or supervision
• Experience of multidisciplinary or multi-agency working at system level

Other Requirements

Essential criteria

• Willingness to work across Trust sites
• Commitment to reflective practice and professional development

Desirable criteria

• Ability to travel between sites and undertake home visits

Applicant requirements

You must have appropriate UK professional registration.

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.