Respiratory CNS: Expert Care & Autonomous Practice

Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust; Farnham; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust in Farnham is recruiting a Band 6 Clinical Nurse Specialist or Allied Health Professional with specialist respiratory care expertise. You will work as an autonomous practitioner, assessing and managing patients with COPD, bronchiectasis, ILD, asthma and oxygen therapy, supporting service improvement and educating colleagues.

The role covers North-East Hampshire, Farnham and Surrey Heath, with a focus on clinical excellence, evidence-based care and

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse – Part 1,2,12.
• Degree in nursing or equivalent experience.
• Teaching / assessment programme desirable.
• Diploma/ degree in respiratory care desirable.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialist respiratory intervention and support the multidisciplinary team with assessment and development of holistic management plans.
• Assess respiratory patients with a wide range of presentations, including complex physical and psychological conditions.
• Demonstrate knowledge of local and national guidelines relating to respiratory conditions.
• Join a demanding but rewarding role offering a wide variety of experience and opportunities to develop new clinical skills.
• Enhance professional portfolio through varied clinical experience.
• Receive dedicated support for professional development across two organisations.

Skills

Autonomous practice

Clinical assessment

Communication skills

NMC/HCPC guidelines

Community healthcare

COPD/asthma knowledge

Education

Nursing degree

Teaching/assessment training

Respiratory care diploma

Job description

Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust in Farnham is recruiting a Band 6 Clinical Nurse Specialist or Allied Health Professional with specialist respiratory care expertise. You will work as an autonomous practitioner, assessing and managing patients with COPD, bronchiectasis, ILD, asthma and oxygen therapy, supporting service improvement and educating colleagues.

The role covers North-East Hampshire, Farnham and Surrey Heath, with a focus on clinical excellence, evidence-based care and