Main Job Responsibilities To provide a high-quality service to all our respiratory patient To maintain and look after our Asthma, COPD and Respiratory Disease registers. To perform detailed diagnostic tests e.g., reversibility testing and monitoring, pulse oximetry - To follow diagnostic pathways and recognised guidelines To use protocols to guide diagnostic and therapeutic options. Discuss treatment options with the Clinicians. Referral of patients when necessary to community or secondary care Discuss and develop self-management plans and education with patients. Demonstrate specialist knowledge, competence and clinical skills in respiratory care and management appropriate to the needs of the patient. Assume accountability and responsibility for delivery of care including assessment, diagnosis, intervention, and referral. Work well as part of a team To keep up to date with current guidelines & professional development Attend and participate in any Practice meetings when required. Person Specification R.G.N Level 1 At least 2 years experience as a qualified nurse, with a COPD qualification Team Player Flexible and Adaptable Ability to work in a changing environment Focus on providing quality care Adherence to strict confidentiality Prepared to undergo training as required. Demonstration of competent nursing skills required for role. Effective interpersonal skills. Ability to care and deal tactfully and empathetically with patients. Demonstrates motivation, reliability and commitment to team working. Able to communicate at all levels. Ability to use sound clinical judgement and initiative. Able to work calmly under pressure. Able to work as part of a team and autonomously. Able to work with competing priorities. Flexible regarding working hours. Professional and presentable appearance. Ability to care for patients competently within a pressurised environment on a daily basis. Time management skills to manage own consultations within clinics. Good IT Skills Critical thinking and decision making Desirable Post registration chronic disease training Computer literate. Experience of EMIS Web and Docman10 Practice nursing experience Primary Care experience 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.