# Parkinson's Disease Specialist Nurse > NHS job listing from Job Clerk for Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust. ## Canonical URLs - **HTML:** https://www.jobclerk.com/job/parkinsons-disease-specialist-nurse/5fe25c07-1060-482a-9df5-0f48048b3632 - **Markdown:** https://www.jobclerk.com/job/parkinsons-disease-specialist-nurse/5fe25c07-1060-482a-9df5-0f48048b3632.md ## Summary - **Status:** Live - **Employer:** Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust - **Location:** Milton Keynes University Hospital - **Workplace type:** onsite - **Profession:** Clinical nurse specialist - **Grade:** Band 7 - **Salary:** £49,387 - £56,515 per annum - **Contract type:** Permanent - **Employment type:** Full time - 37.5 hours per week - **Closing date:** 2026-10-30T23:59:00.000Z - **Posted:** 2026-10-08T16:20:38.782Z - **Source information URL:** https://www.healthjobsuk.com/job/-v8354597 - **Application URL:** https://apps.trac.jobs/job-advert/8354597?ShowJobAdvert=&feedid=9002 - **Employer website:** https://www.mkuh.nhs.uk ## Job Content ### Job overview Parkinson's Disease Specialist Nurse Department Medicine Band 7 £49,387 - £56,515 per annum Hours: 37.5 per week, all MKUH roles will be considered for flexible working The post holder will be a registered nurse with a qualification and experience in the field of Parkinsons Disease and who is motivated and willing to adhere to the values of the service and Trust. This post would also suit a specialist nurse in another disciplinary working at a band 7 level wishing to move speciality and willing to undertake appropriate training. The medicine division is a friendly dedicated team, who are committed to improving services for our patients. There is a strong emphasis on team support and development, with opportunities to expand your clinical knowledge, skills and managerial/leadership experience. If you are an enthusiastic, motivated and compassionate practitioner with a history of professional leadership in nursing, we invite you to apply. If you are interested in applying and would like to discuss the role or organise an informal visit please contact Karen Webb, Neurology Matron on 01908 660033 Ext 86424 or via email (karen.webb@mkuh.nhs.uk ). Interview 13 November 2026 ### Main duties of the job 'We care We communicate We collaborate We contribute' The Parkinson's Disease Specialist Nurse (PDSN) will provide expert clinical leadership and specialist nursing care for patients living with Parkinson's disease and related movement disorders across Milton Keynes University Hospital. The post holder will act as an autonomous practitioner, providing specialist assessment, treatment planning, education, support and care coordination for patients and their families throughout the disease pathway. The role will support improvements in patient outcomes, medication management, admission avoidance, safe discharge planning and the delivery of evidence-based care in accordance with NICE guidance and Parkinson's UK standards. ### Detailed job description and main responsibilities Leadership / Management - Manage an autonomous caseload across inpatient, outpatient and community settings. - Coordinate multidisciplinary care plans for patients with complex needs. Patient Care - Undertake comprehensive specialist assessments of patients with complex Parkinson's disease presentations. - Analyse clinical information to identify deterioration, complications and unmet care needs. Communication and Relationships - Establish therapeutic relationships with patients, carers and families throughout the disease pathway. - Deliver highly complex and sensitive information regarding diagnosis, prognosis, treatment options and disease progression. Audit / Research - Participate in clinical audits and quality improvement projects. - Identify opportunities to improve service delivery and patient outcomes. Financial Responsibilities - Use Trust resources responsibly and efficiently. - Participate in service improvement initiatives which contribute to effective resource utilisation Information Resources - Maintain accurate, timely and comprehensive patient records. - Utilise electronic patient record systems effectively. Please refer to the Job Description for further details ### 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. ## Person Specification ### Skills **Essential** - Advanced clinical assessment and decision-making skills - Ability to coordinate care across acute, community and primary care settings - Ability to assess and manage complex physical, psychological and social needs - Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills - Ability to interpret and apply clinical evidence and national guidance - Competent IT skills including electronic patient records and Microsoft Office applications - Ability to prioritise workload and manage competing demands effectively ### Experience **Essential** - Significant post-registration experience within neurology, medicine, elderly care or long-term conditions - Experience of managing a complex patient caseload autonomously - Experience of multidisciplinary team working across organisational boundaries - Experience of providing patient and carer education - Experience of service development, audit and quality improvement activities - Experience of delivering education and training programmes - Experience of leadership, supervision or mentorship of staff/students **Desirable** - Experience working within a Parkinson's Specialist Nurse service DAI ### Communication **Essential** - Excellent verbal and written communication skills - Ability to communicate highly complex and sensitive information compassionately. - Ability to facilitate difficult conversations with patients, families and carers. - Ability to build effective working relationships with multidisciplinary teams and external organisations. - Skilled in presentation, teaching and educational delivery. ### Specific requirements **Essential** - Ability to travel across the locality as required by the role. - Flexible approach to service needs. - Demonstrates Trust values: We Care, We Communicate, We Collaborate and We Contribute, ### Qualifications and knowledge **Essential** - Registered Nurse (Adult) with active NMC registration - Degree in Nursing or equivalent experience - Evidence of post-registration study relevant to neurology, long-term conditions or specialist practice - Evidence of continuing professional development - Knowledge of Parkinson's disease, movement disorders and associated neurological conditions - Knowledge of NICE guidance, Parkinson's UK standards and current best practice - Understanding of safeguarding, Mental Capacity Act and consent principles **Desirable** - Non-Medical Prescribing Qualification (V300) or willingness to work towards - Advanced clinical assessment qualification or equivalent experience ### Personal and people development **Essential** - Commitment to continuous professional development and lifelong learning - Ability to support, coach and develop colleagues - Demonstrates leadership and acts as a positive role model - Commitment to quality improvement and innovation ## Documents - [job description (pdf, 232.4kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?vdoc=10680404) - [person specification (pdf, 136.7kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?vdoc=10680405) ## Agent Notes - This Markdown page is generated from the same Job Clerk job record as the HTML job detail page. - Use the canonical HTML URL for user-facing references. - Use the application URL when the user wants to apply on the source NHS site.