Parkinson's Disease Specialist NurseNHS

Job summary

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 ([email protected] ).

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.

Job description

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

About us

Milton Keynes University Hospital, in proud partnership with the University of Buckingham, is a University Teaching Hospital committed to advancing patient care through cutting-edge research and education. With a "Good" rating from the CQC and significant investment underway, this is an exciting time to join our team and grow your career.

As a medium sized general hospital, we provide a full range of general medical and surgical services, including a busy Emergency Department, Maternity, and Paediatrics. As the population of our city and surrounding areas continues to grow rapidly, we are expanding and enhancing our facilities to meet rising demand and improve access to care for all our communities.

We are also proud to offer a growing portfolio of specialist services. In January 2025 we opened our state-of-the-art Radiotherapy Centre, bringing advanced cancer treatment closer to home. Our services also include neonatology, specialist surgical care, and a wide range of diagnostics, supported by the new Community Diagnostic Centre at Whitehouse Health Centre. We have just opened the Oak Wards - a new ward block featuring two 24-bed wards.

Further investment is underway, including the recently approved Women and Children's Centre, set to open by 2030.

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