Specialist Parkinson's Disease Nurse
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Job summary
This post is only open to current employees of the Trust.
If you are looking for an exciting new challenge that will allow you to use your clinical skills to make a difference, there is a fantastic opportunity to join our integrated neurology team.
An opportunity has arisen for a band 6 nurse to join the team working 34 hours/week.
We are looking for a nurse wanting to work with Parkinsons patients, who is motivated and passionate about developing their knowledge, skills to provide support for this patient group.
The role with involve working closely with our acute hospital services and the other Parkinsons nurses. We run clinics across several sites and see patients at home. The role will sit within the supportive structure of the Integrated Neurology service of specialist nurses and therapists as well as close links with the acute trust.
Training will be given to develop your knowledge and understanding of Parkinsons.
If you have experience and can demonstrate a positive attitude, enthusiastic and flexibility then we would like you to be part of our team.
This is full time post, but we would consider applicants looking for part time.
For an informal discussion please call Becky Kitcat, Team Lead Neurology on 07799 647241 or Christina Whittenbury, Integrated Community Services Lead for Worcestershire Integrated Neurology Team on 07525 918760
Main duties of the job
You will be working as part of the Integrated Neurology team providing specialist nursing intervention for patients with Parkinsons disease and associated movement disorders. The post holder will be expected to carry out comprehensive specialist holistic assessments and use their knowledge and skills to help manage the Parkinsons caseload with clinical support. Training will be provided.
The successful candidate will be required to work independently in providing education and information, advice, and support to patients in their own home and within clinics, as well as remotely via phone calls or video conferencing.
As part of the role you will be expected to liaise and work closely with other health care professionals in ensuring that patient care needs are met accordingly, and that care is delivered to a high standard.
The role will involve partnership working with the Consultant Neurologists and the wider Integrated Neurology team.
About us
At Herefordshire and Worcestershire Health and Care NHS Trust, we are working together to deliver outstanding care. We run community hospitals and community health services across Worcestershire and provide mental health and learning disability services across both Herefordshire and Worcestershire.
Our people (all 4500+ of them) provide services for people of all ages, experiencing both physical and/or mental health conditions from over 100 sites.
We will support you to thrive; offer flexible working options for a great work-life balance, help you fulfil your ambitions, and empower you to make positive changes within your team or service. We value diversity and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, cultures, and ethnicities.
What we offer;
- 27 days leave plus bank holidays, increasing up to 33 days with long service
- Generous NHS pension and enhanced pay when you work unsocial hours
- Flexible and agile working opportunities
- Great maternity, paternity, and adoption support
- Wide range of supportive staff networks
- Health and wellbeing opportunities
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Details
Date posted
09 December 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 6
Salary
£38,682 to £46,580 a year pro rata for part time
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Part-time, Flexible working
Reference number
C9798-1887
Job locations
Princess Of Wales Community Hospital
Stourbridge Road
Bromsgrove
Worcestershire
B61 0BB
Employer details
Employer name
Herefordshire and Worcestershire Health and Care NHS Trust
Address
Princess Of Wales Community Hospital
Stourbridge Road
Bromsgrove
Worcestershire
B61 0BB
Employer's website
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