Job summary We are seeking an enthusiastic nurse to join the acute respiratory nursing service/hospital at home service based at Darlington Memorial Hospital. Our nursing team is made up of a Respiratory Nurse Consultant, Respiratory Matron, a Respiratory Nurse Specialist/Team Lead, a number of Respiratory Nurse Specialists, and Respiratory Health Care Assistant. We strongly encourage interested candidates to contact Respiratory matron - Michelle Fawdon, (m.fawdonnhs.net) Main duties of the job The role includes a range of duties such as -providing a 7 day hospital at home service for patients suffering from an exacerbation of COPD. (This is currently in review and can be discussed further) -Reviewing patients in hospital. -Contributing to the management of patients admitted with respiratory disease in the form of assessment for home oxygen therapy, making recommendations in line with local and national treatment guidelines, promoting the benefit of pulmonary rehabilitation, smoking cessation advice and disease education. -The role also includes outpatient clinics for nebulised antibiotics, and biologic therapies for severe asthma, as well supporting the Respiratory Nurse Consultant and Band 8 Lead respiratory Nurse with our nurse led sleep related breathing disorder 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, 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 Date posted 05 November 2024 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 6 Salary £37,338 to £44,962 a year per annum, pro rata Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number C9439-24-1127 Job locations Darlington Memorial Hospital NHS Trust Hollyhurst Road Darlington County Durham DL3 6HX Job description Job responsibilities MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Assess patients admitted to hospital with respiratory problems, assessing, supporting and facilitating discharge as appropriate including completing the COPD bundle. Review patients in their own home following acute exacerbations of COPD. Ensure all patients with COPD and asthma leave hospital with a self-management plan, the most appropriate inhaler device, education and follow up arrangements. Support patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, asthma and other respiratory conditions on discharge and in the community when appropriate. Educate patients, carers and staff about the use of equipment and treatments related to respiratory disease, such as inhalers, peak flow meters and nebulisers. To assess knowledge and concordance with medication. Liaise with community services including community based respiratory nurses, community matrons, and intermediate care services. Actively participate and provide a Pulmonary Education programme for hospital and community staff to ensure that all professionals receive consistent information. Attend respiratory medicine meetings. Develop close working relationships with the wards including Ambulatory care, A&E, medical admissions unit and the base wards. Assess patients requirements for oxygen on discharge and prescribe as required. Participate in audit. Assess patients with a diagnosis of OSA, initiate treatment, educate and advise appropriately. Follow up patients on CPAP therapy, adjust treatments and troubleshoot as necessary. Job description Job responsibilities MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Assess patients admitted to hospital with respiratory problems, assessing, supporting and facilitating discharge as appropriate including completing the COPD bundle. Review patients in their own home following acute exacerbations of COPD. Ensure all patients with COPD and asthma leave hospital with a self-management plan, the most appropriate inhaler device, education and follow up arrangements. Support patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, asthma and other respiratory conditions on discharge and in the community when appropriate. Educate patients, carers and staff about the use of equipment and treatments related to respiratory disease, such as inhalers, peak flow meters and nebulisers. To assess knowledge and concordance with medication. Liaise with community services including community based respiratory nurses, community matrons, and intermediate care services. Actively participate and provide a Pulmonary Education programme for hospital and community staff to ensure that all professionals receive consistent information. Attend respiratory medicine meetings. Develop close working relationships with the wards including Ambulatory care, A&E, medical admissions unit and the base wards. Assess patients requirements for oxygen on discharge and prescribe as required. Participate in audit. Assess patients with a diagnosis of OSA, initiate treatment, educate and advise appropriately. Follow up patients on CPAP therapy, adjust treatments and troubleshoot as necessary. Person Specification Special Requirements Essential Able to meet the travel requirements of the role Experience Essential Experience working with respiratory patients Desirable Community nursing experience Qualifications Essential NMC Registration Courses related to advanced nursing practice Degree or equivalent extensive knowledge in respiratory medicine Desirable Courses related to respiratory medicine Courses related to management Clinical skills Non medical prescribing Teaching qualification Statutory Registration Essential NMC Registration Special Skills & Knowledge Essential Knowledge of type 2 Respiratory failure and the use and application of NIV Ability to check inhaler techniques and assess patients medication for their respiratory illness Knowledge of Respiratory medication and guidance on when to use it Knowledge of Respiratory guidelines Ability to work independantly and manage own workload. Person Specification Special Requirements Essential Able to meet the travel requirements of the role Experience Essential Experience working with respiratory patients Desirable Community nursing experience Qualifications Essential NMC Registration Courses related to advanced nursing practice Degree or equivalent extensive knowledge in respiratory medicine Desirable Courses related to respiratory medicine Courses related to management Clinical skills Non medical prescribing Teaching qualification Statutory Registration Essential NMC Registration Special Skills & Knowledge Essential Knowledge of type 2 Respiratory failure and the use and application of NIV Ability to check inhaler techniques and assess patients medication for their respiratory illness Knowledge of Respiratory medication and guidance on when to use it Knowledge of Respiratory guidelines Ability to work independantly and manage own workload. 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). 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. 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 County Durham & Darlington NHS Foundation Trust Address Darlington Memorial Hospital NHS Trust Hollyhurst Road Darlington County Durham DL3 6HX Employer's website https://www.cddft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)