Respiratory Nurse Specialist - Lead Clinician & Educator

NHS; Stockport; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Stockport seeks an experienced band 6 respiratory nurse. The successful candidate will provide specialist clinical support, ensure timely care for COPD patients, and mentor junior staff. You must have NMC registration and relevant nursing experience, along with strong organisational and teaching skills. This permanent role is full-time at 37.5 hours per week, offering competitive benefits including annual leave and an NHS pension scheme.

Benefits

27-33 days of annual leave plus bank holidays

NHS pension scheme membership

Salary sacrifice schemes

NHS Staff discounts

Cycle to work scheme

Qualifications

• Evidence of providing extensive nursing care to respiratory patients.
• Experience of teaching in various formats.
• Evidence of leadership experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialist clinical support to medical and nursing staff.
• Ensure patients with COPD are seen within 24 hours of admission.
• Provide clinical leadership and mentoring to junior staff.

Skills

Ability to formulate teaching packages

Organisational skills

Ability to assess patients autonomously

Education

First level NMC registration

Relevant post registration experience of 18 months

Job description

A healthcare provider in Stockport seeks an experienced band 6 respiratory nurse. The successful candidate will provide specialist clinical support, ensure timely care for COPD patients, and mentor junior staff. You must have NMC registration and relevant nursing experience, along with strong organisational and teaching skills. This permanent role is full-time at 37.5 hours per week, offering competitive benefits including annual leave and an NHS pension scheme.