Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Band 6 Nurse within the RESTART Team for a 6 month Secondment to support Respiratory during the winter months.
The post holder will work within the respiratory team to provide specialist clinical management of patients with respiratory conditions and will contribute to the delivery, development and evaluation of the respiratory service within NGHT.
The post holder will be working collaboratively with the multidisciplinary team to ensure the delivery of safe, effective and high-quality patient-centred care.
Main duties of the job
Clinical Responsibilities
The post holder will be responsible for the provision of specialised nursing care and advice in the assessment and management of patients with acute and chronic respiratory diseases, including:
- COPD
- Interstitial Lung Disease (ILD)
- Asthma
- Bronchiectasis
- Community Acquired Pneumonia (CAP)
- Long term oxygen therapy
- Rapid Respiratory Assessment Clinic RRAU
The post holder will:
- Undertake comprehensive respiratory assessment and clinical review of patients across inpatient, outpatient and community settings.
- Provide advice and support in the management of acute and chronic respiratory conditions in line with Policy.
- Recognise and respond appropriately to deterioration in patients with respiratory disease, escalating concerns in accordance with local policies and clinical pathways.
- Support the identification and management of patients requiring Non-Invasive Ventilation (NIV), Pulmonary Rehabilitation, Home Oxygen Therapy and Smoking Cessation.
- Promote effective self-management and education for patients and carers to improve confidence, independence and long-term management of respiratory conditions.
- Contribute to the prevention of avoidable hospital admission and facilitate safe and timely discharge where clinically appropriate.
- Support patients through early supported discharge pathways, ensuring appropriate follow-up, safety-netting and communication with relevant services.
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Job description
Job responsibilities
For further information on the advertised role, please refer to the job description located under the Supporting Documents heading. The full person specification can be accessed under the Shortlisting Criteria section of the document.
Person Specification
Educations, Training and Qualifications
Essential
- Educated to degree level or equivalent level of education, training or experience
- NMC Registered Nurse
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- Credible clinical background in a relevant acute/community respiratory speciality
- Able to effectively utilise evidence-based practice ie, standards, audit, clinical risk assessment, protocols
Desirable
- Able to facilitate, plan and deliver a range of respiratory education and training for professionals, patients and carers.
Skills
Essential
- Able to work alongside the Clinical Specialist Teams and apply specialist knowledge in assessment, implementation and evaluation of care
- Demonstrates the ability to deliver patient information within the defined boundaries of the specialty
- Has a recognised teaching qualification.
Key Competencies/Personal Qualities and Attributes
Essential
- Key Competencies/Personal Qualities and Attributes Able to demonstrate advanced communication skills
- Able to demonstrate the ability to contribute to the achievement of the service targets within the specialist area.
Desirable
- Skilled at breaking bad news and dealing with patients with severe respiratory disease.
- Able to support and facilitate patients to make informed decisions regarding their care.
- Able to work effectively in a range of care settings between primary and secondary care facilities
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.
Certificate of Sponsorship
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
Northampton General Hospital
Address
University Hospitals of Northamptonshire
Northampton
NN15BD
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/Home.aspx (Opens in a new tab)
RESTART Respiratory Nurse in Northampton employer: Northampton General Hospital
University Hospitals of Northamptonshire (UHN) is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and inclusive work environment for Paediatric Oncology Consultants. With a commitment to professional development, the hospital provides generous study budgets, mentorship opportunities, and a collaborative culture that encourages innovation in child health services. Located in Northampton, you will be part of an award-winning team dedicated to delivering high-quality care to children and young people, making a meaningful impact in the community.
Contact Details:
Northampton General Hospital Recruitment Team
