Interstitial Lung Disease Clinical Nurse Specialist

University Hospitals of North Midlands NHS Trust; Stoke-on-Trent; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Clinical Nurse Specialist for their Interstitial Lung Disease service. This role offers the chance to provide high-quality nursing care, assess patients, and support outpatient clinics. You will play a vital role in educating patients and collaborating with medical staff to enhance treatment plans. Join a forward-thinking organization dedicated to diversity and inclusion, where your contributions will significantly impact patient care and community health. This is an exciting opportunity to grow within a modern healthcare environment while making a difference in the lives of patients.

Qualifications

• Providing high standards of nursing care for patients with Interstitial Lung Disease.
• Assessing patients for further management and supporting nursing and medical staff.

Responsibilities

• Manage patient caseloads and provide nurse-led consultations for ILD patients.
• Participate in educational material development for patients and health professionals.

Skills

Nursing Care

Patient Assessment

Patient Education

Oxygen Therapy

Time Management

Education

Registered Nurse Qualification

Specialization in Respiratory Care

Job description

Interstitial Lung Disease Clinical Nurse Specialist

Join to apply for the Interstitial Lung Disease Clinical Nurse Specialist role at University Hospitals of North Midlands NHS Trust.

We have an exciting opportunity in the ILD service for a Clinical Nurse Specialist, initially for a 6-month fixed term, with secondments considered.

Main Responsibilities of the Role Include:

1. Providing and maintaining high standards of skilled nursing care for patients with Interstitial Lung Disease, following the agreed models of care.
2. Assessing patients on the ward for further management and discussion at the ILD MDT, offering advice and support to nursing and medical staff.
3. Supporting outpatient ILD clinics, MDT meetings, and the Patient Support Group.
4. Advising on treatment changes, including oxygen therapy, and educating patients and carers on self-management.
5. Ensuring appropriate patients are considered for follow-up, pulmonary rehabilitation, smoking cessation, long-term oxygen therapy, and palliative care.
6. Participating in the development and delivery of educational materials for patients, carers, and health professionals.
7. Managing time effectively to handle patient caseloads.
8. Providing nurse-led telephone consultations for regional ILD patients.

University Hospitals of North Midlands NHS Trust is one of the largest and most modern in the country, serving around three million people across two sites: Royal Stoke and County Hospital. We are a specialist centre for major trauma and pride ourselves on our facilities, teaching, and research. We value diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunities, fostering a culture where all staff feel valued and respected.

For further details or informal visits, contact:

• Name: Tracy Mellor
• Job Title: Matron
• Email: [e-mail]
• Telephone: [phone]