Respiratory Specialist Nurse - Band 7 - Wandsworth
South West Division - Wandsworth Specialist Nursing
Due to promotion and progression, we have nurse specialist roles available within our community Specialist Services team. We are looking to recruit a highly motivated and compassionate registered nurse with the skills and knowledge to fulfill this role.
The successful candidate will be expected to demonstrate a high level of expertise clinically, have excellent communication skills, and the ability to work flexibly with consideration to the needs of the service.
The post holder will spend at least 80% of the time providing patient-facing or related care.
To work within a multidisciplinary respiratory team to deliver community respiratory service in South West division - Wandsworth, providing specialist services including hospital at home (admission avoidance and early supported discharge scheme), home oxygen assessment & review service, nurse-led clinics, stable disease management, and home visits to provide expert specialist care to patients with suspected or confirmed respiratory diagnosis including, but not limited to: COPD, asthma, and bronchiectasis.
Main duties of the job
* Providing a specialist respiratory nursing service for patients and their families/caregivers with specialist care needs.
* Offering support, advice, and education to the primary health care teams, hospice, and hospital staff.
* Participating in quality initiatives for service improvement.
* Championing respiratory services across CLCH and the South West Division.
About us
Just as we care about our patients' wellbeing, we care about yours!
We can offer you:
* A comprehensive induction into the community service followed by a local induction to introduce you to the role.
* Car lease scheme *T& C's apply.
* Flexible working options.
* Annual travel card loan.
* Training, support, and development in your career.
To have a full look at our benefits and what it's like working for us please go here: Pay and Benefits
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for the full role and responsibilities for this role within Specialist Services.
Person Specification
Education/Qualification
Essential
* RN Level 1 registration with the NMC.
* Post registration respiratory qualification or equivalent experience.
* Teaching/Mentorship qualification or equivalent experience.
* Possession of a degree or equivalent.
Desirable
* Advanced Communication Skills Course.
* Advanced Physical Assessment Course.
* Non-Medical Prescribing Course.
* Teaching and Assessment qualification.
* Master's level study in related subject (or willingness to work towards).
Experience
Essential
* Experience of working with respiratory patients at a senior level.
* Experience of working within a community setting.
* Demonstrates ability to develop new initiatives.
* Demonstrates ability to manage change.
Desirable
* Participation in service development and audit.
Employer details
Employer name
Central London Community Health Trust
Address
Battersea Studios
80-82 Silverthorne Road
London
SW8 3HE
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