The Acute Respiratory Care Unit cares for patients with a variety of lung conditions including Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease, Asthma, Lung cancer, Lung fibrosis, and Tuberculosis. This also includes caring for our patients at the end of their life, providing high-quality and compassionate palliative care.
Staff will receive ongoing training and development across a wide range of in-house courses, offering respiratory competencies in caring for and delivering CPAP/NIV and various other lung conditions. We are affiliated with the University of Bradford and offer fully funded support for registered nurses to undertake the post-graduate Advanced Respiratory Care module at BSc or MSc level, with many staff continuing to work towards the PG Cert in Advanced Clinical Practice.
Main duties of the job
The post is an integral part of a multi-disciplinary team which contributes to the effective and economic use of available resources.
The postholder will be expected to carry out all relevant forms of care without direct supervision and is required to teach junior staff, both qualified and unqualified. When designated, is expected to take charge of a Ward or Department.
To assess, plan, implement, and assist with the evaluation of individual programmes of care for the acutely ill medical patient. Offer advice and support to the patient's families and friends responding to their individual needs.
Communicate with all members of the multi-disciplinary team to facilitate continuity of care.
Job responsibilities
Maintain a high standard of nursing care for acutely ill patients in accordance with Airedale Hospital Trusts guidelines and protocols.
Develop good working relationships with nursing colleagues and members of the multidisciplinary team.
Contribute towards the development of clinical practice by participating in practice and self-development programmes on the unit.
Adhere to Airedale General Hospital Trusts policies and procedures relating to health and safety. Demonstrate a belief in high standards of individual nursing care with a commitment to the development of best clinical practice, which is evidence-based.
Person Specification
Knowledge
Essential
* Knowledge of the NHS Constitution & 'Understanding the New NHS'
* Must be able to demonstrate knowledge of health and safety issues
Qualifications
Essential
* Studied to Diploma level or equivalent
* Registered with NMC
Desirable
* Degree in Healthcare/Nursing studies
* Completed 6 months Preceptorship period following registration
* Recognised teaching qualification for example SLIP/ ENB 998D32/D33
Skills
Essential
* Problem solver and innovative
* Skilled clinician
* Leadership qualities
* Excellent communicator
* Able to motivate others
* Verbal and written command of English
* Good interpersonal skills
* Ability to plan time and manage others
* Capable of working within a multi-disciplinary team
Value & Behaviours
Essential
* Honesty & Integrity
* Listening & Communicating
* Supportive & Approachable
* Even Handed & Encouraging
* Patient Centred & Compassionate
* Leads by Example & Self Aware
* Care, compassion and empathy
* Competence and compassion
* Courage to challenge self and others
* Commitment
Employer details
Employer name
Airedale NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Airedale General Hospital
Steeton
BD20 6TD
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