Job summary We have an exciting opportunity to recruit a Band 6 Clinical Nurse Specialist in the Asthma Service. The role will involve supporting the acute asthma service as well as the asthma service working in Swansea Bay The successful candidate will support the asthma service by providing rapid access clinics, face-to-face clinics in both in-patient and out-patient setting, undertaking asthma assessments, education and assess adherence to medications. Run biological clinics and administer treatment for biological agents. You will be required to review patient's progress, making appropriate amendments to care or treatment. The successful candidate will be experienced in respiratory medicine with some experience in asthma, either in a ward, community or out-patient setting. The applicant must be able to progress to practice autonomously and be self-directed, but also be able to operate efficiently as part of a team. They will demonstrate an eagerness to learn and develop and have a passion for education and will be encouraged to complete relevant studies. They will have the opportunity to contribute to the development of the service. Excellent communication skills are required. Main duties of the job Work with the lead asthma consultant clinicians and with Band 7 Asthma Nurse Specialists. Assess, plan, prioritise, implement, and evaluate interventions to meet patient need Empower patients to self-manage their asthma by advising, offering support and educating patients, relatives, and carers. Undertake telephone consultations for patients who are unwell ,preventing emergency visits and hospital admissions. Be involved in the administration and assessment of biological therapy Be able to interpret clinical information and take appropriate action including the confidence to escalate to senior members of the service. Reviews in-patients providing specialist advice, assessment, education and assess adherence to medications aiming to reduce hospital admissions and emergency visits providing support to medical staff in managing complex patients. Supports and provides cross cover and contributes to the provision of all areas of the service as required across Swansea Bay About us We believe staff are our best asset and wewant you to be happy and confident about starting your career here in Swansea Bay University Health Board. As one of the biggest healthcare groups in the UK we can offer a wealth of professional training and development opportunities in an innovative, forward-thinking organisation. You might be a nurse ordoctor, maybe you specialise in a health science/therapy or can offer skills in one of our support services - wehave a job for you. There are also apprenticeships, work placementsand volunteering roles available. We are an inclusive employer and welcome applications from everyone whatever their sex; religion or belief; race; age; sexual orientation; gender identity or, whether they are pregnant or have recently been on maternity leave, married or are in a civil partnership; or, whether they are disabled. Our values - Caring For Each Other, Working Together and Always Improving, show thatour commitment to equality is at the heart of everything we do. If you want excellent career and training opportunities while living on the doorstep of some of Europe's most spectacular scenery,with all the benefits of a thriving and cosmopolitan city - look no further. Date posted 29 January 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 6 Salary £37,898 to £45,637 a year per annum Contract Permanent Working pattern Part-time Reference number 130-NMR020-0125 Job locations Morriston Hospital Heol Maes Eglwys Swansea SA6 6NL Job description Job responsibilities The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply. You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac. Job description Job responsibilities The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply. You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac. Person Specification Qualifications Essential RGN (Level 1) degree or working towards / equivalent experience NMC registration Extensive experience at Band 5 or 6 in relevant speciality i.e. acute medicine/respiratory medicine Demonstration of up-to-date knowledge of current issues with respiratory speciality Desirable MSc in Advanced Nursing or working toward Formal qualification in relevant (respiratory) courses Evidence of education and development relating to respiratory medicine Skills Essential Ability to coordinate services and teams & Good management and leadership skills Excellent communication, listening, verbal and non-verbal communication/ interpersonal skills Desirable Evidence of innovative work taken with speciality Evidence of developing policies and protocols Personal Attributes Essential Patient focused Enthusiasm and commitment to high quality care Excellent self motivation and reflective skills Person Specification Qualifications Essential RGN (Level 1) degree or working towards / equivalent experience NMC registration Extensive experience at Band 5 or 6 in relevant speciality i.e. acute medicine/respiratory medicine Demonstration of up-to-date knowledge of current issues with respiratory speciality Desirable MSc in Advanced Nursing or working toward Formal qualification in relevant (respiratory) courses Evidence of education and development relating to respiratory medicine Skills Essential Ability to coordinate services and teams & Good management and leadership skills Excellent communication, listening, verbal and non-verbal communication/ interpersonal skills Desirable Evidence of innovative work taken with speciality Evidence of developing policies and protocols Personal Attributes Essential Patient focused Enthusiasm and commitment to high quality care Excellent self motivation and reflective skills 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 Swansea Bay University Health Board Address Morriston Hospital Heol Maes Eglwys Swansea SA6 6NL Employer's website https://sbuhb.nhs.wales/ (Opens in a new tab)