Job summary
We
are looking for a highly motivated individual to join the Respiratory
specialist nursing team on a six month secondment. 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 DMH 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.
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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
Special Skills and Knowledge
Essential
- Experience in looking after patients with respiratory disease and sleep disordered breathing
- COPD/Asthma diploma or equivalent
- Excellent communication skills
Desirable
- ARTP or equivalent diagnostic spirometry qualification
- Clinical Skills
- Capillary blood gas taking and interpretation
Statutory Registration
Essential
- Registered Nurse (adult or Child) on part 1 of the NMC register
- Valid UK NMC PIN
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered general nurse
- Educated to degree level or appropriate level of experience
- Teaching Qualification
Desirable
- Qualifications in Respiratory modules or demonstratable experience
- Non-medical prescribing qualification
- clinical skills
Special Requirements
Essential
- Occupational health clearance
- DBS clearance
- Driving license if relevant to the role.
- Driving posts musty have valid Full UK driving licence
Experience
Essential
- At least 3 years experience post registration
- Evidence of managing a case load or care group setting with MDT working.
- 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.
- Management experience
Person Specification
Special Skills and Knowledge
Essential
- Experience in looking after patients with respiratory disease and sleep disordered breathing
- COPD/Asthma diploma or equivalent
- Excellent communication skills
Desirable
- ARTP or equivalent diagnostic spirometry qualification
- Clinical Skills
- Capillary blood gas taking and interpretation
Statutory Registration
Essential
- Registered Nurse (adult or Child) on part 1 of the NMC register
- Valid UK NMC PIN
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered general nurse
- Educated to degree level or appropriate level of experience
- Teaching Qualification
Desirable
- Qualifications in Respiratory modules or demonstratable experience
- Non-medical prescribing qualification
- clinical skills
Special Requirements
Essential
- Occupational health clearance
- DBS clearance
- Driving license if relevant to the role.
- Driving posts musty have valid Full UK driving licence
Experience
Essential
- At least 3 years experience post registration
- Evidence of managing a case load or care group setting with MDT working.
- 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.
- Management experience
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).
Employer details
Employer name
County Durham & Darlington NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Darlington Memorial Hospital NHS Trust
Hollyhurst Road
Darlington
County Durham
DL3 6HX
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.cddft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
