Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join our innovative and forward-thinking Respiratory Services as we expand our highly regarded team to deliver an Acute Respiratory Virtual Ward. With newly secured funding, we are seeking a motivated and experienced Band 6 Clinical Nurse Specialist / Practitioner to play a key role in shaping and delivering high-quality respiratory care across East Berkshire.
This is a fantastic opportunity to work within a supportive, multidisciplinary team providing patient-centred care in the community and hospital settings.
Main duties of the job
You will deliver specialist respiratory assessment and intervention for patients with a wide range of acute and chronic respiratory conditions. Working collaboratively with nurses, physiotherapists, nursing associates, associate practitioners, technicians and administrative colleagues, you will contribute to the development of holistic, evidence-based management plans tailored to individual patient needs.
The role involves assessing patients with complex physical and psychological presentations, planning and implementing personalised treatment programmes, and supporting the wider team in delivering safe, effective care.
A strong understanding of respiratory disease management is essential, including knowledge of local and national guidance relating to:
A special interest in COPD would be advantageous.
About us
Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust is committed to being an inclusive and disability confident employer and has been awarded the Gold for the Armed Forces Employment Recognition Scheme. We provide first class development opportunities for all staff and have a wide range of professional, management and leadership, and clinical skills training available.
Here at Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust, we know how important it is to have a healthy work life balance; this benefits not only individuals but the patients we care for too.
We encourage applications from people who wish to work on a flexible basis, recognising that flexibility may mean a range of different working patterns and hours, we do our utmost to work with our staff to meet their needs and the needs of our service and its users.
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Job description
Job responsibilities
This role is based in Windsor, covering East Berkshire, with inpatient care delivered at Wexham Park Hospital.
What We Offer
This is a demanding yet highly rewarding position that will broaden your clinical expertise and enhance your professional portfolio. You will benefit from:
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A comprehensive induction programme
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Ongoing professional development and training opportunities
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Supportive leadership within two organisations rated Good and Outstanding by the CQC
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The opportunity to contribute to the development of an evolving seven-day service
The post is primarily Monday to Friday, 9am5pm, with future plans to expand service provision.
For a full list of responsibilities and tasks associated with this role, please refer to the job description/person specification attached to this vacancy.
Job description
Job responsibilities
This role is based in Windsor, covering East Berkshire, with inpatient care delivered at Wexham Park Hospital.
What We Offer
This is a demanding yet highly rewarding position that will broaden your clinical expertise and enhance your professional portfolio. You will benefit from:
-
A comprehensive induction programme
-
Ongoing professional development and training opportunities
-
Supportive leadership within two organisations rated Good and Outstanding by the CQC
-
The opportunity to contribute to the development of an evolving seven-day service
The post is primarily Monday to Friday, 9am5pm, with future plans to expand service provision.
For a full list of responsibilities and tasks associated with this role, please refer to the job description/person specification attached to this vacancy.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse - Part 1,2,12.
- First degree in nursing, or demonstrable experience at this level
- Teaching / assessment programme
- Relevant specialist post basic programme in respiratory / experience or relevant community nursing qualification
Desirable
- Diploma/ degree in respiratory care (COPD / Asthma) or willing to complete
Experience
Essential
- Relevant clinical experience in the same or related specialty OR recent clinical experience in the acute or community setting
- Degree in nursing, or demonstrable experience at this level
- Teaching/assessment programme
Desirable
- Previous community nursing experience
- CBG / ABG interpretation
Skills & Knowledge
Essential
- Demonstrates up to date knowledge in general nursing
- Knowledge of the COPD and asthma outcomes strategy, NICE & BTS guidelines
- Clinical knowledge & skills in respiratory care
- Able to work autonomously and within a team.
- Evidence of continuing professional development
- Previous experience of formal / informal teaching of patients & staff
- Demonstrates skilled written and verbal communication skills.
- Keyboard and word processing skills
- Commitment to multidisciplinary working
Desirable
- Experience of applying research evidence to clinical practice
- Presentation and teaching experience
- Advanced clinical assessment skills
- Knowledge of blood gas interpretation
Special requirements
Essential
- Full driving licence and access to a car for use to travel across sites and perform domiciliary visits
- Willing to be able to work weekends and unsocial hours
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse - Part 1,2,12.
- First degree in nursing, or demonstrable experience at this level
- Teaching / assessment programme
- Relevant specialist post basic programme in respiratory / experience or relevant community nursing qualification
Desirable
- Diploma/ degree in respiratory care (COPD / Asthma) or willing to complete
Experience
Essential
- Relevant clinical experience in the same or related specialty OR recent clinical experience in the acute or community setting
- Degree in nursing, or demonstrable experience at this level
- Teaching/assessment programme
Desirable
- Previous community nursing experience
- CBG / ABG interpretation
Skills & Knowledge
Essential
- Demonstrates up to date knowledge in general nursing
- Knowledge of the COPD and asthma outcomes strategy, NICE & BTS guidelines
- Clinical knowledge & skills in respiratory care
- Able to work autonomously and within a team.
- Evidence of continuing professional development
- Previous experience of formal / informal teaching of patients & staff
- Demonstrates skilled written and verbal communication skills.
- Keyboard and word processing skills
- Commitment to multidisciplinary working
Desirable
- Experience of applying research evidence to clinical practice
- Presentation and teaching experience
- Advanced clinical assessment skills
- Knowledge of blood gas interpretation
Special requirements
Essential
- Full driving licence and access to a car for use to travel across sites and perform domiciliary visits
- Willing to be able to work weekends and unsocial hours
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).
