Respiratory NurseNHS

Job summary

The Elms Practice

Are you a passionate and experienced Respiratory Nurse looking to make a real difference in primary care? We are seeking a motivated and patient-focused nurse to lead and develop our respiratory services, supporting patients with asthma, COPD, and other long-term respiratory conditions.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a friendly, forward-thinking GP practice committed to delivering high-quality care and promoting excellent health outcomes for our patient population.

Main duties of the job

You will play a key role in the assessment, treatment, and ongoing management of patients with respiratory diseases. Working closely with GPs and the wider multidisciplinary team, you will lead respiratory reviews, optimise treatment, provide patient education, and support the achievement of clinical quality standards.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Running independent respiratory clinics for patients with asthma and COPD.
• Performing annual and routine respiratory reviews.
• Conducting and interpreting spirometry where appropriately qualified.
• Reviewing inhaler technique and optimising treatment plans.
• Developing personalised care plans to support self-management.
• Maintaining accurate clinical records and disease registers.
• Supporting achievement of QOF and other quality improvement objectives.
• Promoting smoking cessation, vaccination uptake, and respiratory health education.
• Participating in clinical audits and service development initiatives.

Job description

The Role

You will play a key role in the assessment, treatment, and ongoing management of patients with respiratory diseases. Working closely with GPs and the wider multidisciplinary team, you will lead respiratory reviews, optimise treatment, provide patient education, and support the achievement of clinical quality standards.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Running independent respiratory clinics for patients with asthma and COPD.
• Performing annual and routine respiratory reviews.
• Conducting and interpreting spirometry where appropriately qualified.
• Reviewing inhaler technique and optimising treatment plans.
• Developing personalised care plans to support self-management.
• Maintaining accurate clinical records and disease registers.
• Supporting achievement of QOF and other quality improvement objectives.
• Promoting smoking cessation, vaccination uptake, and respiratory health education.
• Participating in clinical audits and service development initiatives.

About us

The Elms Practice is a friendly, progressive GP practice dedicated to delivering high-quality, patient-centred care to our local community. We are proud of our supportive and inclusive culture, where every team member is valued and encouraged to contribute to the success of the practice.

Our multidisciplinary team works collaboratively to provide excellent healthcare, combining professionalism, compassion, and innovation in everything we do. We are committed to creating a positive working environment that promotes teamwork, wellbeing, and professional development.

Why Join Us?

• Supportive and welcoming team culture
• Strong focus on staff wellbeing
• Opportunities for training and career development
• Collaborative multidisciplinary working

NHS Pension Scheme and annual leave entitlementOpportunity to make a real difference to patients and the local community

• At The Elms Practice, you'll be joining a dedicated team that strives to deliver outstanding care while supporting one another to thrive professionally and personally.