Respiratory Specialist NurseNHS
Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a senior nurse to work within our sleep / respiratory specialist nurse team at South Tyneside and Sunderland Hospitals.
The sleep / respiratory nurse will work within the newly established nurse led sleep service team within our chest clinic, providing patient care as well as leading the management and care delivery for patients with sleep related breathing disorders, as well as those with conditions such as COPD, asthma, bronchiectisis and ILD. They will be a requirement to contribute to the ongoing development and delivery of nurse lead services for patients with sleep related breathing disorders.
We would expect the applicant to have 2 or more years respiratory experience preferably in sleep related breathing disorders and ventilation and have experience of CPAP therapy. They must have proven leadership skills with the clinical skills and non-medical prescriber qualifications or working towards this.
The successful candidate must be dynamic, highly motivated and a passionate individual who is committed to high quality patient care. Applicants must have a desire to build upon and share their knowledge with their colleagues who are willing to challenge and commit themselves to our sleep / respiratory service and have a desire to be part of our enthusiastic team. If this sounds like you, then please join us in providing an exceptional and high-quality service to our patients at South Tyneside and Sunderland.
Main duties of the job
The specialist nurse will
Continue to develop advanced knowledge and skills within specialist sphere of practice.
Contribute to the facilitation of the planning, delivery and evaluation of care pathways for a designated group of patients.
Support the development of nursing practice within the specialist field through the use of evidence-based practice and in line with agreed national standards and contribute to the body of nursing knowledge.
Work as an autonomous practitioner and team leader within their sphere of practice.
Continuously improve clinical standards in line with clinical governance framework.
Exercise accountability as set out in the NMC Code.
Lead the nurse led sleep service in the absence of the clinical lead.
Manage own caseload of complex sleep / respiratroy patients
Develop the sleep related breathing disorder service.
Offer clinical support to other memebrs of the team.
Traige referral and offer advice and guidance.
Involvement in HR and budget management of the service.
Offer lifestyle support for patients.
Participate in audit and research projects.
Involvement in the education of other health care professionals
Supervision and implementation of the CPAP group initiation service.
Job description
Please see attached job Description for full details
A specialist nurse is defined as a qualified nurse whose primary role is to provide care, guidance and support which is based on an advanced level of knowledge to patients, carers and health professionals concerning sleep related breathing disorders and respiratory conditions. The post holder will be a member of the nurse led sleep related breathing disorder team with commitment to assist the larger respiratory nursing team.
About us
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One Team One Trust - There are many reasons to work at our Trust. From our commitment to putting people first to our accessible services and award winning teams. We have a passion for research, innovation and tackling inequalities. We are committed to respect, fairness and civility and promote a compassionate, caring and positive culture / working environment.
We welcome all applications irrespective of peoples race, disability, gender, sexual orientation, religion/belief, age, gender identity, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy/maternity and in particular those from under- represented groups. Looking after our workforces health and wellbeing is a priority for us. We also provide access to high quality education, training, career progression and support. Flexible working is supported via our Flexible Working Policy.
The Trust employs around 8,746 people and provides a range of hospital services to a local community of around 430,000 residents. We also provide a range of more specialised services outside this area. We offer our staff outstanding benefits - Fitness Centre (SRH), libraries at both hospital sites, chaplaincy support and access to a Care Co-ordinator to help staff with childcare arrangements.If you use AI, and it poses a risk to the integrity of your individual recruitment process, we may withdraw your application at any stage of the process.