Job summary
Shah Zaman Surgery is seeking a skilled General Practice Nurse to join our team one day a week, specialising in respiratory care. This is an exciting opportunity for a nurse with experience, knowledge, or formal qualifications in respiratory health to make a real impact on patient care. You will lead respiratory reviews and manage patients with chronic respiratory conditions, working closely with a supportive and collaborative team. This role is funded through the NHS DES Additional Roles Reimbursement Scheme (ARRS) under North Birmingham PCN, offering professional development, exposure to best practice, and the chance to use your specialist skills to improve patient outcomes.
Main duties of the job
In this role, you will lead respiratory reviews, assess and monitor patients with chronic respiratory conditions, and provide education and support to help patients manage their conditions effectively. You will work closely with GPs and the wider team to deliver high-quality, evidence-based respiratory care. Your specialist knowledge will be key in ensuring patients receive tailored, safe, and effective treatment while helping the practice deliver excellent outcomes for the local community.
About us
Shah Zaman Surgery is a long-standing, patient-focused GP practice based in Castle Vale, serving a diverse and dynamic community. We are part of the North Birmingham PCN and are committed to delivering high-quality, accessible care to improve health outcomes locally.
Our practice team is collaborative, supportive, and committed to maintaining a positive working culture. We value open communication, mutual respect, and shared responsibility, ensuring all staff feel part of a cohesive team. Professional development is encouraged, with opportunities to expand skills and grow within the role.
By joining Shah Zaman Surgery, you will be part of a welcoming and inclusive workplace where your contribution will directly benefit patients. We pride ourselves on integrated working and delivering services that are safe, effective, and responsive to the needs of our community.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Job Title: General Practice Nurse Respiratory Specialism
Location: Shah Zaman Surgery, North Birmingham PCN
Contract: 1 day per week, funded under NHS DES Additional Roles Reimbursement Scheme (ARRS)
About the Role:
Shah Zaman Surgery is seeking an experienced General Practice Nurse with specialist knowledge, skills, or qualifications in respiratory care. This is a unique opportunity to make a significant impact on patient care, focusing on chronic respiratory conditions such as asthma, COPD, and other long-term respiratory illnesses. The role is contracted for one day a week and is funded through the NHS DES Additional Roles Reimbursement Scheme (ARRS) under North Birmingham PCN.
Key Responsibilities:
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Conduct and lead respiratory reviews for patients with chronic conditions.
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Assess, monitor, and manage patients with respiratory illnesses, providing evidence-based care.
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Provide education, guidance, and self-management support to patients and their families.
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Collaborate with GPs, practice nurses, and other members of the primary care team to deliver integrated care.
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Contribute specialist knowledge to improve patient outcomes and support clinical decision-making.
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Maintain accurate and confidential patient records in line with practice policies and professional standards.
Person Specification / Skills & Qualifications:
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Registered General Nurse (RGN) with current NMC registration.
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Demonstrable experience in respiratory care or management of long-term conditions.
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Additional respiratory qualifications (e.g., asthma/COPD certification) are highly desirable.
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Strong communication and interpersonal skills to engage with patients and colleagues.
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Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
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Commitment to high-quality patient care and continuous professional development.
What We Offer:
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A supportive, friendly, and professional working environment.
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Opportunity to work within a collaborative, forward-thinking team.
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Exposure to best practice within primary care and chronic disease management.
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Flexible working arrangement for one day a week (depending on room availability).
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Opportunity to make a meaningful difference to patient care in the local community.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Job Title: General Practice Nurse Respiratory Specialism
Location: Shah Zaman Surgery, North Birmingham PCN
Contract: 1 day per week, funded under NHS DES Additional Roles Reimbursement Scheme (ARRS)
About the Role:
Shah Zaman Surgery is seeking an experienced General Practice Nurse with specialist knowledge, skills, or qualifications in respiratory care. This is a unique opportunity to make a significant impact on patient care, focusing on chronic respiratory conditions such as asthma, COPD, and other long-term respiratory illnesses. The role is contracted for one day a week and is funded through the NHS DES Additional Roles Reimbursement Scheme (ARRS) under North Birmingham PCN.
Key Responsibilities:
-
Conduct and lead respiratory reviews for patients with chronic conditions.
-
Assess, monitor, and manage patients with respiratory illnesses, providing evidence-based care.
-
Provide education, guidance, and self-management support to patients and their families.
-
Collaborate with GPs, practice nurses, and other members of the primary care team to deliver integrated care.
-
Contribute specialist knowledge to improve patient outcomes and support clinical decision-making.
-
Maintain accurate and confidential patient records in line with practice policies and professional standards.
Person Specification / Skills & Qualifications:
-
Registered General Nurse (RGN) with current NMC registration.
-
Demonstrable experience in respiratory care or management of long-term conditions.
-
Additional respiratory qualifications (e.g., asthma/COPD certification) are highly desirable.
-
Strong communication and interpersonal skills to engage with patients and colleagues.
-
Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
-
Commitment to high-quality patient care and continuous professional development.
What We Offer:
-
A supportive, friendly, and professional working environment.
-
Opportunity to work within a collaborative, forward-thinking team.
-
Exposure to best practice within primary care and chronic disease management.
-
Flexible working arrangement for one day a week (depending on room availability).
-
Opportunity to make a meaningful difference to patient care in the local community.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse on the NMC register.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse on the NMC register.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).