Job Overview
A sensational opportunity has arisen to join the well-established, innovative, and dynamic Adult Integrated Respiratory (AIR) Team that is part of the Frimley Adult Integrated Respiratory (FAIR) Service.
We are looking for an enthusiastic and knowledgeable B7 Clinical Nurse Specialist/Specialist Practitioner who is committed to delivering excellent, evidence-based respiratory care with a special interest in interstitial Lung Disease. You will be part of a senior team, leading and developing nurses, physiotherapists, nursing associates, associate practitioners, physio technicians, and administrative support to deliver care for people with respiratory illness in the place of choice. A special interest and knowledge in ILD is essential.
The award-winning team is based at KEVII Hospital, but we also see patients in Frimley Hospital, in clinics, and in their own homes. The focus is supporting people to manage their condition within the most appropriate setting. No two days are the same!
The job will require working in other designated locations across the ICB as well as the primary base. Flexibility is required across secondary care and community.
At present, the role is predominantly Monday – Friday with the hours being 9-5 (although there might be some requirement to work 8-4 and weekends at times).
Main Duties of the Job
1. Assessing and reviewing patients who are on long-term oxygen therapy within their usual place of residence or clinics.
2. Act as an expert resource on respiratory care to patients, health care professionals, and the general public.
3. Co-ordinate and care for patients with respiratory illness to ensure they receive the highest quality care.
4. Using advanced assessment skills and knowledge to review patients at home, in clinic, or hospital and support the Virtual Ward model.
5. Plan, deliver, and evaluate patient care during their period of acute illness, with an advanced understanding of the complexity of issues surrounding the patient and their care.
6. Utilize effective counselling/educational skills, which may involve breaking bad news on diagnosis or prognosis of a chronic condition.
7. Contribute to palliative care of respiratory patients as they approach end of life.
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