Job summary
Are you looking for a nursing role that gives you the opportunity to broaden your knowledge and skills in Respiratory Medicine?
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Respiratory Specialist Nurse, to work within the Enhanced Respiratory Service in Heywood, Middleton and Rochdale as part of the wider Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust.
We are seeking a registered professional with appropriate experience in respiratory care who can demonstrate your commitment, enthusiasm and drive to develop your own clinical, managerial and team working skills..
You must be able to communicate effectively at all levels, work autonomously and be able to demonstrate effective teamwork. You will provide high quality care in an appropriate and timely manner which is responsive to patients need whilst adhering to recognised policies and guidelines.
The 7/7 service provides:
- Pulmonary Rehabilitation / long covid rehabilitation
- Early supported discharge
- Admission avoidance
- Community clinics
- Education and Teaching for the wider HMR workforce.
A full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle is essential.
Part time hours considered, minimum 30 hours per week.
Main duties of the job
You will need to be enthusiastic, motivated and an appropriately experienced practitioner in respiratory. You will need to be a registered nurse who can demonstrate your commitment, enthusiasm and drive to develop your own clinical, managerial and team working skills within the service.
You must be able to communicate effectively at all levels, work autonomously and be able to demonstrate effective teamwork. You will provide high quality care in an appropriate and timely manner which is responsive to patient needs whilst adhering to recognised policies and guidelines.You will be supported through regular team meetings, 1-1 sessions, ongoing education with access to a professional team of nurses, AHPs and consultants to provide mentorship and support.In short we are looking for a committed individual with the following attributes:o Registered Adult Nurseo Extensive previous experience in respiratory care.o Evidence of post registration training in respiratory careo A desire to learn and develop clinical skills and knowledge across all aspects of respiratory diseaseo Excellent standards of care and a positive attitude to managing change and developing services.o Ability to communicate and work collaboratively with patient's carers and other members of the multi-disciplinary team.A full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle is essential.
About us
Rochdale Care Organisation is part of the Northern Care Alliance, one of the largest NHS organisations in the country. A place destined to be different. Rochdale puts co-operation and co-design at the forefront of its health and social care. This is the place with community based integrated care at its heart. Rochdale Infirmary, and the adult and children's community services across Heywood Middleton and Rochdale, consists of professionals from health, social and voluntary sectors. A place leading the way in life-enhancing, integrated care.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities please open the Job Description and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading. You can also read more information about working at the Northern Care Alliance within the attached Candidate Information Pack or by visiting our careers website: www.careers.northerncarealliance.nhs.uk
If you are an International Nurse without a current NMC PIN, please do not apply for this role. To find out more about the current international nursing opportunities available to you here at the NCA, please contact InternationalNursing.OSCE@nca.nhs.uk
Job description
Job responsibilities
To read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities please open the Job Description and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading. You can also read more information about working at the Northern Care Alliance within the attached Candidate Information Pack or by visiting our careers website: www.careers.northerncarealliance.nhs.uk
If you are an International Nurse without a current NMC PIN, please do not apply for this role. To find out more about the current international nursing opportunities available to you here at the NCA, please contact InternationalNursing.OSCE@nca.nhs.uk
Person Specification
Registration
Essential
- RGN 1st level Registration
Essential Qualifications
Essential
- Registration with the NMC
Desirable
- Respiratory Diploma/Degree, qualification in COPD or Teaching and Assessing
Experience
Essential
- Substantial post registration experience
- Experience of working with both acute and chronic respiratory patients
- Responsible for an area of care including assessment, planning and implementation of care
- Supervision of Junior members of staff
Desirable
- Clinical experience in primary/community care
- Knowledge of community/primary care service, support and networks
Person Specification
Registration
Essential
- RGN 1st level Registration
Essential Qualifications
Essential
- Registration with the NMC
Desirable
- Respiratory Diploma/Degree, qualification in COPD or Teaching and Assessing
Experience
Essential
- Substantial post registration experience
- Experience of working with both acute and chronic respiratory patients
- Responsible for an area of care including assessment, planning and implementation of care
- Supervision of Junior members of staff
Desirable
- Clinical experience in primary/community care
- Knowledge of community/primary care service, support and networks
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).