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NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) is one of the largest healthcare systems in the United Kingdom, employing approximately 40,000 staff across a wide range of clinical and non-clinical professions and roles. We deliver acute hospital, primary, community and mental health services to a population of over 1.15 million people, and to a wider population of 2.2 million when regional and national services are included.
The role:
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Working in NHSGGC, you will be part of a service that is firmly grounded in a multidisciplinary team approach, with the patient always at the centre of care. The service is designed to support and empower patients and carers to make informed choices, delivering a high‑quality and innovative level of specialist care across hospital, community and home settings. You will work alongside a dynamic, motivated and award‑recognised multidisciplinary team, contributing to meaningful improvements in patient outcomes while developing your expertise within a respected specialist service.
Duration, Location, and Working Pattern:
- Gartnavel General Hospital
- Monday to Friday, 09:00 to 17:00
Key responsibilities:
- The post holder will act as a specialist resource in the management of people with Parkinson’s Disease (PD)
- The post holder’s duties will encompass working as part of a multidisciplinary team and will work closely with patients, carers, consultants, GP’s, other health care professionals and the voluntary sector, providing a high level of specialist knowledge and support in PD management
- The post holder will take a lead role and contribute to the clinical management of people with PD - specifically in respect of diagnosis, symptom management and treatment options
- Involvement in developing and delivering teaching programmes for all staff, members of the multidisciplinary team, patients and carers is expected
- The Movement Disorder Nurse Specialist will assist in conducting practitioner-led clinics and medical clinics, as well as visiting patients at home/nursing home / in patient settings
- This will ensure a high standard of support and advice during the disease process and times of medication changes to ensure optimum control of symptoms
- A telephone service with an answering machine is another well-used mechanism for patients to keep in touch with the Movement Disorder Nurse Specialist between appointments if problems arise or advice is required
Knowledge, training, qualifications and/or experience required to do the job:
- Evidence of further education including postgraduate certification and/or continuous professional development in relevant areas of practice, with educational preparation aligned to a Level 6 CNS role, including a minimum of 60 credits at SCQF level 10 (Honours level)
- In‑depth specialist knowledge of Parkinson’s Disease and movement disorders, including diagnosis, symptom progression, treatment options and complex medication management
- Strong understanding of evidence‑based practice, national guidelines and clinical standards relevant to movement disorder care across hospital and community settings
- Knowledge of holistic, person‑centred assessment and care planning for patients with complex and long‑term neurological conditions, including supporting carers and families
- Advanced knowledge of multidisciplinary team working, care coordination and integrated pathways across primary, secondary and third sector services
- Understanding of patient education, counselling principles and communication strategies to support informed decision‑making and self‑management
- Knowledge of clinical governance, audit, research and service evaluation, with the ability to use data, dashboards and documentation systems to monitor and improve quality of care
What we offer:
We offer a wide range of supportive policies designed to enhance your employee journey, including a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme, Cycle to Work Scheme, bursary scheme and extensive learning and development opportunities.
As an NHS Scotland employee, you will be entitled to:
- A minimum of 27 days annual leave, increasing with length of service, plus public holidays
- Membership of the NHS Pension Scheme, including life insurance benefits
- Salary Sacrifice Car Benefit Scheme
- Development opportunities including study bursaries, e-learning and classroom-based courses
- Enhanced pay for working public holidays
- NHS discounts on a wide range of goods and services
- Confidential employee support and assistance, including counselling and psychological therapies
Interested?
If you would like to find out more, we would love to hear from you.
For an informal discussion, please contact:
Clinical Nurse Specialist, Paul Lochrin, paul.lochrin@nhs.scot, 0141 301 9870
Details on how to contact the Recruitment Service and the Recruitment Process: Information for candidates
This post may close early due to the volume of response. Please submit your application form as soon as possible.
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