Clinical Nurse Specialist for Parkinson's Device Assisted Therapies
Job summary
Due to an internal promotion, an exciting permanent, full time opportunity has arisen to join the Parkinson's Specialist Team to support people with Parkinson's, in particular with Device Assisted Therapies The successful candidate will preferably have demonstrable experience at band 6, or equivalent, demonstrable leadership experience and demonstrable experience or an interest in caring for patients with Parkinson's Disease with insight and proven knowledge of the condition.
Dependant on proven knowledge and demonstrable experience, the post is a development post. Commencing at band 6, developing to band 7 on completion of relevant training and meeting specified outcomes. Full support, including a structured induction period will be given to help the post holder to meet the requirements of the role.
Main duties of the job
The successful candidate will be supporting patients with a Parkinson's Disease diagnosis. Delivering care in the clinic setting and on the acute wards and virtually, via our Parkinson's Hub. ***Preference will be given to internal Trust staff, as well as 'Priority' and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon who are able to display recent relevant experience as dictated by the Person Specification.***
About us
We are a people business - where every member of staff matters and can make a difference. Patients are at the heart of everything we do. Joining University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust means becoming part of a team of dedicated staff, who are committed to leading the way through innovation, clinical excellence and great customer care. The Trust has great opportunities for career development in a highly progressive working environment.
We offer all of this in a vibrant, modern city with a historic reputation for adventure. PLEASE NOTE THAT ALL COMMUNICATION WILL BE ELECTRONIC, PLEASE CHECK YOUR EMAIL ACCOUNT REGULARLY. If you have any issues with applying online and need additional support including reasonable adjustments with the application process please contact the recruitment manager for this post who will put you in touch with the recruitment team.
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Job responsibilities
Please refer to the main Job Description for this post The successful candidate will be supporting patients with a Parkinson's Disease diagnosis. Delivering care in the clinic setting and on the acute wards and virtually, via our Parkinsons Hub.
Person Specification
Qualifications · Essential
First level degree in adult/mental health nursing Professional (NMC) registration Willing to undertake to PD Module- management of Parkinson's disease and associated conditions Ability to undertake non-medical prescribing module according to current legislation.
Desirable
Leadership Course or equivalent MSc in clinical nursing, or willing to work towards, or equivalent demonstrable experience Teaching qualification or proven evidence of and demonstrable experience of teaching Knowledge and experience
Essential
Extensive demonstrable experience within Parkinson's care Extensive demonstrable post registration experience Able to demonstrate commitment to high-quality patient care Demonstrable experience of wound care and management of cutaneous infections such as cellulitis Theoretical and practical proven knowledge of Parkinson's disease and related disorders. Proven knowledge and ability to develop of educational programmes
Desirable
Demonstrable experience within Parkinson's care at the advanced/complex disease stage Demonstrable experience of assessment, initiation of management of infusion-based device assisted therapies Demonstrable experience of drawing up and administering infusion-based therapies Demonstrable experience of administering subcutaneous treatments Demonstrable experience of initiating, monitoring and maintaining patients on Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) Aptitude and
Abilities · Essential
Management of clinical case load Proven understanding the difference between direct and indirect care Able to prioritise workload Able to work within a rapidly changing environment Ability to work across professional and organisational boundaries
Desirable
Ability to write Annual Report and Service Development reports
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.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab) . From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab) .
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
