Job overview

We are looking for a highly motivated and enthusiastic person to join the Community Respiratory Team. The post holder will support the delivery of a safe and effective Respiratory Nursing service (Primary & Community Care Group) across Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board. This will include:-

·         Clinical assessment and appropriate management strategies for new patients presenting with a range of respiratory conditions including Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease, chronic asthma, bronchiectasis and pulmonary fibrosis and other chronic conditions, to determine the need for a Home Oxygen Service in keeping with current British Thoracic Society (BTS) Guidelines.

 ·         Ongoing Clinical review of all patients receiving a Home Oxygen Service in line with the current British Thoracic Society (BTS) Guidelines.

·         Ongoing clinical support regarding the COPD community service

·        Ongoing clinical support regarding the Community Spirometry Service 

The post holder will practice clinically in agreed care settings according to established protocols and guidelines, and will contribute to the development and smooth running of the service.

The post holder will also contribute to the development and implementation of policies and procedures within their sphere of responsibility and where appropriate, will actively participate in training and education programmes, patient support groups, research, clinical audit and service evaluation.

Main duties of the job

·        Take delegated responsibility from the Respiratory Nurse Specialist for managing patients within a variety of settings, and providing clinical assessment and treatment plans for these patients.

·        Manage own daily caseload once defined by the Respiratory Nurse Specialist and guide/mentor junior staff and students where appropriate.

·        Undertake specific tasks as delegated by the Respiratory Nurse Specialist.

·         Responsible for the delivery of high standards of care, monitoring standards on a regular basis and undertaking regular audits of practice.

·         Ensure the delivery of innovative, clinically excellent evidence based care.

·         Work as part of the team.

·         Deliver sensitive information during clinical consultations.

·         Discuss and facilitate the patients decision-making process regarding future treatment plans.

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Working for our organisation

Cwm Taf Morgannwg (CTM) University Health Board, part of NHS Wales, serves a large population across a diverse and beautiful region, steeped in history and heritage. With nearly 13,500 staff, our health board is one of Wales’s largest employers.

Together, we are Team CTM; a workforce dedicated to offering excellent patient care and support to the 450,000 people across our three regions, Bridgend, Merthyr Tydfil, and Rhondda Cynon Taf. We operate three District General hospitals, several community hospitals, primary and community care facilities.

CTM’s location offers the best of South Wales, just 20 minutes from Cardiff’s vibrant city life, the natural beauty of the Brecon Beacons, and the serene coastline at Ogmore. Whether you enjoy lively urban amenities, peaceful countryside, or seaside escapes, our location makes an ideal setting for both work and personal life.

Our CTM 2030 Strategy—Our Health, Our Future—focuses on uniting our region around shared health and wellbeing goals. Our values guide us daily:

•              We listen, learn, and improve

•              We treat everyone with respect

•              We work together as one team

CTM employees enjoy benefits including; a leading pension, generous leave, flexible work, career growth, and access to ongoing learning and development.

At CTM, you’ll find a welcoming, team-oriented workplace that values diversity and compassion, where you can take pride in your work and the difference it makes.