Job summary
We are seeking an experienced and motivated Respiratory Nurse to join our Primary Care Network (PCN) on a part-time basis.
The post holder will play a key role in delivering high-quality respiratory services across our member GP practices, with a particular focus on providing and supporting spirometry testing in line with national standards.
This is an excellent opportunity to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team to improve respiratory outcomes for patients across the PCN.
Main duties of the job
- Provide high-quality, accurate spirometry testing across all practices within the PCN
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Ensure spirometry is conducted in line with ARTP guidelines and accreditation standards
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Support the diagnosis and ongoing management of patients with respiratory conditions, including COPD and asthma
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Interpret spirometry results and communicate findings effectively to clinicians and patients
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Work collaboratively with GPs, practice nurses, and other members of the multidisciplinary team
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Contribute to the development and improvement of respiratory services within the PCN
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Maintain accurate clinical records in line with organisational policies
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Support training and education of staff where appropriate
About us
GP Connect PCN consists of 5 GP Practices covering approx. 32000 patients. Our network operates with in the city of Coventry.
The successful candidate will join a GP Connect PCN Team and will be supported by a Senior Team and Regular development sessions, teaching, training and opportunities to upskill will be provided.
If you are a forward-thinking individual who is keen to develop in this role, we want to hear from you!
If you have recently applied for this post please do not re-apply, your application will already have been considered.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Key Responsibilities
Clinical Practice and Care Delivery
- Deliver respiratory clinics for patients with asthma, COPD and other respiratory conditions within agreed scope of practice.
- Undertake holistic assessment, care planning, treatment optimisation and review for patients with chronic respiratory disease.
- Provide follow-up support for patients after exacerbations or hospital discharge, including home visits where clinically appropriate.
- Contribute to respiratory diagnostic activity, including spirometry and FeNO testing, where competent and trained.
- Identify patients who may benefit from pulmonary rehabilitation, smoking cessation support, home oxygen assessment or other specialist input, and refer appropriately.
- Support delivery of virtual reviews, group consultations and shared clinic models where required.
Integrated Working and MDT Contribution
- Work collaboratively with GP practices, the Respiratory Nurse Specialist, pharmacists, healthcare assistants, social prescribers, community teams and secondary care services.
- Attend and contribute to respiratory multidisciplinary team meetings and other relevant case discussion forums.
- Support seamless pathways between primary care, community services and secondary care to improve patient outcomes and experience.
- Liaise with carers, families and other professionals to coordinate patient-centred care plans.
Education and Support
- Contribute to service development, audit, quality improvement and pathway standardisation across the respiratory service.
- Provide education and self-management support to patients and carers to improve confidence, understanding and adherence to treatment.
- Support practice staff with respiratory knowledge and skills development, including inhaler technique, annual review processes and diagnostic pathways, within own competence.
- Participate in education sessions for healthcare professionals and the local population as required.
- Maintain own continuing professional development and work towards agreed respiratory competencies and qualifications.
Service Improvement, Audit and Quality
- Contribute to service development, audit, quality improvement and pathway standardisation across the respiratory service.
- Support data collection, accurate coding, clinical documentation and outcome monitoring using agreed systems such as EMIS WEB.
- Participate in reviewing clinical activity and identifying opportunities to improve access, quality and consistency of respiratory care.
- Work in line with local and national guidelines, PCN policies and evidence-based practice.
Professional and Governance Responsibilities
- Maintain professional registration and practise in accordance with the NMC Code and all relevant clinical governance requirements.
- Work within own scope of practice, recognising when to seek support, escalate concerns or refer to senior clinicians.
- Participate in supervision, appraisal, mandatory training and clinical competency development.
- Maintain confidentiality, safeguard vulnerable people and comply with information governance, infection prevention and health and safety requirements.
- Take reasonable care of equipment and resources used in clinics, home visits and community settings.
Review Clause
- This job description is intended as a guide to the main duties of the post and is not an exhaustive list. It may be reviewed and amended in consultation with the postholder to reflect the changing needs of GP Connect Primary Care Network.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Key Responsibilities
Clinical Practice and Care Delivery
- Deliver respiratory clinics for patients with asthma, COPD and other respiratory conditions within agreed scope of practice.
- Undertake holistic assessment, care planning, treatment optimisation and review for patients with chronic respiratory disease.
- Provide follow-up support for patients after exacerbations or hospital discharge, including home visits where clinically appropriate.
- Contribute to respiratory diagnostic activity, including spirometry and FeNO testing, where competent and trained.
- Identify patients who may benefit from pulmonary rehabilitation, smoking cessation support, home oxygen assessment or other specialist input, and refer appropriately.
- Support delivery of virtual reviews, group consultations and shared clinic models where required.
Integrated Working and MDT Contribution
- Work collaboratively with GP practices, the Respiratory Nurse Specialist, pharmacists, healthcare assistants, social prescribers, community teams and secondary care services.
- Attend and contribute to respiratory multidisciplinary team meetings and other relevant case discussion forums.
- Support seamless pathways between primary care, community services and secondary care to improve patient outcomes and experience.
- Liaise with carers, families and other professionals to coordinate patient-centred care plans.
Education and Support
- Contribute to service development, audit, quality improvement and pathway standardisation across the respiratory service.
- Provide education and self-management support to patients and carers to improve confidence, understanding and adherence to treatment.
- Support practice staff with respiratory knowledge and skills development, including inhaler technique, annual review processes and diagnostic pathways, within own competence.
- Participate in education sessions for healthcare professionals and the local population as required.
- Maintain own continuing professional development and work towards agreed respiratory competencies and qualifications.
Service Improvement, Audit and Quality
- Contribute to service development, audit, quality improvement and pathway standardisation across the respiratory service.
- Support data collection, accurate coding, clinical documentation and outcome monitoring using agreed systems such as EMIS WEB.
- Participate in reviewing clinical activity and identifying opportunities to improve access, quality and consistency of respiratory care.
- Work in line with local and national guidelines, PCN policies and evidence-based practice.
Professional and Governance Responsibilities
- Maintain professional registration and practise in accordance with the NMC Code and all relevant clinical governance requirements.
- Work within own scope of practice, recognising when to seek support, escalate concerns or refer to senior clinicians.
- Participate in supervision, appraisal, mandatory training and clinical competency development.
- Maintain confidentiality, safeguard vulnerable people and comply with information governance, infection prevention and health and safety requirements.
- Take reasonable care of equipment and resources used in clinics, home visits and community settings.
Review Clause
- This job description is intended as a guide to the main duties of the post and is not an exhaustive list. It may be reviewed and amended in consultation with the postholder to reflect the changing needs of GP Connect Primary Care Network.
Person Specification
Working Conditions
Essential
- Flexible working across multiple sites and settings
- Ability to travel independently across the locality
- Able to manage emotionally sensitive situations and complex patient needs
Experience
Essential
- Experience of managing or supporting a caseload of patients with respiratory conditions
- Competence in respiratory assessment and chronic disease management
- Competence in spirometry and FeNO testing
Desirable
- Experience of working in primary care, community care or a similar setting
- Experience of audit, service improvement or pathway development
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse with valid NMC registration
- Respiratory qualification such as asthma or COPD diploma, or willingness to work towards
- ARTP accreditation in spirometry
Skills and Knowledge
Essential
- Ability to assess, plan, implement and evaluate care for patients with respiratory disease
- Ability to work independently within scope of practice and as part of a multidisciplinary team
- Good communication and interpersonal skills with patients, carers and professionals
- Ability to deliver education and promote self-management
- Proficiency in clinical documentation and use of electronic clinical systems such as Emis Web
- Understanding of inhaler technique, pulmonary rehabilitation, smoking cessation and admission avoidance approaches
Person Specification
Working Conditions
Essential
- Flexible working across multiple sites and settings
- Ability to travel independently across the locality
- Able to manage emotionally sensitive situations and complex patient needs
Experience
Essential
- Experience of managing or supporting a caseload of patients with respiratory conditions
- Competence in respiratory assessment and chronic disease management
- Competence in spirometry and FeNO testing
Desirable
- Experience of working in primary care, community care or a similar setting
- Experience of audit, service improvement or pathway development
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse with valid NMC registration
- Respiratory qualification such as asthma or COPD diploma, or willingness to work towards
- ARTP accreditation in spirometry
Skills and Knowledge
Essential
- Ability to assess, plan, implement and evaluate care for patients with respiratory disease
- Ability to work independently within scope of practice and as part of a multidisciplinary team
- Good communication and interpersonal skills with patients, carers and professionals
- Ability to deliver education and promote self-management
- Proficiency in clinical documentation and use of electronic clinical systems such as Emis Web
- Understanding of inhaler technique, pulmonary rehabilitation, smoking cessation and admission avoidance approaches
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
