Respiratory Clinical Nurse Specialist

at  Swansea Bay University Health Board

We have an exciting opportunity to recruit a Band 6 Clinical Nurse Specialist in the Asthma Service.
The role will involve supporting the acute asthma service as well as the asthma service working in Swansea Bay
The successful candidate will support the asthma service by providing rapid access clinics, face-to-face clinics in both in-patient and out-patient setting , undertaking asthma assessments, education and assess adherence to medications. Run biological clinics and administer treatment for biological agents. You will be required to review patient’s progress, making appropriate amendments to care or treatment.
The successful candidate will be experienced in respiratory medicine with some experience in asthma, either in a ward, community or out-patient setting.

The applicant must be able to progress to practice autonomously and be self-directed, but also be able to operate efficiently as part of a team. They will demonstrate an eagerness to learn and develop and have a passion for education and will be encouraged to complete relevant studies. They will have the opportunity to contribute to the development of the service. Excellent communication skills are required.

• Work with the lead asthma consultant clinicians and with Band 7 Asthma Nurse Specialists.
• Assess, plan, prioritise, implement, and evaluate interventions to meet patient need
• Empower patients to self-manage their asthma by advising, offering support and educating patients, relatives, and carers.
• Undertake telephone consultations for patients who are unwell ,preventing emergency visits and hospital admissions.
• Be involved in the administration and assessment of biological therapy
• Be able to interpret clinical information and take appropriate action including the confidence to escalate to senior members of the service.
• Reviews in-patients providing specialist advice, assessment, education and assess adherence to medications aiming to reduce hospital admissions and emergency visits providing support to medical staff in managing complex patients.
• Supports and provides cross cover and contributes to the provision of all areas of the service as required across Swansea Bay

We believe staff are our best asset and we want you to be happy and confident about starting your career here in Swansea Bay University Health Board.
As one of the biggest healthcare groups in the UK we can offer a wealth of professional training and development opportunities in an innovative, forward-thinking organisation.
You might be a nurse or doctor, maybe you specialise in a health science/therapy or can offer skills in one of our support services - we have a job for you.
There are also apprenticeships, work placements and volunteering roles available.
We are an inclusive employer and welcome applications from everyone whatever their sex; religion or belief; race; age; sexual orientation; gender identity or, whether they are pregnant or have recently been on maternity leave, married or are in a civil partnership; or, whether they are disabled.
Our values - Caring For Each Other, Working Together and Always Improving, show that our commitment to equality is at the heart of everything we do.
If you want excellent career and training opportunities while living on the doorstep of some of Europe’s most spectacular scenery, with all the benefits of a thriving and cosmopolitan city - look no further.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click “Apply now” to view in Trac

Please refer the Job description for details