NELFT NHS Foundation Trust
Respiratory Nurse
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An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Band 6 Respiratory Nurse to work with our Respiratory Nursing service in the borough of Waltham Forest
We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated individual, with excellent communication skills, who is able to work autonomously, as part of the team and to be an integral member of the wider Respiratory teams in supporting people managing the complexities of respiratory management.
The postholder will be involved in facilitating in all aspects of respiratory care, having a sound knowledge of the principles of respiratory/COPD management and care and a keen interest in professional development & advancing with technology. Therefore, experience of teaching and good IT skills is essential.
The post holder will be responsible for carrying out clinical appointments within the Respiratory Service, carrying out patient observation in their homes. Performing spirometry testing in clinic. Assist patients with checking and using inhalers correctly. Assist with clerical and administrative tasks like booking appointments, tracking equipment.
To further develop Waltham Forest Respiratory services in partnership with Key Stakeholders. Supporting and developing the delivery of high quality; evidence based Respiratory clinical practice throughout the local community, in health centre clinics and patients’ homes. The successful applicant will be required to work closely with the lead Respiratory Nurse, GPs, nursing colleagues, Physiotherapists and other members of the multidisciplinary team.
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The ability to travel effectively across the boroughs is necessary, including home visits
Main duties of the job
- Spirometry clinic/Home visits
- COPD Support
- Support the development of high-quality respiratory care throughout the respiratory care pathways, supporting others to do the same through integrated and collaborative working.
- The respiratory care/education will be delivered in local NHS or community venues, in the patient’s own home or residence, as individual or group sessions as appropriate.
- To be responsible for own caseload management.
- To keep accurate and up-to-date patient records in accordance with local trust, professional body, and legal requirement.
- To line manage, supervise and appraise junior members of staff and support the development of staff under direct supervision.
Starting with NELFT
NELFT places a great deal of importance on new starters being properly welcomed and inducted into the Trust. All new starters will join the Trust on the first Monday of each month and will undertake a comprehensive induction of up to two weeks which will include mandatory training, systems training and the allocation of equipment. As part of the process new starters will have the opportunity to also meet the executive team, senior managers and attend a number of drop-in sessions focusing on engagement, health and wellbeing and key processes. The induction will be held at our head office in Rainham, Essex.
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Probationary Period
This post will be subject to a probationary period. Internal applicants are exempt from the probationary period (unless you are an internal applicant currently part way through a probationary period or currently a bank member of staff).
High Cost Area Supplement Outer London (B&D, Redbridge, Havering and Waltham Forest, CEME)
This post also attracts payment for High Cost Area Supplement of 15% of the basic salary (with a minimum of £4,714 to a maximum of £5,941 p.a. pro rata for part time).
Working for Us
Joining #TeamNELFT means you’ll become part of a welcoming and supportive working environment. We’re CQC rated Good, and we want you to join us on the journey towards an Outstanding rating. NELFT has sites across North East London and Essex. We provide community and mental healthcare services to adults and children within these areas.
The Trust has award-winning equality and diversity initiatives, along with staff health and wellbeing activities. We invest significantly in your development because when you feel valued and supported, we can deliver the highest quality care to our patients. We are a Level 3 Disability Confident Leader, have been recognised in the Working Families Top 10 Employers benchmark for five consecutive years, and hold a Carers UK Level 1 Accreditation. Through our staff networks and training opportunities, we strive to foster a just and compassionate culture at NELFT.
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