Job summary
Band 7 Senior Specialist Respiratory Practitioner (Nurse or Paramedic Practitioner) 37.5hrs 12 month fixed term/Secondment
An exciting opportunity has arisen within the Regional East Sussex Pulmonary Service (RESPS) to support the delivery of a Respiratory Virtual Ward to patients in East Sussex.
We are looking for a dynamic and motivated specialist respiratory practitioner with a wide range of skills to provide an expert service for the care and management of patients with chronic respiratory conditions and experiencing an acute exacerbation of symptoms.
Ther post available is open to nurses or paramedic practitioners with the relevant experience. The position will be a clinical lead post and you will be responsible for the clinical management of patients in the community on the virtual ward.
The RESPS team provide Pulmonary Rehabilitation, specialist physiotherapy, specialist nursing, oxygen and support with home NIV/neuromuscular diseases with respiratory complications across EHS and H&R CCG.
Main duties of the job
We are a team of physiotherapists, nurses and respiratory support workers that provide holistic care to respiratory patients within the community setting.
We are looking for someone with proven recent experience of working with patients with respiratory conditions. Experience of the community setting would be advantageous but not essential. You will have the ability to assess and interpret clinical conditions, have an awareness of current professional and research practice issues and be willing to participate in national and local audits, independent prescribing, or the willingness to undertake this training is desirable. Well-developed communication and interpersonal skills are essential as well as excellent organisational and time management skills. You must also be able to work both as part of a team and autonomously.
You will need to show your commitment, enthusiasm and drive to develop your own clinical, managerial and team working skills within the service. You must be able to communicate effectively at all levels, work autonomously and be able to demonstrate effective teamwork. You will be supported through regular team meetings, 1-1 sessions and ongoing education and development. Access to a car and the ability to drive independently across the county is essential for the role. You will be able to claim a generous fuel allowance and will be provided with the equipment required to undertake patient care in the community setting.
About us
We are proud to provide 'Outstanding' care and be a great place to work
We provide safe, compassionate and high quality care to half a million people living or visiting East Sussex. We are one of the largest organisations in East Sussex, the only integrated provider of acute and community care in Sussex. Our extensive services are provided by 7000 + members of staff working from acute hospitals in Hastings and Eastbourne, three community hospitals in Bexhill, Rye and Uckfield, over 100 community sites and in people's own homes.
In 2020 the Care Quality Commission rated us as 'Good' overall, and 'Outstanding' for being caring and effective. The Conquest Hospital and our Community Services are rated 'Outstanding'. Eastbourne DGH rated 'Good'.
In 2020, the Trust launched its ambitious 'Building for our Future' programme. This once in a lifetime programme aims to repair, redevelop and expand our hospitals, transforming the environment in which we provide care for generations to come.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the job description attached.
If you have any questions about this position please do not hesitate to contact us.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the job description attached.
If you have any questions about this position please do not hesitate to contact us.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Qualified and registered nurse, Physiotherapist or Paramedic Practitioner
- Specialist postgraduate level qualification in Respiratory Medicine.
- Evidence of CPD at advanced level in Respiratory medicine.
- Evidence of continued professional development to Masters level or equivalent level of knowledge and experience
Desirable
- Extended/supplementary prescriber or commitment to undertake.
- Additional Qualifications in specialist area of Respiratory Care.
- Palliative Care qualification.
- Masters qualification
Experience
Essential
- Specialist experience in Respiratory Medicine.
- Previous experience of managing patients/clients with respiratory conditions
- Proven experience at Band 6 or above (minimum 2 years)
- Experience of audit and research.
- Demonstrate an understanding of Clinical Governance.
Desirable
- Leading or developing a new service. Experience at a Band 7 level within the speciality.
- Involvement in an area of change and innovation in practice.
Skills
Essential
- Enhanced relevant specialist clinical skills.
- Ability to organise, prioritise and delegate workload to meet both managerial and clinical objectives.
- Ability to support learning and education for patients and practitioners.
Knowledge
Essential
- Understanding and interpretation of blood gases.
- Working knowledge of relevant NICE/BTS guidelines.
- Individualised assessments for patients presenting with multiple pathologies.
- Comprehensive knowledge of commonly used respiratory medication.
- Specialist knowledge and application of assessment and interventions in respiratory care.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Qualified and registered nurse, Physiotherapist or Paramedic Practitioner
- Specialist postgraduate level qualification in Respiratory Medicine.
- Evidence of CPD at advanced level in Respiratory medicine.
- Evidence of continued professional development to Masters level or equivalent level of knowledge and experience
Desirable
- Extended/supplementary prescriber or commitment to undertake.
- Additional Qualifications in specialist area of Respiratory Care.
- Palliative Care qualification.
- Masters qualification
Experience
Essential
- Specialist experience in Respiratory Medicine.
- Previous experience of managing patients/clients with respiratory conditions
- Proven experience at Band 6 or above (minimum 2 years)
- Experience of audit and research.
- Demonstrate an understanding of Clinical Governance.
Desirable
- Leading or developing a new service. Experience at a Band 7 level within the speciality.
- Involvement in an area of change and innovation in practice.
Skills
Essential
- Enhanced relevant specialist clinical skills.
- Ability to organise, prioritise and delegate workload to meet both managerial and clinical objectives.
- Ability to support learning and education for patients and practitioners.
Knowledge
Essential
- Understanding and interpretation of blood gases.
- Working knowledge of relevant NICE/BTS guidelines.
- Individualised assessments for patients presenting with multiple pathologies.
- Comprehensive knowledge of commonly used respiratory medication.
- Specialist knowledge and application of assessment and interventions in respiratory care.
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
