Advanced Respiratory Nurse Specialist - Primary Care

NHS; Hemel Hempstead; On-site; GBP 39,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider is looking for a dedicated Asthma Nurse to lead respiratory care in Hemel Hempstead. The successful candidate will manage clinics, advocate for patients, and be a resource for the multidisciplinary team. This role offers an annual salary of £38,248 plus additional fringe benefits, with a focus on providing high-quality care to patients and their families. Candidates must possess relevant nursing qualifications and experience in managing respiratory diseases.

Benefits

5% Fringe Allowance

Continuous professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse with a BSc or equivalent qualifications.
• Experience managing patients with respiratory diseases.
• Competent in phlebotomy and arterial blood gas sampling.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert assessment and planning for patients with asthma.
• Manage nurse-led clinics and develop clinical decision-making.
• Support patients in self-managing their care.

Skills

Communication skills

IT skills in word processing and spreadsheets

Team player

Ability to manage own caseload

Knowledge of respiratory disease management

Education

Registered Nurse / Midwife qualification

Recognised teaching qualification

Respiratory Qualification

Tools

Spirometry

FeNO testing

Job description

A healthcare provider is looking for a dedicated Asthma Nurse to lead respiratory care in Hemel Hempstead. The successful candidate will manage clinics, advocate for patients, and be a resource for the multidisciplinary team. This role offers an annual salary of £38,248 plus additional fringe benefits, with a focus on providing high-quality care to patients and their families. Candidates must possess relevant nursing qualifications and experience in managing respiratory diseases.