Interstitial Lung Disease Specialist Nurse
Closing date: 14 April 2026.
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a registered nurse with 1-2 years of respiratory experience or community to join the Interstitial Lung Disease Service for an 18‑month fixed‑term contract.
Working within the Interstitial Lung Disease Specialist service, you will look after a complex and diverse group of patients. The post involves monitoring patients with Interstitial Lung Disease in a clinical setting. The ideal candidate needs to exhibit a keen interest in management of Interstitial Lung Disease, patient education, breathlessness management and palliative care.
Main duties of the job
* Provide nurse‑led clinics.
* Be competent in the use of oxygen therapies.
* Demonstrate expert knowledge on appropriate medicines management.
* Deliver exceptional patient care, demonstrating dedication and motivation.
* Possess strong communication and interpersonal skills.
* Work well within a multi‑disciplinary team and independently.
* Apply excellent clinical decision‑making skills and respond to the demanding nature of complex health problems.
Essential qualifications and experience
* Registered Nurse.
* Nursing Degree.
* Relevant post‑qualification studies.
* Commitment to work towards level 7 modules.
* Interest in ILD.
* Understanding of oxygen therapy in ILD.
* Understanding of Pulmonary Rehabilitation.
* Experience working with palliative care patients.
* Understanding of community and regional working.
* Able to work within a multidisciplinary team.
Desirable qualifications
* Non‑medical prescribing qualification or willingness to work towards one.
* Specialist understanding of drugs used in the treatment of ILD.
* CBT symptom management experience.
* Breathlessness management experience.
* Literature search and presentation skills.
Diversity and Equality
We are committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating and valuing diversity and eliminating unlawful discrimination across our workforce. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply for this post.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975. A Disclosure to the Disclosure and Barring Service is required to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require Skilled Worker sponsorship to work in the UK will be considered.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration.
Employer details
Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust
Wythenshawe Hospital, Wythenshawe, M23 9LT
Salary: £38,682 to £46,580 a year (Pro Rata, 18‑month fixed‑term).
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