About this role
Job summary
University Hospital Southampton is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with usJob Title: Asthma Clinical Nurse SpecialistContract Type: PermanentPlease be advised that this vacancy may close earlier than stated if we receive a large number of applications.
Main duties of the job
As part of our team, you will join one of the UK's leading Severe Asthma Centres, providing specialist care and support to patients with severe and complex asthma across inpatient and outpatient settings.
You will manage a defined caseload, undertake specialist clinical assessments, support treatment optimisation, provide patient education and contribute to service development, audit and quality improvement. The role offers excellent opportunities to develop specialist knowledge and skills within a highly experienced multidisciplinary team caring for patients receiving advanced asthma therapies.
Working closely with respiratory consultants and the wider multidisciplinary team, you will support the review of patients admitted with asthma, contribute to post-discharge follow-up, and play an active role in initiatives such as the National Respiratory Audit Programme (NRAP) to improve patient outcomes and reduce avoidable admissions.
Reporting to the Senior Sister for the Adult Asthma Service, you will help deliver high-quality, evidence-based and patient-centred care within an innovative and nationally recognised service.
About us
As one of the largest acute teaching Trusts in England, we offer learning and development opportunities to help you achieve the career you aspire to. UHS is rated 'Good' by the CQC and in the latest national NHS Staff Survey, we were in the top 10 acute trusts for staff engagement and for staff recommending the hospital as a place to work or receive care.
We support flexible working and will consider requests taking into account the needs of the service. UHS employees are able to access a range of NHS discounts, are entitled to a minimum of 35 days paid holiday (pro rata), and we offer a generous pension scheme.
Southampton is an attractive place to live and work situated on the south coast, with an international airport and direct trains to London. The New Forest National Park and beaches of the Jurassic coast are also right on our doorstep. The city offers living costs 30% lower than London and 17 schools rated outstanding by Ofsted.
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Job description
Job responsibilities
Responsibilities
In this role, your key responsibilities will include:
- Providing specialist assessment, advice and ongoing management for patients with severe and complex asthma across inpatient and outpatient settings.
- Reviewing patients admitted with asthma, supporting post-discharge follow-up and contributing to improved patient outcomes and reduced hospital admissions.
- Delivering patient education and self-management support, enabling patients to develop the knowledge and confidence to manage their condition effectively.
- Working collaboratively within the multidisciplinary team and contributing to service development, clinical audit, quality improvement and the National Respiratory Audit Programme (NRAP).
What experience/skills are neededThe ideal candidate will be able to demonstrate:
- Current NMC registration and substantial post-registration experience in respiratory, acute, medical or other relevant clinical settings.
- Excellent communication, assessment and clinical decision-making skills, with the ability to work both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
- Experience of supporting patients with long-term conditions, delivering education and promoting self-management.
- A commitment to professional development, evidence-based practice, audit and quality improvement, together with a desire to develop specialist expertise in severe asthma care.
Additional Information
- This is primarily a Monday to Friday service with activity across inpatient and outpatient areas.
- The post offers structured support and development opportunities within one of the UK's leading Severe Asthma Centres.
- Successful candidates will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check and occupational health clearance.
Person Specification
Qualifications
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
Desirable
- Registered on MSc Pathway - completion of HTPA Competencies
- Counselling qualification
- Palliative care course
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- 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
- Act in the role of Practice Assessor or supporting the progression of learners / supporting challenges as needed
- IT training
- Change Management, clinical practice development
- Multidisciplinary team working
Trust Values
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.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
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
University Hospital Southampton
Tremona Road
Southampton
SO16 6YD
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/home.aspx (Opens in a new tab)