Parkinson's Nurse Specialist

Job Overview

Are you a nurse 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?

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.

The Parkinson’s Nurse 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.

This is an opportunity for an enthusiastic and motivated individual to develop expertise within this specialty. Experience with in a neurology setting is desirable; however, consideration will be given to a candidate who demonstrates a keen interest and proven record of accomplishment of personal and professional development and is willing to undergo training to meet this role. You must however possess a flexible attitude, and commitment to achieve excellence.

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

Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) North Wales is 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.

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

You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click "Apply now" to view in Trac.

• Registered Nurse Degree in Nursing;
  Post graduate qualification relevant to speciality (diploma level or above)
• Post graduate qualification relevant to speciality (diploma level or above)

• Highly specialist clinical knowledge of Parkinson’s disease and related disorders acquired through nursing patients with Parkinson’s disease
• Highly developed knowledge of complex specialist Parkinson’s medication
• Experience of initiation and titration of Parkinson’s disease medication
• Experience of participation in clinical research and auditli>
• Evidence of continued professional development
• Evidence of leadership
• Evidence of contribution to the development of practice

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to initiate and manage change to meet service requirements
• Ability to produce business case to enable service development
• Develop protocols for specialist Parkinson’s services which impact on other disciplines
• Propose policy/service changes which impact on the wider health community
• Ability to work on own initiative
• Experience in specialist teaching/supervision skills
• Ability to work with senior clinicians
• Possess intermediate IT skills
• Ability to access transport to carry out domiciliary/clinic commitments

• Independent Prescribing qualification MSc level study
• Ability to speak Welsh
• Good interpersonal skills
• Application form and interview

• Demonstrates care, compassion, competence, communication, courage and commitment
• Demonstrates a commitment to working consistently in line with our Organisational Values, and enabling others within the workforce to do so to as evidenced in day to day work and through discussion at PADR

• Ability to travel within geographical area. Able to work hours flexibly.
• Application form and interview