Band 6 - Specialist Respiratory Practitioner
We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Specialist Respiratory Nurse to join our dynamic and supportive team. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a well-established respiratory service that prides itself on delivering high-quality, evidence-based care. About the Role:As a Specialist Respiratory Nurse, you will work alongside an experienced multi-disciplinary clinical team to provide effective care and support to patients with chronic respiratory conditions. This includes delivering and supporting: Pulmonary Rehabilitation, COPD Supported Discharge, Home Oxygen Assessment and Review Services. You will use your advanced clinical skills and specialist knowledge to assess, monitor, and manage patients in a variety of settings. Your role will be central in supporting individuals to achieve optimal respiratory health and quality of life.
Main duties of the job
Developing and implementing care plans based on comprehensive patient assessments, current guidelines, and best evidence.
Assessing patient suitability for Long-Term Oxygen Therapy (LTOT) and ensuring cost-effective and appropriate provision
Providing specialist assessment and treatment for patients with COPD and ILD.
Supporting the delivery of Community Pulmonary Rehabilitation (PR), including education and exercise programs.
Promoting patient self-management through behavioural change strategies.
Communicating complex clinical information to patients, families, and healthcare professional
About us
About the Company
We change lives by transforming health and care.
Established in 2006, we are one of the UKs leading independent providers of community health and care services, working with health and care commissioners and communities to transform services with a focus on experience, efficiency and improved outcomes. We deliver and transform adult and children community health services, primary care services including urgent care, sexual health, dermatology and MSK services as well as adult social care and wellbeing services.Across England, we support communities of many millions and directly help more than half a million people each year - guided by our simple values: we care, we think, we do.
Were committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from a broad, diverse range of people who want to join our team. Were a Disability Confident Committed company, so we work to provide facilities, work environment adjustments and technical solutions to be as inclusive of everyone.
While it doesnt happen often, sometimes a role is very popular, and well need to close it earlier than the date weve shown here. If youre keen to join our team, wed love to hear from you so please apply as soon as you can.
To find out more about HCRG Care Group, please visit https://www.hcrgcaregroup.com/about-us-2
Job responsibilities
At HCRG Care Group, we value you and your contributions, offering a range of benefits to support your professional growth and personal wellbeing:
Competitive Pay & Pension : Receive a salary of £37,338 with Agenda for change terms and conditions including NHS pension.
Professional Growth : Join our Strive for Better networks, connecting with professionals nationwide to develop and share best practices.
Exclusive Rewards : Access discounts and offers at leading supermarkets, retailers, and experience providers through our Reward Gateway.
Wellbeing Support : Benefit from our 24/7 free wellbeing service, including counseling, career coaching, and legal advice.
Flexible Pay Options : Track earnings and access wages through Wagestream, providing financial flexibility.
Learning & Development : Enhance your career with support from our Learning and Development team, access e-learning, career pathways, and funding opportunities.
Recognition & Involvement : Celebrate achievements with local and national awards, contribute ideas for service improvements, and stay informed through regular leadership updates.
Registered Nurse qualified to degree level or equivalent
Expert knowledge in the treatment and management of long-term respiratory conditions.
Knowledge of pharmacology in the management of long-term disease.
Experience working in a multi-disciplinary team and providing care to patients with long-term respiratory conditions.
Strong interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills.
IT literacy and ability to maintain accurate clinical records.
Ability to work independently and flexibly in response to service needs.
Commitment to ongoing professional development and service improvement
Person Specification
General Requirements
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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.
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