Specialist Nurse (Respiratory)

NHS; Exeter; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

A healthcare provider is seeking a Specialist Respiratory Nurse to deliver expert care in respiratory medicine, working 15 hours a week, typically over two days. Responsibilities include patient reviews, collaboration with healthcare teams, and providing education to families. The role emphasizes inclusivity and diversity within the workplace.

Qualifications

• Registered nurse with specialist knowledge in respiratory care.
• Experience with home oxygen, ventilation, asthma, bronchiectasis, and COPD.
• Ability to provide education and advice to patients and families.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialist respiratory nursing care, including assessments.
• Review patients both in hospital and at home.
• Liaise with GPs and other healthcare professionals for patient management.

Skills

Specialist respiratory care

Patient assessment

Telephone advice

Liaison with healthcare professionals

Job description

Specialist Nurse (Respiratory)

The closing date is 18 November 2025

We are looking for a Specialist Respiratory Nurse to join our Respiratory Medicine team at Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust. This is a permanent, 15‑hour a week position (Monday to Friday, 2 days per week).

Main responsibilities

• Provide specialist respiratory nursing care, including home oxygen, home ventilation, severe asthma, bronchiectasis, TB, COPD and early supported discharge.
• Review patients on the ward, at home and in follow‑up clinics.
• Give telephone advice and education to patients and families.>
• Liaise with GPs and other healthcare professionals.
• Deliver evidence‑based management, advice and expertise across wards, outpatient clinics and community hospital sites.

Working pattern

Monday to Friday, 15 hours a week over two days.

Contact

For further information please contact Pilar Rodal Bravo, Clinical Nurse Manager for the Respiratory Specialist Nurses. Email: [e-mail]

Recruitment policy

Preference will be given to staff with Priority and 'At Risk' status, including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon.

The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust reserves the right to close vacancy when sufficient applications have been received.

As an inclusive employer, the Royal Devon values diversity and is committed to creating a culture of inclusivity where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential.