Job overview

This is an opportunity for an experienced band 3 that is looking to progress or an established band 4 that's looking for a change. This successful candidate will join a forward-thinking, dynamic, developing and enthusiastic team providing evidence based Respiratory care to the population of Bristol, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire.

The Respiratory Service is well established and provides; Community Oxygen Assessment Service, Pulmonary Rehabilitation, advice and guidance and in reach to the NHS@Home virtual ward.

This post will be based in New Friends Hall,Stapleton, Bristol but you will travel across the BNSSG area.

You will be part of our multi-disciplinary respiratory team which consists of Respiratory Specialist Nurses, physios, exercise instructors and fellow assistant colleagues. 

As a specialist service we recognise that applicants may not already possess the specific skills so we offer training and competency frameworks to achieve these. You will however need to show willingness to learn, flexibility and good communication skills that span across our pathways.

This role is part time at a maximum of 33hrs per week.

Give the team a call/email to discuss the role further if you need more information about the position. 

Main duties of the job

To undertake highly skilled support work to aid the rehabilitation and management of respiratory patients, within the community setting and accept patients delegated by a nurse/ therapist and be responsible for the delivery of patient care.

To use clinical judgement within the scope of practice, and be able to work independently and flexibility without direct supervision.

To contribute to providing a professional service, working effectively as an integral team member and supporting the overall delivery of community respiratory services including Pulmonary Rehabilitation, NHS@Home respiratory pathway, community oxygen service and education/training of other healthcare professionals.

Working for our organisation

Ever dreamt about a career that sparks excitement and fosters your professional growth? Picture yourself waking up eager to make a real difference in our community, surrounded by teams who value your unique ideas.

We are Sirona care & health – England’s largest provider of Adult’s and Children’s Community Services and we’d love for you to join us in Bristol, North Somerset or South Gloucestershire.

Agenda for Change Salary, full NHS benefits, 27+ days’ annual leave, and participation in the NHS Pension Scheme – just a glimpse of the benefits you’ll receive.

We welcome and encourage all applicants. We are committed to having a workforce that reflects the communities we support and are proactively seeking to improve the diversity of our workforce. We know diversity fosters creativity and innovation.

We are committed to equality of opportunity, to being fair and inclusive, and to being a place where all belong. We aim to draw upon the widest possible range of views and experiences to meet the changing needs of our colleagues, partners and communities we serve.

Whether you're starting your journey in healthcare, looking for a fresh challenge within the NHS, or contemplating a career change, don't be daunted by the prospect of something different – we create development opportunities for all our colleagues and apprentices.

Interested? View our benefits leaflet which you can find attached to this vacancy.