Asthma Nurse Specialist
The Dudley Group NHS Foundation Trust
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Job summary
The Post holder will work as a member of the well- established and successful Specialist Asthma Service.
The successful candidate will be required to demonstrate commitment, enthusiasm and passion for the delivery of high quality, patient focused care for asthma patients.
The role involves assessment of patients with mild to severe asthma, and the subsequent implementation and management of treatment which will contribute to both admission avoidance and early discharge strategies.
Main duties of the job
This role will involve supporting ward staff and providing education where necessary to ensure ward staff are up to date on new information regarding treatments and policies. This will also involve ensuring care bundles are completed and education is available to staff when required
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills are essential as the Post holder will be expected to liaise and work closely with clinicians and other healthcare professionals from both primary and secondary care.
The ability to work effectively as part of a multi- disciplinary team is necessary to ensure seamless, comprehensive care is provided for respiratory patients in health care settings and within the patients home environment.
The Post holder should be flexible as service requirements may fluctuate.
About us
The Specialist Asthma Team in Dudley are a dynamic, forward thinking, pro-active team.
All staff have a responsibility within our team to provide care and compassion to our patient group, and embrace equality, inclusion and diversity.
We are part of a National Asthma Network and offer opportunities to be an integral part of the regional network to the successful candidate. We provide specialist asthma care to both adults and young people transitioning from paediatric services, and work closely with the multidisciplinary team within respiratory services and the wider network.
Date posted
19 May 2023
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 6
Salary
£35,392 to £42,618 a year Pa pro rata
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
253-0523-5277449
Job locations
Lung Function Unit
Russells Hall Hospital
Pensnett Road, Dudley
DY12HQ
Employer details
Employer name
The Dudley Group NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Lung Function Unit
Russells Hall Hospital
Pensnett Road, Dudley
DY12HQ
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