Job summary
Do you have a passion for respiratory care in children and young people? We are looking to recruit a motivated and hard-working individual who not only has an excellent clinical skill set but also the compassion and communication skills to foster efficient relationships to effectively care for the child, young people and their families who are experiencing respiratory conditions.
Main duties of the job
To provide a specialist service to the children, young people as well as their parents & carers who are suffering with respiratory conditions within the acute trust. Within this post you will work as part of the respiratory Nursing team, supported by a Band 7 Team leader whilst working in collaboration with the Paediatric Respiratory consultant. The post holder will work across the UHCW and Rugby St Cross site. The post holder will be involved in developing and delivering expert patient-centred care based on local and national guidance. Care delivered will include patient assessment, planning and implementing of specialist care, provision of advice/support and education in collaboration with the wider MDT including child protection/safeguarding teams. The post holder will be involved in audit and research, assist in leading a small team, participate in network meetings and provide education to medical and nursing staff within the unit in order to improve quality and enhance care delivery.
About us
University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust, rated as good by the Care Quality Commission, is one of the largest teaching Trusts in the UK. We are extremely proud of our employees across our hospital sites, with high quality patient care at the heart of everything we do. Boasting some of the most modern facilities in Western Europe, the Trust is renowned for being at the forefront of research and innovation as part of its blossoming reputation as a worldwide leader in healthcare. We are proud to be recognised as a Pathway to Excellence designated organisation. Pathway To Excellence – University Hospitals Coventry & Warwickshire (uhcw.nhs.uk). By joining our exciting journey, you will form part of a passionate, talented team and will be able to access a wide range of learning and development opportunities. There has never been a better time to join our team. The Trust is committed to building an organisation that makes full use of the talents, skills, experience, and different perspectives available in our diverse society. We want everyone to feel they are respected, valued, can achieve their potential and receive the most appropriate and relevant care. We will create an environment where the equality and human rights principles of fairness, respect, equality, dignity and autonomy are promoted and are part of the organisation’s core values.
Details
Band: Band 6Salary: £39,959 to £48,117 a year per annum pro rataContract: PermanentWorking pattern: Full-time, Part-time, Flexible workingReference number: 218-NM-B6-8352246-A
Job responsibilities
- To support/participate and deputise if required in Consultant and Nurse-led clinics working within guidelines agreed by the respiratory care team
- To develop the knowledge and skills to assess, plan, implement and evaluate care for respiratory patients in secondary care and using this understanding to improve the individual patients understanding of their respiratory condition and management. Identify their needs; provide education, monitoring and support
- To act as an advocate for and support the patient and their carers. Be the key worker in co-ordinating the efforts of the multidisciplinary team.
- Be aware of the key therapies available to these patients and be conversant with their usage ensuring patients and professionals have sufficient knowledge to deliver safe and effective care.
- Undertake a holistic assessment of patients needs encompassing physical, emotional, social and spiritual issues, including the needs of their family and carers. Support patients exploring the use of alternative therapies
Person Specification
Qualifications (Essential)
- Current Paediatric Professional Registration – RNC or equivalent
- Evidence of continuous professional development, with courses relevant to area of work
- Degree level education
- Study at level 6 (degree/ diploma)
Qualifications (Desirable)
- Health assessment module or willingness to undertake
Experience (Essential)
- Evidence of previous acute Paediatric Clinical experience
- Experience of working in the speciality of respiratory care
- Experience of multi-agency working
- Research and clinical audit experience
Experience (Desirable)
- Knowledge of Health Promotion techniques
- Understanding of risk management
Knowledge (Essential)
- Knowledge of the Code of Professional Conduct
- A knowledgeable clinician with the ability to apply evidence based practice
- Able to apply evidence to practice
Knowledge (Desirable)
- A good understanding of current issues relating to the NHS
- An understanding of the importance of patient and public involvement
- Specialist knowledge
Skills (Essential)
- Ability to assess, deliver and evaluate high quality care
- Good communication skills
- IT and Data entry skills
- Able to prioritise and meet deadlines effectively
- Good management of own and others time
- Able to use initiative and make decisions
Skills (Desirable)
- Analyses problems and implements effective and appropriate solutions
- Leadership skills
Commitment to Trust Values and Behaviours (Essential)
- Must be able to demonstrate behaviours consistent with the Trust’s values (As detailed in UHCW’s Values in Action document)
- Applicants applying for job roles with managerial responsibility will be required to demonstrate evidence of promoting equal opportunities through work experience
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. 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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration.
Employer contact
Paediatric Lead Nurse: Lisa Armour, lisa.armour@uhcw.nhs.ukClosing date: 28 October 2026
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