Job summary
We are looking for a highly
motivated individual to join the Respiratory specialist nursing team. This is a
multifaceted role, incorporating key aspects such as clinical, education,
consultancy, research and management.
The candidate will be responsible
for reviewing and supporting patients with a diagnosis of COPD/Asthma in the
acute setting. They will be required to suggest treatment changes, and support
ongoing management as well as on going referrals to appropriate outpatient
clinics. There will also be the requirment for nurse led COPD and Asthma
clinics.
There will be a requirement to
arrange and support teaching within the acute settings and act as a resource to
staff both in and outside the trust.
Management of the nursing team at
UHND is also a requirement.
There will be an expectation to
lead in the clinical audit and lead/actively participate in research.
We strongly encourage interested
candidates to contact the Respiratory Matron-Michelle Fawdon (m.fawdon@nhs.net)
Main duties of the job
To provide professional leadership and be a source of
clinical expertise and professional advice, acting as a specialist nursing
resource in respiratory nursing.
See patients with a variety of respiratory illnesses,
ensuring that all patients and carers are well informed about their disease and
its management by providing appropriate and timely information
Do the day to day management of a small team including
appraisals.
To expand and develop the role to meet the changing needs of
patients working within the parameters of the Code of Professional Practice,
Trust and NMC guidelines.
Develop, establish and maintain networks locally, regionally
and nationally in order to share and disseminate information, research and
practice, establishing appropriate links with higher education.
Participate in nursing and collaborative research.
Assist in the development of policies, procedures and
clinical protocols as appropriate.
Develop standards of practice against which quality of care
may be measured.
Manage the respiratory nursing team.
Partake in nurse led COPD/Asthma clinics
About us
If you are being interviewed you must accept an interview slot in the system to continue, even if you have arranged with the manager
You must be able to produce ALL certificates stated essential in the person specification or you will not be able to complete pre-employment checks
We provide hospital services from two acute sites - Darlington Memorial Hospital and University Hospital of North Durham. We have a centre for planned care in Bishop Auckland and provide care from community hospitals in Chester-le-Street, Shotley Bridge, Barnard Castle, Sedgefield and Weardale as well as over 80 other community based settings and providing care in patients' homes.
We particularly welcome applications from disabled and Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) candidates as BAME and disabled people are currently under-represented
From April 1 2024 we are unable to offer sponsorship for healthcare roles that do not meet the minimum salary £23,200, to apply you must have Right to Work in the United Kingdom. If you are in the UK on a VISA please ensure you have no restrictions that would prevent you from taking this post
Full Job Descriptions can be found in the adverts supporting documents
Job description
Job responsibilities
To create a culture within the specialty which recognises
and works in partnership with patients and carers involving them at all levels,
utilising specialist knowledge and evidence based practice.
To ensure the provision of specialist/expert knowledge for
all users of the service across the primary/secondary care interface providing
a pivotal link between the two, working closely with colleagues in both
settings ensuring a coordinated and comprehensive service for patients
requiring specialist care.
To provide professional leadership and be a source of
clinical expertise and professional advice
Communicate complex and sensitive information to patients
and careres taking all barriers in effective communication into consideration
To facilitate a coordinated working environment allowing
cooperation and coordination with other health care professionals and other
relevant internal and external agencies.
To create a culture within the specialty which recognises
and works in partnership with patients and carers involving them at all levels,
utilising specialist knowledge and evidence based practice.
To ensure the provision of specialist/expert knowledge for
all users of the service across the primary/secondary care interface providing
a pivotal link between the two, working closely with colleagues in both
settings ensuring a coordinated and comprehensive service for patients
requiring specialist care.
To facilitate a coordinated
working environment allowing cooperation and coordination with other health
care professionals and other relevant internal and external agencies.
Efficiently utilise available resources to meet service
objectives.
Participate in business planning
and objective setting for the service.
Coordination of sleep service
including ensuring appropriate equipment available and being a key stake holder
in the service development.
Submit statistics and activity
data as required.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To create a culture within the specialty which recognises
and works in partnership with patients and carers involving them at all levels,
utilising specialist knowledge and evidence based practice.
To ensure the provision of specialist/expert knowledge for
all users of the service across the primary/secondary care interface providing
a pivotal link between the two, working closely with colleagues in both
settings ensuring a coordinated and comprehensive service for patients
requiring specialist care.
To provide professional leadership and be a source of
clinical expertise and professional advice
Communicate complex and sensitive information to patients
and careres taking all barriers in effective communication into consideration
To facilitate a coordinated working environment allowing
cooperation and coordination with other health care professionals and other
relevant internal and external agencies.
To create a culture within the specialty which recognises
and works in partnership with patients and carers involving them at all levels,
utilising specialist knowledge and evidence based practice.
To ensure the provision of specialist/expert knowledge for
all users of the service across the primary/secondary care interface providing
a pivotal link between the two, working closely with colleagues in both
settings ensuring a coordinated and comprehensive service for patients
requiring specialist care.
To facilitate a coordinated
working environment allowing cooperation and coordination with other health
care professionals and other relevant internal and external agencies.
Efficiently utilise available resources to meet service
objectives.
Participate in business planning
and objective setting for the service.
Coordination of sleep service
including ensuring appropriate equipment available and being a key stake holder
in the service development.
Submit statistics and activity
data as required.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Relevant post registration experience.
- Evidence of managing a case load or care group setting with MDT working.
- Management experience.
- Demonstrateable commitment to delivering high quality patient centered care including participation into quality assurance and audit.
Desirable
- Evidence of participation in quality assurance, audit and research.
Special Skills & Knowledge
Essential
- Experience in looking after patients with respiratory disease and sleep disordered breathing.
- COPD/Asthma diploma or equivalent palliative care experience.
- Excellent communication skills.
Desirable
- ARTP or equivalent diagnostic spirometry qualification.
- Clinical Skills.
- Capillary blood gas taking and interpretation.
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered general nurse.
- Educated to degree level or appropriate level of experience.
- Teaching Qualification.
- Clinical Skills.
Desirable
- Qualifications in Respiratory modules or demonstratable experience.
- Non-medical prescribing qualification
Statutory Registration
Essential
- Evidence of NMC registration
Special Requirements
Essential
- Occupational health clearance
- DBS clearance
- Driving license if relevant to the role.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Relevant post registration experience.
- Evidence of managing a case load or care group setting with MDT working.
- Management experience.
- Demonstrateable commitment to delivering high quality patient centered care including participation into quality assurance and audit.
Desirable
- Evidence of participation in quality assurance, audit and research.
Special Skills & Knowledge
Essential
- Experience in looking after patients with respiratory disease and sleep disordered breathing.
- COPD/Asthma diploma or equivalent palliative care experience.
- Excellent communication skills.
Desirable
- ARTP or equivalent diagnostic spirometry qualification.
- Clinical Skills.
- Capillary blood gas taking and interpretation.
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered general nurse.
- Educated to degree level or appropriate level of experience.
- Teaching Qualification.
- Clinical Skills.
Desirable
- Qualifications in Respiratory modules or demonstratable experience.
- Non-medical prescribing qualification
Statutory Registration
Essential
- Evidence of NMC registration
Special Requirements
Essential
- Occupational health clearance
- DBS clearance
- Driving license if relevant to the role.
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).
