Specialist Respiratory Integrated Nurse
| Posting date: | 07 January 2026 |
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| Salary: | £47,810.00 to £54,710.00 per year |
| Additional salary information: | £47810.00 - £54710.00 a year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 21 January 2026 |
| Location: | Plymouth, PL6 8DH |
| Company: | NHS Jobs |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | C9216-26-0016 |
Summary
Clinical Deliver specialist respiratory care within the Acute Respiratory Assessment Unit and/or community settings Provide enhanced clinical assessments of patients with respiratory issues, including physical examination, ordering and interpreting investigations, and developing individualised patient centred treatment plans Act as an independent prescriber, initiating and adjusting treatment plans in line with clinical guidelines Support admission avoidance strategies and facilitate early supported discharge. Utilise criteria-led nurse discharge processes. Provide respiratory education, self-management plans, and personalised care planning for patients and their families. Support the coordination of patients within the ARAU and throughout their journey back into the community. Deliver evidence-based care, including non-pharmacological interventions such as pulmonary rehabilitation support, and oxygen management. Work in partnership with hospital teams, GPs, community services, and other allied health professionals to ensure continuity of care. Participate in collaborative decision making Act as patients advocate in raising concerns around health and social care when required Ensure patients views are considered in the decision-making process Recognise and support the needs of carers and family members Ensure documentation is accurate and up to date, utilising all necessary paper and electronic records Be responsible for and facilitate others in the knowledge and awareness of appropriate use of digital health/care solutions for patients with long term conditions Advises and supports other staff in their planning of patient care. Provides support and advice to patients carers and relatives (with consent) on patients conditions and prognosis where appropriate. Keep accurate and complete records of activities and communications consistent with legislation, policies and procedures Works as part of a multi-disciplinary team Lead on service development initiatives and contribute to quality improvement projects Communicate effectively with all staff across the MDT, community teams and patients For further details please refer JD & PS