Respiratory Specialist Nurse

Northern Care Alliance; Rochdale; À distance; GBP 40 000 - 48 000; Temps partiel

Résumé du poste

The Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Respiratory Specialist Nurse (Band 6) for a 9‑month fixed term maternity cover at Rochdale Infirmary. The role is part‑time (27.5 hours per week) with a rota across 7 days and locations within the Trust.

You will join an enhanced respiratory service, providing high‑quality care across pulmonary and related conditions, with opportunities to develop clinical leadership and cross‑service collaboration.

Qualifications

• Registration as an Adult Nurse (NMC)
• Significant experience in respiratory care
• Post‑registration training in respiratory medicine
• Willingness to travel across the Trust footprint

Responsabilités

• Provide high‑quality, timely, patient‑centred respiratory care as part of the Enhanced Respiratory Service
• Work autonomously and as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Support education and development for the wider HMR workforce
• Travel across Trust locations to meet service needs

Connaissances

Adult Nurse Registration

Respiratory care experience

Respiratory medicine training

Driving licence

Travel between sites

Formation

Degree/Diploma in Nursing

Respiratory Diploma/COPD qualification

Description du poste

Main area Respiratory Specialist Nurse Grade Band 6 Contract Fixed term: 9 months (Maternity Cover) Hours Part time - 27.5 hours per week (7 day working on a rota basis) Job ref 236-MED-NM757-26-A

Site Rochdale Infirmary Town Rochdale Salary £39,959 - £48,117 Pro‑rata Salary period Yearly Closing 18/10/2026 23:59

Job overview

Exciting Career Opportunity in Respiratory Care

Are you passionate about making a real difference in patients’ lives? Do you want to expand your expertise in Respiratory Medicine and be part of a dynamic, forward‑thinking team?

We’re thrilled to invite applications for a Respiratory Specialist Nurse to join our innovative Enhanced Respiratory Service in Heywood, Middleton, and Rochdale, proudly part of the Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust.

Why Join Us?

• Be at the forefront of transforming respiratory care with a service that’s making a tangible impact—covering Pulmonary and Long COVID Rehabilitation, Early Supported Discharge, Admission Avoidance, and Community Clinics
• Play a vital role in educating and supporting the wider HMR workforce, shaping the future of respiratory health

What We’re Looking For:

• A passionate, registered professional with experience in respiratory care ready to bring enthusiasm and dedication
• A confident communicator who can work autonomously and thrive as part of a collaborative team
• Someone committed to delivering high‑quality, patient‑centred care that is timely, compassionate, and responsive

What We Offer:

• An opportunity to develop your clinical, managerial, and leadership skills
• A vibrant, supportive environment where your contribution truly makes a difference
• The chance to travel across diverse locations within the Trust to meet service needs

Main duties of the job

We are seeking a passionate, motivated, and experienced respiratory nurse to join our team. You must be a registered adult nurse with extensive respiratory care experience and a demonstrated commitment to professional growth.

You should be an effective communicator at all levels, able to work independently, and excel in teamwork. Your focus will be providing high‑quality, timely, and patient‑centred care, always adhering to best practice policies and guidelines.

You will receive ongoing support through regular team meetings, one‑on‑one coaching, and access to a multidisciplinary team of nurses, AHPs, and consultants for mentorship and development.

The ideal candidate will have:

• Registration as an Adult Nurse
• Significant experience in respiratory care
• Post‑registration training in respiratory medicine
• A strong desire to expand clinical skills across all respiratory conditions
• A positive, adaptable approach to service development and change management
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with patients, carers, and the wider team

Join us in shaping the future of respiratory health—where your skills, passion, and dedication can truly make a difference.

Working for our organisation

The Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust (NCA) provides hospital and integrated health and social care services to over one million people living across Greater Manchester. Our 20,000 colleagues care for people in hospital and in the community, working across Bury, Rochdale, Oldham and Salford, to save and improve lives.

As a large NHS trust we are committed to enhancing the health of our local population by delivering consistently high standards of care and working closely with local authorities and key partners. We believe in our power and potential to make a difference and we’re always looking for people who demonstrate our three core values - care , appreciate and inspire – to join our team.

In return, we can offer you a job role with purpose and flexibility. The size and scale of the NCA means we can provide more challenge and opportunities so your career can always be moving in the right direction. By joining us you can also access a competitive benefits package, including, a fantastic annual leave allowance, flexible working opportunities and protected hours for health and wellbeing activities, helping you to achieve more personal downtime and a better work‑life balance.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

To read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities please open the Job Description and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading. You can also read more information about working at the Northern Care Alliance within the attached Candidate Information Pack or by visiting our careers website: www.careers.northerncarealliance.nhs.uk

Person specification

Registration

• Registered Nurse with current NMC registration (Part 1 Adult / General Level 1 or 2)

Qualifications

• Degree / Diploma in Nursing studies or equivalent
• Respiratory Diploma/Degree, qualification in COPD or Teaching & Assessing

Experience

• Experience of working with both acute and chronic respiratory patients
• Responsible for an area of care including assessment, planning and implementation of care
• Supervision of Junior members of staff
• Ability to travel to different geographical locations across the Trust footprint in line with service needs
• Clinical experience in primary/community care
• Knowledge of community/primary care service, support and networks
• Full UK driving license with willingness to use own car for work purposes

The NCA is proud to serve a diverse population and is committed to delivering inclusive, accessible care. We value individuality and aim to build a workforce that reflects the communities we serve. Applications are welcomed from individuals of all backgrounds, identities, and beliefs.

We also warmly welcome applications from serving and former members of the Armed Forces community and their families. Please indicate on your application form if you are a member of the Armed Forces community to be considered under our guaranteed interview scheme, subject to meeting the essential criteria for the role.

As a Disability Confident Employer, we are committed to offering a guaranteed interview to disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the post.

If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please contact the Recruitment Team at [e-mail]

Vacancies may close before the advertised closing date if a high volume of applications are received or where an internal redeployee has been identified.

For fixed‑term roles, current NHS staff will be considered for secondments, while fixed‑term contracts will be offered to external (non‑NHS) applicants.

If you are applying for an internal secondment opportunity, we strongly encourage you to discuss this with your line manager before submitting your application. Any secondment offer will be subject to management agreement and the needs of your substantive service. Where release cannot be supported, the secondment may unfortunately be unable to proceed.

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