As the lead Parkinson's CNS in the neuro pathway, you will lead this pivotal service with a community-first approach.
You will form part of the Dudley Rehabilitation Service leads managing the Parkinson's pathway, delivering Parkinson's specific care in patient homes and outpatient settings.
Working with the MDT is key, and we are fortunate to have Physiotherapists, Occupational therapists, Dieticians, Speech and Language therapists, Therapy Assistants Practitioners, Nurses, and Pharmacy as part of the wider team.
Main duties of the job
1. To manage a caseload of PD patients who need ongoing support, assessment, and treatment within the community.
2. To have a specialist understanding of medications used to treat PD and common complications, understanding possible side effects. To educate patients on the various drugs available as necessary and appropriate.
3. To prescribe treatments within nurse, non-medical prescribing (NMP) constraints.
4. To undertake nurse-led clinics for PD patients.
5. To have responsibility for and contribute to PD education for staff and patients.
6. To undertake comprehensive assessments of patients, including those with complex presentations, using investigative and analytical skills, and to formulate individualized management and treatment plans, using clinical reasoning, and utilizing a wide range of treatment skills and case management skills.
About us
At the Dudley Group, our patients and staff are at the heart of all that we do, providing a world-class service that aligns with our vision of excellent health care and improved health for all. We are seeking to recruit staff who share our vision and values of making Dudley Group an incredible workplace.
As part of the NHS People Promise, your wellbeing is our priority, and we are committed to ensuring our employees achieve a healthy work-life balance supported by our flexible working options and by making reasonable adjustments where possible. We believe no one should have to sacrifice family, friends, or their personal interests for work. We are a modern employer able to attract and retain high-quality staff through our commitment to the NHS People Promise.
As an employer, we foster an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued, supported, and empowered to contribute their best. We want to ensure that our workforce is representative of the population we serve. More information - inclusive practice people promise.
Dudley Group offers many opportunities for our staff to develop and grow within their roles through our Learning & OD Team. These include topics such as communication, wellbeing, team development, cultural competency, and values.
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Job responsibilities
Please see the job description and person specification attached which outlines the main roles and responsibilities of this job.
Person Specification
Skills
Essential
* Diploma/degree in Nursing
* Registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Council
* MSc in relevant clinical area or equivalent post-graduate courses/experience
Experience
Essential
* Experience of working in the community
Knowledge
Essential
* Specialist knowledge of Parkinson's Disease and its treatments or willingness to learn.
Skills
Essential
* Experience of facilitating service development
* Good organisation and delegation skills
* Ability to manage own workload and determine priorities.
* Commitment to personal and team development
Employer details
Employer name
The Dudley Group NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Stourbridge Health & Social Care Centre
John Corbett Drive
Amblecote, Stourbridge
DY8 4JB
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