Respiratory Nurse Practitioner


Company:	NHS Jobs
Salary:	£39,959 to £48,117 a year
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Liverpool, L9 7AL
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	29 Sept 2026
Closing date:	13 Oct 2026

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Summary

Key Responsibilities Clinical Assessment & DiagnosisConduct full patient assessments (history, physical exams, spirometry, blood gases), analyse diagnostic tests (pathology, imaging) and determine suitable care settings (clinic, home, virtual). Care Planning & DeliveryDevelop and implement personalised care plans (medication review, oxygen therapy, inhaler training), manage exacerbations in the community (COPD, pneumonia), and support early discharge schemes. Pulmonary Rehabilitation & Self-management SupportRefer to pulmonary rehabilitation programmes; provide education on disease self-management, inhaler technique, smoking cessation, and prevention strategies. Virtual Ward & Telehealth CareParticipate in virtual ward models or ARI early supported discharge service, conducting remote patient monitoring and telephone triage Education, Training & MDT CollaborationProvide specialist advice to colleagues, train nursing and therapy staff, contribute to local guidelines, clinical audits, and quality improvement initiatives. Clinical Governance & Quality AssuranceMaintain comprehensive patient records, participate in national audits, monitor KPIs, and engage in service evaluation and research. End-of-Life Care & Advanced Care PlanningCollaborate with palliative care teams to deliver advance care planning and symptom management in advanced respiratory disease. Essential Skills & Qualities Clinical ExpertiseIn-depth understanding of respiratory pathophysiology, pharmacology, diagnostic interpretation (e.g. spirometry, arterial blood gases, chest imaging). Decision-Making & AutonomyAbility to independently assess, triage, and manage complex cases in non-acute settings. Communication & EducationStrong communication with patients, carers, and MDT; proficient in conveying medical information clearly and supporting behavioural change. Interprofessional CollaborationWorks effectively within MDTs and fosters relationships across community, acute, and primary care sectors. Organisational SkillsCapable of managing a caseload across multiple delivery modeshome visits, virtual wardswhile maintaining documentation and governance standards. Adaptability and MobilityWillingness to travel across community sites, sometimes working as a lone practitioner within specified policies. Compassion & Patient-Centred CareValues holistic approaches, supports long-term self-care, and demonstrates empathyespecially in chronic and palliative contexts.

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