Job summary
We are seeking an experienced Respiratory Nurse to join our inpatient nursing team. We care for a wide variety of acutely ill patients.
You will work alongside a dedicated consultant team and with patients on non-invasive ventilation, CPAP, Optiflow management and tracheostomy care. You will work with DRAS, Lung Cancer and TB services.
You will provide respiratory nursing care to complex patients and to lead by example in delivering compassionate and first class quality care. A good level of understanding and demonstration of respiratory medicine is an advantage.
You will be required to take charge of the ward and lead a team of our junior staff with their learning and developmental needs.
Our dedicated clinical leads and our PDN will provide support, training and encouragement alongside clinical supervision if required to enhance your training, learning and professional career.
We will expect you to work flexibly but if needed the support of a flexible working plan could be discussed.
Main duties of the job
The post holder is responsible for the management of the nursing unit / department during the shift, including the organisation of the nursing unit / department activities and the management of staff and resources. The post holder will support the Lead Nurse and Matron in developing and monitoring services and the quality of care experienced by patients. The post holder should have a specialist interest in developing their knowledge in the care of patients with acute medical and respiratory conditions.
About us
At the Dudley Group our patients and staff are at the heart of all that we do and that is to provide a world class service that aligns with our vision of "excellent health care, improved health for all". We are seeking to recruit staff who share our vision and values of making Dudley Group an incredible workplace.
As part of the NHS People Promise, your wellbeing is our priority, and we are committed to ensuring our employees achieve a healthy work-life balance supported by ourflexible working optionsand by making reasonable adjustments where possible. We believe no-one should have to sacrifice family, friends, or their personal interests for work. We are a modern employer able to attract and retain high quality staff through our commitment to the NHS People Promise.
As an employer, we foster an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued, supported, and empowered to contribute their best. We want to ensure that our workforce is representative of the population we serve. More information -inclusive practice people promise.
Dudley Group offer many opportunities for our staff to develop and grow within their roles through our Learning & OD Team. These include topics such as communication, wellbeing, team development, cultural competency, and values.
Please click below to view our EDI page:Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion - The Dudley Group NHS Foundation Trust (dgft.nhs.uk)
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the attached job description for full details of the main duties and responsibilities that the post holder is required to undertake.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the attached job description for full details of the main duties and responsibilities that the post holder is required to undertake.
Person Specification
Knowledge & Training
Desirable
- Evidence of undertaking Band 6 Development Course or working towards.
- Evidence of professional development and regular study since qualification.
Qualification & Education
Essential
- Adult Nurse Registration with NMC.
- Evidence of undertaking a recognised course of study in teaching and assessing.
- Evidence of undertaking a recognised course in respiratory care/ deteriorating patient
- Educated to degree level or demonstrate experience of operating at this level.
Analytical & Judgement skills
Essential
- Demonstrates attention to detail
Communication & Relationship skills
Essential
- Skilled practitioner who can act as a role model.
- Ability to work within a team and develop others.
- Demonstrates respect for patient dignity.
- Able to cope with distressing or emotional circumstances.
- Able to cope with some unpredictable work patterns and changing circumstances.
- Effective communication skills, written & verbal
Experience
Essential
- Substantial respiratory nursing experience.
- Experience of regularly managing a team of staff and other resources during shifts, within the acute setting.
- Experience of close liaison with members of multidisciplinary team.
- Effective leadership skills.
- Evidence of having developed team working skills.
- Computer literate.
- Evidence of having implemented team work practices
- Knowledge of effective people management practices.
Desirable
- Developed and implemented safe systems of work to ensure health and safety of staff, patients and visitors.
- Knowledge of clinical audit and effectiveness systems.
Physical Skills
Essential
- Able to work flexibly e.g. shift work.
Person Specification
Knowledge & Training
Desirable
- Evidence of undertaking Band 6 Development Course or working towards.
- Evidence of professional development and regular study since qualification.
Qualification & Education
Essential
- Adult Nurse Registration with NMC.
- Evidence of undertaking a recognised course of study in teaching and assessing.
- Evidence of undertaking a recognised course in respiratory care/ deteriorating patient
- Educated to degree level or demonstrate experience of operating at this level.
Analytical & Judgement skills
Essential
- Demonstrates attention to detail
Communication & Relationship skills
Essential
- Skilled practitioner who can act as a role model.
- Ability to work within a team and develop others.
- Demonstrates respect for patient dignity.
- Able to cope with distressing or emotional circumstances.
- Able to cope with some unpredictable work patterns and changing circumstances.
- Effective communication skills, written & verbal
Experience
Essential
- Substantial respiratory nursing experience.
- Experience of regularly managing a team of staff and other resources during shifts, within the acute setting.
- Experience of close liaison with members of multidisciplinary team.
- Effective leadership skills.
- Evidence of having developed team working skills.
- Computer literate.
- Evidence of having implemented team work practices
- Knowledge of effective people management practices.
Desirable
- Developed and implemented safe systems of work to ensure health and safety of staff, patients and visitors.
- Knowledge of clinical audit and effectiveness systems.
Physical Skills
Essential
- Able to work flexibly e.g. shift work.
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).
