Respiratory Nurse Specialist
Location
Epsom, England, United Kingdom
Posted At
8/4/2025
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Description
Band 7 Main area Respiratory Medicine Grade Band 7 Contract Permanent Hours Full time - 37.5 hours per week Job ref 343-7347220-RB-SK Site Epsom General Hospital Town Epsom Salary £53,751 - £60,651 pa Inclusive of HCAS Salary period Yearly Closing 08/08/2025 23:59
The statutory requirement to be fully Covid-19 vaccinated as a condition of employment from April 2022 is subject to legislative review.
The successful applicant may have contact with vulnerable service users and we will therefore seek proof of being fully vaccinated or exemption during the recruitment process.
As an NHS Trust we strongly encourage and support vaccination uptake as this remains the best line of defence against COVID19.
Job Overview
As part of a rapidly expanding service an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic Nurse has arisen to join our Respiratory Care team. Working as part of our highly effective Multidisciplinary team across both hospital sites the post holder will support the team to provide a seamless service for people with a wide range of Respiratory diseases including Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease, Asthma , pleural and Interstitial lung diseases. Working across all aspects of care delivery in both the acute setting and outpatient clinics the post holder will deliver a wide range of services and support continued improvements and developments in respiratory care for patients.
The successful candidate must be capable of working autonomously to provide evidence based interventions to patients, demonstrating expert clinical skills and knowledge whilst promoting patient focused care .You will need to be a highly motivated individual with good interdisciplinary team-working skills. Excellent communication skills are essential to provide professional specialist clinical support and education to medical and nursing staff in relation to respiratory disorders The post holder must be able to initiate and undertake clinical audit and utilise an agreed service plan.
Whilst we are looking for an experienced registered nurse, applicants with less experience would be encouraged as a developmental post and appropriate clinical support or training would be provided.
Main duties of the job
As a member of the Respiratory Team the post holder will provide a quality specialist service to respiratory patients based on researched clinical practice. He/she will act as specialist nurse to patients with chronic lung disease and a specialist resource to both primary and secondary care services contributing to the development of strategic plans and policies for services aimed at patients with chronic lung diseases.
the Postholder will be expected to
ESTH Respiratory Care team is a multidisciplinary service which provides a wide range of services for patients with Respiratory conditions. Working across all aspects of care delivery in both the acute setting and outpatient clinics the post holder will deliver a wide range of services and support continued improvements and developments in respiratory care for patients. The service actively promotes personal developments and the trust encourages further training. The team promotes inclusion of all team members and participation to develop services for our patients.
Detailed Job Description And Main Responsibilities
Please see the attached supporting document which contains more information about the Respiratory Nurse Specialist Nursing role at Epsom and St Helier
Person specification Nursing qualification Essential criteria
Theres never been a better time to join the Epsom and St Helier team. Our hospitals are facing a bright and busy future, and our staff have a proven track record in providing high quality, compassionate care for our patients.
Boasting incredible staff benefits and dedicated training schemes, working for us will not only take your career forward, but could help to transform the lives of our patients and visitors.
We offer all employees some fantastic staff benefits, and are the only hospitals in Surrey to offer staff the London high cost area supplement. Our hospitals also benefit from great locations, so whether you're attracted to the bright lights of the city or the countryside of Epsom Downs, both are within easy reach.
FURTHER INFORMATION
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The statutory requirement to be fully Covid-19 vaccinated as a condition of employment from April 2022 is subject to legislative review.
The successful applicant may have contact with vulnerable service users and we will therefore seek proof of being fully vaccinated or exemption during the recruitment process.
As an NHS Trust we strongly encourage and support vaccination uptake as this remains the best line of defence against COVID19.
Job Overview
As part of a rapidly expanding service an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic Nurse has arisen to join our Respiratory Care team. Working as part of our highly effective Multidisciplinary team across both hospital sites the post holder will support the team to provide a seamless service for people with a wide range of Respiratory diseases including Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease, Asthma , pleural and Interstitial lung diseases. Working across all aspects of care delivery in both the acute setting and outpatient clinics the post holder will deliver a wide range of services and support continued improvements and developments in respiratory care for patients.
The successful candidate must be capable of working autonomously to provide evidence based interventions to patients, demonstrating expert clinical skills and knowledge whilst promoting patient focused care .You will need to be a highly motivated individual with good interdisciplinary team-working skills. Excellent communication skills are essential to provide professional specialist clinical support and education to medical and nursing staff in relation to respiratory disorders The post holder must be able to initiate and undertake clinical audit and utilise an agreed service plan.
Whilst we are looking for an experienced registered nurse, applicants with less experience would be encouraged as a developmental post and appropriate clinical support or training would be provided.
Main duties of the job
As a member of the Respiratory Team the post holder will provide a quality specialist service to respiratory patients based on researched clinical practice. He/she will act as specialist nurse to patients with chronic lung disease and a specialist resource to both primary and secondary care services contributing to the development of strategic plans and policies for services aimed at patients with chronic lung diseases.
the Postholder will be expected to
- Be a full member of the Respiratory Specialist Multidisciplinary Team .
- Be recognised as an expert in their field holding additional specialist knowledge and experience.
- Provide leadership in clinical practice for the professional team and peers, and ensuring effective learning experience for students through provision of an educational environment Working as a competent, autonomous clinical nurse specialist.
- Contribute to the provision of an effective respiratory nurse specialist service ensuring delivery that is sensitive to patient need, innovative and meets defined standards.
- Work closely with the Respiratory team, ensuring maximum effectiveness in helping to plan and develop future services.
ESTH Respiratory Care team is a multidisciplinary service which provides a wide range of services for patients with Respiratory conditions. Working across all aspects of care delivery in both the acute setting and outpatient clinics the post holder will deliver a wide range of services and support continued improvements and developments in respiratory care for patients. The service actively promotes personal developments and the trust encourages further training. The team promotes inclusion of all team members and participation to develop services for our patients.
Detailed Job Description And Main Responsibilities
Please see the attached supporting document which contains more information about the Respiratory Nurse Specialist Nursing role at Epsom and St Helier
Person specification Nursing qualification Essential criteria
- First level registration ? Evidence of post registration education ? Previous experience in a Respiratory nurse specialist role.
- 1 st level Degree or working towards a 1 st level Degree Non medical prescriber registration
- /Minimum 3-4 years post registration experience. ?/Highly developed clinical skills with the respiratory specialty ? In depth knowledge & experience of working in respiratory care and specifically chronic obstructive airways disease and asthma.
- Teaching experience /Experience in Change management/
- Demonstrate a good knowledge of respiratory care. ? Ability to work in multi professional setting. ? Ability to work independently and as a member of a team ? Good written and verbal presentation skills ? Good prioritising and organisational skills
- Autonomous working Supervising junior members of a team
- Self motivated and enthusiastic in approach ? Flexible ? Put the patient first by being happy, helpful, caring, respectful and patient ? Always taking opportunities to improve, encouraging excellence ? Work as one team communicate, collaborate and share
- self motivated learning
Theres never been a better time to join the Epsom and St Helier team. Our hospitals are facing a bright and busy future, and our staff have a proven track record in providing high quality, compassionate care for our patients.
Boasting incredible staff benefits and dedicated training schemes, working for us will not only take your career forward, but could help to transform the lives of our patients and visitors.
We offer all employees some fantastic staff benefits, and are the only hospitals in Surrey to offer staff the London high cost area supplement. Our hospitals also benefit from great locations, so whether you're attracted to the bright lights of the city or the countryside of Epsom Downs, both are within easy reach.
FURTHER INFORMATION
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