About this role
Job summary
University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us.
Please see below for detailed job description of the role.
Main duties of the job
We are seeking an experienced and motivated Respiratory Nurse Specialist to work in the Respiratory Outpatient Centre as a joint Deputy role.
This is an exciting opportunity for a skilled clinician with a focus on patient care and leadership skills to join our team delivering expert patient-centred respiratory care.
With the support of the Respiratory Centre Lead nurse, you will play a key role in leading and managing outpatient services, supporting patients with chronic respiratory conditions such as COPD, Asthma, Bronchiectasis and other complex respiratory disorders.
The successful candidate will work autonomously and collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams within Respiratory Medicine and across wider specialities.
As a Respiratory Specialist Nurse within the Respiratory Centre you will be expected to have excellent communication skills, enhancing patient experience and supporting service development through evidence-based practice, education and clinical leadership in line with the Trust values.
The Respiratory Outpatient Centre is a friendly, welcoming and supportive team. This is an ideal opportunity for those who want to develop and enhance specialist skills whilst gaining leadership and management experience within a supportive environment.
We would recommend an informal visit to come and see what opportunity this exciting service provides.
About us
University Hospital Southampton is one of England's largest acute teaching Trusts, offering a wide range of learning and development opportunities to support your career aspirations.
Located on the south coast with an international airport and direct rail links to London, Southampton offers an ideal setting to live and work, with the New Forest, South Downs and Jurassic Coast.
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At UHS, we're committed to providing a flexible working environment where possible. Whether you are balancing family, study, or your wellbeing with your career, we want to support you so you can help our patients.
At UHS, we proudly champion individuality, recognising that outstanding care is only possible with a diverse, inclusive team. We're committed to creating an anti-racist, anti-discriminatory environment where everyone feels valued, safe, and empowered to make a meaningful impact in our communities. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds, identities, and experiences to join us in building a healthcare community where everyone can belong, thrive, and contribute.
Job description Job responsibilities
Work autonomously and collaboratively within the multidisciplinary team to deliver evidence-based care and develop patient-centred care pathways across services. Supervise, mentor and support nursing staff and students whilst being a role model for all and contribute to inter-professional team working.
Excellent communication, leadership and team-working skills, with the ability to support patients, colleagues and learners effectively. Provide specialist respiratory advice, assessment, education and support to patients, their carers and other health care professionals.
The post holder would ideally have access to a vehicle and a valid driving licence. This role operates within core working hours but could include weekend and bank holiday working.
Please refer to the detailed job description below for more information about the role.
Person Specification
Qualifications, knowledge and experience Essential
Registered nurse on relevant part of the NMC register Degree qualification or equivalent 120 credits at L6 Post registration qualification within area of speciality or equivalent experience. Completion of all Band 5 (preceptorship) competencies Provide evidence of supporting/ managing a range of learners in practice Provide evidence of supporting colleagues to promote effective learning in practice Extensive post registration experience within specialist area. Knowledge of current issues within the acute health service.
Desirable
Registered on MSc Pathway - completion of HTPA Competencies Act in the role of Practice Assessor or supporting the progression of learners / supporting challenges as needed Counselling qualification Palliative care course IT training Change Management, clinical practice development
Trust Values and Behaviours Essential
Patients First Always Improving Working Together
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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UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details Employer name University Hospital Southampton NHS Trust
Address SME The Respiratory Centre
Tremona Road
Southampton
SO16 6YD
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/home.aspx (Opens in a new tab)