Clinical Nurse Specialist
Closing date: 28 April 2026
Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) – Severe Asthma Service – 12 month fixed term band 6 specialist nurse based at Wythenshawe Hospital.
Minimum 2 years experience at band 5 respiratory care setting, confident decision‑maker, forward‑thinking and dedicated. Experience within the NHS essential. Must hold a related advanced respiratory qualification (e.g., respiratory / asthma module).
Main duties of the job
Provide assessment, treatment, education and support to severe asthma patients and their families, and assist in the development of other healthcare professionals. Work as part of an established multi‑disciplinary team.
Qualifications
* Related advanced respiratory qualification
* Respiratory/Asthma module
Experience
* Nurse – minimum 2 years at Band 5 in the respiratory care setting
* Ability to work autonomously
* Ability to take a role within the multi‑disciplinary team
* Evidence of patient education to promote autonomy
* Confident in interpretation of blood results
* Extensive understanding of inhaled therapies
* Knowledge of the clinical governance agenda
* Conducts research and/or clinical audit
* Awareness of biological therapies and other specialist treatments
* Non‑medical prescriber
* Demonstrate an in‑depth knowledge surrounding asthma / severe asthma
* Proficient in the development of personalised asthma action plans
* Evidence of delivering teaching / training
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post requires a Disclosure and Barring Service check under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975.
Salary
£39,959 to £48,117 per annum, pro rata.
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Statement
Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust is committed to promoting equality of opportunity and eliminating discrimination. 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. As an inclusive employer, we support applicants with special requirements.
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