Paediatric Asthma Advanced Practitioner - 48h Post-Discharge

Queen Elizabeth Hospital King's Lynn; King's Lynn and West Norfolk; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading NHS hospital in the United Kingdom is seeking a Specialist Paediatric Advanced Practitioner to lead a new asthma service for children. In this role, you will conduct post-discharge reviews, assess inhaler techniques, and develop tailored asthma education programs. You will work collaboratively across various healthcare settings aiming to improve asthma care and reduce hospital re-admissions. Ideal candidates will have experience in paediatric asthma management and strong clinical assessment skills.

Qualifications

• Experience in paediatric asthma care.
• Ability to conduct 48-hour post-discharge reviews.
• Strong skills in developing Personalised Asthma Action Plans (PAAPs).

Responsibilities

• Conduct 48-hour post-discharge asthma reviews for CYP aged 5-16 years.
• Perform clinical assessments and deliver tailored asthma education.
• Collaborate closely with A&E and primary care to ensure seamless care.

Skills

Clinical assessments

Inhaler technique assessment

Tailored asthma education

Collaboration across settings

Job description

A leading NHS hospital in the United Kingdom is seeking a Specialist Paediatric Advanced Practitioner to lead a new asthma service for children. In this role, you will conduct post-discharge reviews, assess inhaler techniques, and develop tailored asthma education programs. You will work collaboratively across various healthcare settings aiming to improve asthma care and reduce hospital re-admissions. Ideal candidates will have experience in paediatric asthma management and strong clinical assessment skills.