Job summary
To support the Sleep service.
To provide treatment for Obstructive Sleep Apnoea patients.
To support the patient in managing their condition with appropriate equipment e.g. CPAP
To perform sleep studies and respiratory investigations on referred patients under the supervision of the Chest Physicians.
To act as a resource to all members of staff in relation to Sleep Apnoea.
To maintain accurate health records and follow up for patients.
The department will work flexibly and incorporate new treatments in line with best practice guidance.
Main duties of the job
- Post holder must be aware of and adhere to Code of Professional Conduct.
- To act as a resource / adviser in the promotion of health and prevention of illness.
- Act as a resource advisor to patients and staff ensuring continuous provision of evidence based care.
- To participate in developing protocols, standard setting and clinical audits within the framework of quality assurance.
- To participate in implementing and evaluating relevant research findings in the care and management of Sleep Apnoea.
- Initiate audit to promote evidenced based change in practice.
- To maintain accurate records in line with the trust policies.
About us
At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always put the Patient First. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of Staff Networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We're proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) and a Veteran Aware Trust.
We treat our patients and staff with the same compassion and empathy we expect for ourselves. We're here for them when they need us, and we go above and beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in ourWellbeing Programme for staff which is extensive and designed to support you when you need it, including where possible, flexible working to support work life balance - because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves.
As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching and training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us and throughout your career we will help you to grow and develop. We hope that in choosing UHSussex you are choosing a long and happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make and feel valued for all that you do.
We look forward to receiving your application and the start of your journey with UHSussex.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- Work alongside the Respiratory Consultants to provide and co-ordinate a Specialist Sleep Health Advice / Apnoea service.
- Undertake and develop a nurse-led CPAP clinic for review of patients who are established on CPAP and manage the case load effectively.
- Setting patients up on CPAP with their consent, performing CPAP titration, supporting patients using CPAP and assessing compliance, download and interpret results from machine.
- To instruct the patient in the use of a sleep study machine, organising and carrying out overnight sleep studies, (overnight oximetry, and overnight multi-channel sleep studies).
- To educate patients in order for them to make informed decisions regarding the management of their condition.
- Providing support and relevant education to patients with sleep related disorders.
- To produce an individual care plan, to undertake a full clinical and social assessment of the patient.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- Work alongside the Respiratory Consultants to provide and co-ordinate a Specialist Sleep Health Advice / Apnoea service.
- Undertake and develop a nurse-led CPAP clinic for review of patients who are established on CPAP and manage the case load effectively.
- Setting patients up on CPAP with their consent, performing CPAP titration, supporting patients using CPAP and assessing compliance, download and interpret results from machine.
- To instruct the patient in the use of a sleep study machine, organising and carrying out overnight sleep studies, (overnight oximetry, and overnight multi-channel sleep studies).
- To educate patients in order for them to make informed decisions regarding the management of their condition.
- Providing support and relevant education to patients with sleep related disorders.
- To produce an individual care plan, to undertake a full clinical and social assessment of the patient.
Person Specification
Professional Registration
Essential
- 1st. level Current N.M.C. Registration ENB998 or equivalent OR Diploma in Professional Practice or Bsc Clinical physiology or Bsc physiotherapy and registration with the HPC
Desirable
- Specialist qualification ie: ARTP Basic Course and the Advanced course in Sleep Breathing Disorders Working towards a Degree
Experience/Qualifications
Essential
- Specialist knowledge of a range of respiratory conditions, especially sleep disorders
Desirable
SKills
Essential
- Good interpersonal and communication skills
- Good time management skills
- Professional manner
Desirable
Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion
Essential
- Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles
- Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues
Person Specification
Professional Registration
Essential
- 1st. level Current N.M.C. Registration ENB998 or equivalent OR Diploma in Professional Practice or Bsc Clinical physiology or Bsc physiotherapy and registration with the HPC
Desirable
- Specialist qualification ie: ARTP Basic Course and the Advanced course in Sleep Breathing Disorders Working towards a Degree
Experience/Qualifications
Essential
- Specialist knowledge of a range of respiratory conditions, especially sleep disorders
Desirable
SKills
Essential
- Good interpersonal and communication skills
- Good time management skills
- Professional manner
Desirable
Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion
Essential
- Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles
- Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues
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).
