Respiratory Nurse
| Posting date: | 12 April 2024 |
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| Salary: | £43,954.00 to £59,343.00 per year |
| Additional salary information: | £43954.00 - £59343.00 a year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 03 May 2024 |
| Location: | Guernsey, GY4 6UU |
| Company: | NHS Jobs |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | K0005-24-0067 |
Summary
CLINICAL RESPONSIBILITIES To undertake, with guidance and clinical supervision, the assessment of patients/clients with respiratory disease and complex care needs. To develop, implement and evaluate, with guidance and clinical supervision, programmes of care tailored to meet these needs, and to optimise self-care skills. To guide, advise and direct other staff in the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of respiratory patient/client care. To engage, with a supervisor, in risk assessment processes to determine risks to the health and wellbeing of patients/clients with complex respiratory care needs, taking relevant action to minimise these risks. To attend clinics when required alongside the respiratory consultant. To be involved in the provision of advice to staff in managing respiratory emergency and other acute situations, ensuring that the patients/clients needs are met and that significant others are supported. To learn to utilise information and data from a range of sources to identify patient/client problems and guide decision-making processes. Within field of respiratory expertise, and within the organisational policy, request specific clinical tests to establish a diagnosis, interpret results and make appropriate referrals if outside the normal range. To promote service user involvement in the planning, delivery, and evaluation of respiratory care, respecting their wishes, beliefs, and dignity. To independently liaise and communicate effectively with all members of the multidisciplinary team and other agencies involved in the care of the patient/client. To practice in accordance with the descriptors for a proficient nurse as documented in the British Thoracic Society Professional Development Framework for Respiratory Nursing (British Thoracic Society, 2020). TRAINING AND EDUCATION To take a lead in the promotion of the health and well-being of clients/patients and their significant others, ensuring that health promotion is incorporated in the planning and delivery of respiratory care. To act as a mentor/preceptor/supervisor to students and other learners. Facilitates, plans and delivers, in conjunction with colleagues, a limited range of education and training for professionals, patients, relatives and carers. Maintain own continuing professional development needs. The post holder should be willing to work towards achieving a post graduate qualification within the respiratory field. Develop and maintain competence in additional skills related to the needs of the clients and patients e.g. counselling skills. To undertake in-house annual mandatory training in Manual Handling, Intermediate Life Support, Fire Safety and AED training. LEADERSHIP AND MANAGERIAL To help facilitate clear systems of communication between the post-holder and relevant staff working within and outside the organisation. To ensure staff are aware of organisational objectives, policies and procedures related to the respiratory area and the implications this may have for their practice. To act as a professional role model for junior staff, promoting high standards of practice and strong professional values. To be involved in nurse-led and multi-agency activities within field of respiratory practice. To participate in peer review of ones own practice. COMMUNICATION To communicate effectively with patient/clients and their significant others, taking into account their cultural background and cognitive functioning. To communicate clearly with all members of the multidisciplinary team, demonstrating sensitivity to cultural and language differences. To manage conflict between individuals, including staff, patients/clients and their significant others. To act as an advocate for patients/clients, significant others and more junior staff members. To ensure written communication complies with organisational and professional standards. AUDIT/INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY/RESEARCH ACTIVITY In conjunction with the audit department, participate in clinical audits to monitor and maintain standards of practice. To utilise the critical incidence reporting system to document actual or potential risks impacting on the quality of patient/client care. To actively promote evidence-based practice in own and the practice of other members of staff involved in the respiratory care of the patient/client. To support the respiratory CNS, ensuring that new initiatives are incorporated within the working practices of all staff. With training, access organisational electronic information systems relevant to the role. HEALTH AND SAFETY Be able to adapt to an unpredictable, hazardous working environment. Be aware of the hazards of working as a lone practitioner and take reasonable steps to maximise own personal safety and that of others. Be responsible for informing staff of new and revised local policies, procedures, guidelines and patient group directives. Report accidents and untoward incidents to appropriate personnel and complete the relevant documentation. Be a member of the Governance Team for Community Health & Social Care. Follow and undertake safe moving and handling policies, procedures, and guidelines, including location and effective use of equipment. Participate in the risk management strategies by accurately completing the necessary patient documentation and audit forms. Attend relevant mandatory training programmes on an annual basis, e.g. Fire Lectures, Moving and Handling sessions, updates on Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation and Anaphylaxis, Safeguarding children & adults. In all areas of practice, promote and maintain a safe environment for clients, visitors and not least oneself in accordance with the Health and Social Services Departments Health and Safety Policy and the Health and Safety at Work Act (General), Guernsey 1987. Comply with the principles contained in the GDPR (Guernsey 2017) concerning the improper disclosure, misuse of breach of confidentiality in respect of information held on computer systems or otherwise. PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT Identify own educational and professional development needs by a means of reflective practice and formal appraisal Adhere to NMC Code of Professional Conduct and adhere to NMC standards. Be aware of advisory papers published by NMC that are appropriate to area of practice. In order to maintain effective registration with the NMC you must adhere to the Councils requirements for Revalidation. You must proactively manage all aspects of your Revalidation requirements including keeping an up to date portfolio and proactively seeking out opportunities for reflection, continuing education and professional growth. You must be proactive and cooperative in the appraisal and confirmer processes. You must assist colleagues with relevant aspects of their Revalidation. This includes but is not limited to teaching, providing support and opportunities for Facilitated Reflective Practice, participating in professional discussions and providing constructive feedback. Depending on your level of experience and seniority the organisation may also require you to act as a Confirmer. If you are unable to meet any aspect of the Revalidation requirements or this element of your job description or you require additional support it is your responsibility to escalate this immediately to an appropriate senior nurse.