Huntington's Disease Specialist Nurse
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NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde is one of the largest healthcare systems in the UK employing around 40,000 staff in a wide range of clinical and non‑clinical professions. We deliver acute hospital, primary, community and mental health care services to a population of over 1.15 million and a wider population of 2.2 million when our regional and national services are included.
The shift pattern for this post is yet to be confirmed but will be working 18.5 hours per week. Salary is pro‑rata for part‑time hours. You need to have a live NMC UK pin in order to be considered for this post.
Responsibilities
* The post holder will optimise access and input from existing HSCP services and ensure pathways to support these ensuring that there will be:
o Care coordination to ensure a seamless and personalised service throughout the individual’s journey, linking with health, social care and voluntary services.
o MDT collaboration where HD support will be embedded across neurology, psychiatry, clinical genetics, social work, and community rehabilitation and other health and social care teams, enhancing care coordination across services.
o Support for family members and carers with advice and guidance provided around finances, future care planning, post‑diagnostic support and carer support.
o Easy “in, easy out” flow through services with access to the right service at the right time to minimise risks and avoid crisis. Initiate and promote research, evidence‑based practice and monitoring of service provision.
o Act as an expert information resource; provide advice, education and practical support for patients, their families and all involved professional staff.
Requirements
* Registered Nurse on the NMC Register with relevant experience within an acute or primary care setting.
* Proven experience in HD or other neurological conditions, demonstrated through direct support, tailoring care plans, supporting newly diagnosed patients and multi‑agency working.
* Evidence of CPD in person‑centred care, psychological responses to stress and distress in dementia, palliative care, counselling skills or similar learning or experience.
Contact
Informal contact: Pauline McCulloch – Service Manager, 07887 626 863 / Pauline.mcculloch@nhs.scot
Recruitment Information
This post may close early to the volume of response. Please submit your application form as soon as possible. Due to the volume of applications that we receive, we will not be able to provide shortlisting feedback.
Equal Opportunity
NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde – NHS Scotland encourages applications from all sections of the community. We promote a culture of inclusion across the organisation and are proud of the diverse workforce we have.
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