Respiratory Nurse Practitioner

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen at Moore Street Surgery for an experienced Respiratory Specialist Nurse Practitioner to join our team for 6 months with a possible view to an extension following review of the pilot.

Main duties of the job

We are looking to recruit an experienced Respiratory Specialist Nurse Practitioner, Band 7 or above. Considered applicants require to have a valid nursing qualification and registration with a relevant regulatory body and a minimum of 3 years experience in specialised respiratory medicine (mandatory). The successful candidate needs to be able to work as an autonomous practitioner and have advanced respiratory knowledge and excellent communication skills. In addition, the role requires supporting upskilling of the practice staff to raise standards of general care in COPD and asthma and to support QOF and LQC requirements. This post is a pilot project to enhance patient care and will be reviewed after 6 months with a view to extension. The post is a pilot project to enhance with the primary aim of addressing all aspects of patient management but particularly targeting a sub-group of patients deemed high risk with polypharmacy and/or recurrent admissions. The aim is to proactively educate patients and the clinical team at Moore Street alike. This post, as previously stated, can be undertaken alongside a current NHS post. Renumeration is dependent on experience but pay scale is £35-£40 per hour for 4-8 hours weekly.

About us

Moore Street Surgery is made up of the following team

• 2 GP Partners
• 1 Advanced Nurse Practitioner
• 1 Practice Nurse
• 2 Healthcare Assistants
• Large supportive admin and reception team

We have a current list size of 5,700 patients