Respiratory Nurse Specialist inCumbran inCumbran PUBLISHED TUE 12 NOV 2024

Band 6: £37,898 to £45,637 a year per annum pro rata PERMANENT GOOD SALARY

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Aneurin Bevan University Health Board rHiUNWko

Aneurin Bevan University Health Board is seeking a full-time Band 6 Respiratory Nurse Specialist to join their dedicated respiratory nursing team in Cumbran. The role involves delivering high-quality, safe care to patients with respiratory conditions and those requiring home oxygen therapy, focusing on providing care closer to home. The successful candidate will work in both patients' homes and clinic settings, collaborating with healthcare professionals to advocate for evidence-based practice and preventative healthcare, while also supporting pulmonary rehabilitation and performing spirometry as needed.

The ideal candidate will possess a strong commitment to patient-centered service delivery and demonstrate leadership abilities in nursing practice. They will also provide specialized nursing knowledge and support to colleagues while advising patients and their families on managing long-term respiratory conditions. Proficiency in Welsh is desirable, but candidates fluent in either Welsh or English are encouraged to apply.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a full time band 6 Specialist nurse to join our dynamic, caring and professional respiratory nursing team.

Working in the primary and community care setting, the successful candidate will be expected to work across the health board and will be responsible for delivering safe, high quality care to patients with respiratory conditions and/or those requiring home oxygen, with the aim of providing that care closer to home.

The successful candidate will work alongside a team of specialist Nurses for those patients with respiratory conditions and oxygen at home.

Working across the health board in the primary and community care setting, the successful candidate will work both in patients homes and clinic setting. Working collaboratively to provide safe, timely care closer to home, the post holder will be responsible for the delivery of high quality nursing practice focusing on the delivery of evidence based practice for respiratory patients and the provision of preventative health care.

The post holder will provide specialist nursing knowledge support to other health care professionals and provide advice for patients and their family with long term respiratory conditions and those requiring home oxygen therapy. Working across the health board they will also support pulmonary rehabilitation and undertake spirometry were required within their role.

In addition, they will support the delivery of policy and procedures, and provide nurse leadership as required.

The desired candidate will have a passion for safe, high quality service delivery , putting the patient at the centre of care delivery.

If you have these qualities and are keen to develop we would love to hear from you

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.

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Working as a Respiratory Nurse Specialist in the UK requires a blend of clinical, technical, and interpersonal skills. Here are the key skills needed:

1. Clinical Knowledge: A strong understanding of respiratory conditions such as asthma, COPD, pneumonia, lung cancer, and other pulmonary diseases is essential.

2. Assessment Skills: Proficiency in conducting thorough assessments and interpreting diagnostic tests related to respiratory health, including pulmonary function tests and blood gas analysis.

3. Advanced Clinical Skills: Experience in advanced clinical procedures such as nebulisation, oxygen therapy, and possibly more specialized interventions like CPAP or BiPAP management.

4. Critical Thinking and Decision-Making: Ability to analyze patient information effectively and make informed decisions regarding care plans and interventions.

5. Patient Education: Skills in educating patients and their families about respiratory conditions, treatments, and self-management strategies to improve their quality of life.

6. Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills to interact with patients, families, and multidisciplinary teams effectively.

7. Compassion and Empathy: The ability to provide compassionate care and support to patients dealing with chronic respiratory issues, which can significantly affect their emotional well-being.

8. Teamwork and Collaboration: Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary health care team, including doctors, physiotherapists, occupational therapists, and other healthcare professionals.

9. Management Skills: For those in specialized or leadership roles, skills in managing a team, overseeing projects, and developing patient care protocols may be required.

10. Commitment to Continuous Learning: Awareness of the latest research, treatments, and technologies related to respiratory care, and a commitment to ongoing professional development.

11. Organizational Skills: Strong organizational abilities to manage a caseload, prioritize patient needs, and coordinate care effectively.

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Respiratory Nurse Specialist inCumbran inCumbran PUBLISHED TUE 12 NOV 2024

Aneurin Bevan University Health Board rHiUNWko

About us You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.

About us
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.