Job summary Three exciting job roles have arisen to work within the Community Respiratory Service as a Specialist Respiratory Nurse. The three posts could be full time or part time which would be agreed at interview. The post holders will participate in supporting the developing community respiratory service and deliver comprehensive, skilled and evidence based respiratory care to patients in the primary care setting. The post holders will support the delivery of proactive patient care, appropriate admission avoidance and facilitate early discharge, fostering close working relationships with Community Nursing, Primary Care, Social care and the Acute Trust. The post holders will work within an established clinical team who deliver Respiratory care across Shropshire, Telford & Wrekin providing in reach to the Royal Shrewsbury Hospital and Princess Royal Hospital working within an MDT, as we are extremely fortunate to have Pulmonary Rehab/Respiratory Physiotherapy within our Community Respiratory Service. It is a very exciting time to be part of SCHT as we review and expand our community services in conjunction with Shropshire Telford and Wrekin ICS. Please note this vacancy may close early if a high volume of applications is received, we do advise you to submit your applications early to avoid disappointment. Main duties of the job To be a competent practitioner, demonstrating respiratory clinical expertise providing specialist advice and developing training programme for the multidisciplinary team. To assist in the formulation and delivery of patient andcarer education programmes to optimise self management. To deputise for the Respiratory Team Lead. To undertake comprehensive assessments and examination of patients including those who may have complex presentations or multiple pathologies, using advanced assessment techniques, adapting and prescribing treatment programmes according to patient need. To participate in the instigation of multidisciplinary and team meetings to discuss ongoing management of individual respiratory patients, particularly those with complex needs. To ensure patients have evidenced based care, continuously evaluating patient progress and self management plans. About us Shropshire Community Health NHS Trust provides community-based health services for adults and children in Shropshire, Telford and Wrekin, and some services in surrounding areas too. These range from district nursing, health visiting and running four community hospitals through to providing very specialist community care through talented and dedicated staff. Patients, carers and the public play a vital role in helping us to develop and improve our services and we are constantly looking for ways to work with local communities, patients and the public to innovate and improve. Have a look at the Have Your Say section of our website to find out how you can feed back your experiences and help us to continually improve. Shropshire Community Health NHS Trust is an exciting place to work. It offers a wide range of employment opportunities for many people. Shropshire Community Health NHS Trust positively encourages applications from all areas of the community, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation or religious beliefs. We are committed to ensuring people who work for the community trust have a good working life - and a good work life/home life balance. Date posted 27 February 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 6 Salary £37,338 to £44,962 a year per annum Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time, Part-time, Flexible working Reference number 825-6984151-OPS Job locations NHS Shropsire, Telford & Wrekin Halesfield 6 Telford TF7 4BF Job description Job responsibilities Please see the Job Description and Person Specification attached for further information on the role. Job description Job responsibilities Please see the Job Description and Person Specification attached for further information on the role. Person Specification Qualifications and Training Essential Registered General Nurse Nurse Prescriber (or willing to undertake training) Evidence of recent training/ qualification in respiratory care eg diploma in respiratory care or COPD. Experience Essential Recent experience in a senior position in respiratory medicine Expedience in treating patients who are end of life Knowledge and Skills Essential Extensive knowledge of chronic respiratory conditions and holistic nursing needs of this patient group Advanced clinical skills including physical assessment Knowledge of the COPD and asthma outcomes strategy, NICE & BTS guidelines Ability to plan, implement and evaluate clinical care provided to patients with complex respiratory needs Have knowledge of the End of Life Strategy for COPD Clinical knowledge & skills in respiratory care Other Essential Ability to meet the travel needs of the post. Person Specification Qualifications and Training Essential Registered General Nurse Nurse Prescriber (or willing to undertake training) Evidence of recent training/ qualification in respiratory care eg diploma in respiratory care or COPD. Experience Essential Recent experience in a senior position in respiratory medicine Expedience in treating patients who are end of life Knowledge and Skills Essential Extensive knowledge of chronic respiratory conditions and holistic nursing needs of this patient group Advanced clinical skills including physical assessment Knowledge of the COPD and asthma outcomes strategy, NICE & BTS guidelines Ability to plan, implement and evaluate clinical care provided to patients with complex respiratory needs Have knowledge of the End of Life Strategy for COPD Clinical knowledge & skills in respiratory care Other Essential Ability to meet the travel needs of the post. 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 Shropshire Community Health NHS Trust Address NHS Shropsire, Telford & Wrekin Halesfield 6 Telford TF7 4BF Employer's website https://www.shropscommunityhealth.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)