Portsmouth Hospitals University NHS Trust
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Specialist Nurse
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Job Opportunity: Band 6 COPD Specialist Nurse – Portsmouth Hospitals University NHS Trust
About Portsmouth Hospitals University NHS Trust
Portsmouth Hospitals University NHS Trust provides expert, compassionate care to our local community while leading national research and enabling education. Our Queen Alexandra Hospital is one of the largest on the south coast, employing over 8,700 staff, and we pride ourselves on delivering high-quality, patient-centred care.
We embrace diversity, hiring talented individuals from all backgrounds who share our commitment to excellence for patients, colleagues, and the community.
Job Title & Details
Position: Band 6 COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease) Specialist Nurse
- Salary: £39,959 – £48,117 per annum
- Hours: Full-time (37.5 hours per week)
- Contract: 2 temporary 12-month terms
- Location: Portsmouth Hospitals University NHS Trust, UK
About the Role
Are you a healthcare professional eager to gain experience in COPD management while contributing to a dynamic care team? If so, this is a fantastic opportunity to help deliver high-quality, patient-centred care and make a real difference.
The COPD Specialist Team at Portsmouth Hospital is staffed by a Band 7 Team Lead CNS and Band 6 CNS. Currently, they manage approximately 1,200 annual admissions for acute COPD exacerbations.
Key Responsibilities
Your role will include:
- Reviewing acute COPD admissions within 24 hours of admission.
- Delivering a tailored COPD care bundle to optimise patient outcomes and reduce readmissions.
- Working alongside the Respiratory Virtual Team to:
- Identify patients for early supported discharge.
- Coordinate daily virtual welfare checks for patients on the virtual ward.
- Support direct admissions to respiratory wards.
- Providing care across multiple settings:
- Emergency Department
- Acute Medical Unit
- Medical Wards
- Respiratory Wards
- Respiratory High Care
- Respiratory Outpatients
- Building collaborative relationships with specialist respiratory services (including asthma, bronchiectasis, TB, NIV, and sleep medicine).
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This role offers unparalleled learning opportunities in advanced COPD management and exposure to broader respiratory specialities.
Requirements
Essential Qualifications & Experience
- Current registration with the Nursing & Midwifery Council (NMC) as a Registered Nurse (RN).
- A BSc degree in a relevant healthcare field.
- At least 2 years of post-registration experience, including minimum 4 years total clinical experience within a respiratory medicine environment.
Desirable Qualifications & Experience
- Master’s degree (preferably in respiratory medicine or healthcare leadership).
- Post-registration qualifications in respiratory medicine (if applicable).
Essential Skills & Knowledge
- Clinical competence in respiratory medicine.
- Strong clinical decision-making skills.
- Advanced communication and team-working abilities.
- Excellent organisational skills with an emphasis on forward planning.
- Demonstrated flexibility to adapt to varied patient needs.
- Strong critical appraisal and problem-solving approach.
- Excellent customer service—focused on patient care.
- IT proficiency for digital clinical documentation.
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Employer Benefits
Portsmouth Hospitals University NHS Trust places health and wellbeing at the core of our work, offering: ✅ On-site nursery to support working parents. ✅ Use of the Beach Hut (a free space for relaxing during summer). ✅ On-site Wellness Centre, featuring a gym and swimming pool. ✅ Access to diverse staff networks (LGBTQ+, Equality, DisAbility). ✅ Awards ceremonies to acknowledge outstanding staff contributions.
The Trust firmly values diverse backgrounds and perspectives, including: ✔ Education and experience ✔ Gender, race, ethnicity, and culture ✔ Age, veteran status, and beliefs ✔ Languages spoken ✔ Disability, sexual orientation
For more details, visit People & Organisational Development Strategy 2026.
Next Steps
If interested, please contact Consuela O’Leary for further enquiries via email: consuela.oleary@nhs.net
For full job specifics, refer to the enclosed job description.
Apply today and join a team dedicated to improving COPD care & reducing hospital readmissions.
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