Job summary
Are you a highly skilled and autonomous nurse passionate about providing expert care for patients with Parkinson's Disease? Join our dedicated team and make a real difference in the lives of patients and their families across the community.
We are seeking an experienced, motivated and autonomous practitioner to join our specialist nursing service for people living with Parkinson's Disease and related conditions.
In this highly specialist role, you will independently manage a small caseload, deliver expert clinical assessment, provide education and support to patients and their families, and lead on the development of evidence-based practice.
You will act as a key point of contact for patients across community settings--clinics, care homes and patients' own homes--ensuring they receive timely interventions, holistic assessment, safe medication management and compassionate care.
This is an exciting opportunity to help shape and develop services for people with Parkinson's Disease across Wirral, working closely with multidisciplinary and multi-agency partners.
Main duties of the job
As a Specialist Parkinson's Disease Nurse, you will:
- Deliver expert, evidence-based nursing care and support to patients, carers, and families.
- Manage a caseload of patients, providing comprehensive assessment, monitoring symptoms, and adjusting medications.
- Lead nurse-led clinics, home visits, and care home support, ensuring continuity of care.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, social care services, and voluntary organisations to provide seamless, patient-centred care.
- Educate and empower patients to engage actively in their care, maximising independence and quality of life.
Why Join Us?
- Opportunity to lead and shape specialist Parkinson's care in the community.
- Work across diverse settings, including clinics, patients' homes, and care facilities.
- Supportive team environment with professional development and education opportunities.
- Make a tangible difference in the lives of patients and their carers.
Take your specialist nursing career to the next level and become part of a team dedicated to excellence in Parkinson's Disease care.
About us
Wirral Community Health and Care NHS Foundation Trust has been rated as Good by CQC (Dec 2023) with some outstanding areas.
As an aspiring outstanding Trust we have numerous policies and procedures in place which provide standard organisational ways of working, in line with organisational objectives, relevant legislation and requirements. Policies allow for continuity and consistency within the Trust. Employees must abide by and adhere to all Wirral Community NHS Trust's policies, at all times.
Job description
Job responsibilities
These are the Key Responsibilities of the role, but please review the attached Job Description and Person Specification for more information.
- Provide specialist advice, support, and education to patients, carers, and healthcare professionals.
- Conduct holistic assessments, develop and implement personalised care plans.
- Prescribe medications and treatments according to agreed protocols.
- Coordinate Apomorphine and Apo-go infusion management across primary and secondary care.
- Lead service development initiatives, clinical protocols, and patient/public engagement activities.
- Maintain accurate patient records and contribute to ongoing research and evidence-based practice.
Who Were Looking For
- Registered Nurse with significant experience in neurology or long-term conditions.
- Independent, confident practitioner with excellent clinical and communication skills.
- Ability to work autonomously while collaborating effectively with multidisciplinary teams.
- Experience in patient education, medication management, and running nurse-led clinics.
- Committed to delivering compassionate, high-quality care to patients and their families.
Job description
Job responsibilities
These are the Key Responsibilities of the role, but please review the attached Job Description and Person Specification for more information.
- Provide specialist advice, support, and education to patients, carers, and healthcare professionals.
- Conduct holistic assessments, develop and implement personalised care plans.
- Prescribe medications and treatments according to agreed protocols.
- Coordinate Apomorphine and Apo-go infusion management across primary and secondary care.
- Lead service development initiatives, clinical protocols, and patient/public engagement activities.
- Maintain accurate patient records and contribute to ongoing research and evidence-based practice.
Who Were Looking For
- Registered Nurse with significant experience in neurology or long-term conditions.
- Independent, confident practitioner with excellent clinical and communication skills.
- Ability to work autonomously while collaborating effectively with multidisciplinary teams.
- Experience in patient education, medication management, and running nurse-led clinics.
- Committed to delivering compassionate, high-quality care to patients and their families.
Person Specification
Qualifications and Professional Training
Essential
- Registered Nurse Level 1 or Diploma in Nursing Studies
- Current NMC registration
- Nursing Degree
- Mentorship qualification or equivalent
- Diploma in" meeting the of people with Parkinson's disease and their carers" or equivalent
- Non-Medical Prescriber V300
Desirable
- Working towards or willing work towards master's degree
- Clinical Examination skills module (master's level)
Skills & Abilities
Essential
- Evidence of Leadership Skills
- A demonstrated ability to manage, evaluate and sustain change in practice /influencing skills
- Able to work autonomously
- A demonstrated ability to teach, supervise and develop practice in others
- Proven experience of own commitment to clinical practice development
- I.T. Literate
Experience & Knowledge
Essential
- 5 years post registration experience
- Experience of managing individuals
- Community experiences minimum 2 years
- Recent experience of managing patients with Parkinson's disease /movement disorders
Personal Qualities
Essential
- People Orientated /approachable
- Access to car for work purposes
- Commitment to working in partnership with patients/carers
Skills and Personal Qualities
Essential
- A sound knowledge of current issues in nursing practice
- Team Player
- Ability to prioritise own workload
- Able to balance work and home life
- Excellent interpersonal skills and organisation skills
Person Specification
Qualifications and Professional Training
Essential
- Registered Nurse Level 1 or Diploma in Nursing Studies
- Current NMC registration
- Nursing Degree
- Mentorship qualification or equivalent
- Diploma in" meeting the of people with Parkinson's disease and their carers" or equivalent
- Non-Medical Prescriber V300
Desirable
- Working towards or willing work towards master's degree
- Clinical Examination skills module (master's level)
Skills & Abilities
Essential
- Evidence of Leadership Skills
- A demonstrated ability to manage, evaluate and sustain change in practice /influencing skills
- Able to work autonomously
- A demonstrated ability to teach, supervise and develop practice in others
- Proven experience of own commitment to clinical practice development
- I.T. Literate
Experience & Knowledge
Essential
- 5 years post registration experience
- Experience of managing individuals
- Community experiences minimum 2 years
- Recent experience of managing patients with Parkinson's disease /movement disorders
Personal Qualities
Essential
- People Orientated /approachable
- Access to car for work purposes
- Commitment to working in partnership with patients/carers
Skills and Personal Qualities
Essential
- A sound knowledge of current issues in nursing practice
- Team Player
- Ability to prioritise own workload
- Able to balance work and home life
- Excellent interpersonal skills and organisation skills
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
