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Job summary

Main area
Respiratory
Grade
Band 5
Contract
Permanent
Hours
Part time - 26 hours per week
Job ref
151-KMU543-A
Employer
Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust
Employer type
NHS
Site
King Edward VII hospital
Town
Windsor
Salary
£23,349 - £28,423 per annum incl HCAS
Salary period
Yearly
Closing
18/11/2026 23:59

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Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust logo

Respiratory Staff Nurse (open to newly qualified nurses)

Band 5

Job overview

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic and motivated Band 5 Respiratory Nurse to join the Adult Integrated Respiratory (AIR) Team. The successful candidate will support the delivery of integrated respiratory services across community, outpatient and supported discharge pathways, providing high-quality, person-centred care for adults with respiratory disease.

Working within a multidisciplinary team, the post holder will contribute to the assessment, monitoring and ongoing management of patients with chronic and acute respiratory conditions, including COPD, bronchiectasis and interstitial lung disease. The role will involve supporting respiratory virtual ward services, pulmonary rehabilitation programmes, oxygen assessment and review pathways, patient education and self-management support.

This post offers an excellent opportunity to develop specialist respiratory knowledge and skills while working alongside experienced respiratory nurses, physiotherapists, advanced clinical practitioners and respiratory consultants within a supportive learning environment. A full UK driving licence is essential as the role includes community-based patient visits.

This role is open to newly qualified nurses graduating in September/October 2026"
 

 

Main duties of the job

To support the delivery of high-quality, evidence-based respiratory care across community, outpatient and supported discharge pathways.
 
Undertake delegated patient assessments, reviews and follow-up contacts in patients' homes, clinics and outpatient settings, escalating concerns appropriately. Support the management of patients with COPD, bronchiectasis, interstitial lung disease and other respiratory conditions through respiratory virtual ward and community respiratory services.
 
Contribute to Long-Term Oxygen Therapy (LTOT) and oxygen review pathways, including patient education, safety assessments and routine monitoring. Assist in the delivery of Pulmonary Rehabilitation programmes, including exercise sessions, education and self-management support.
 
Provide respiratory education to patients, carers and families, including inhaler technique, breathlessness management, exacerbation recognition and lifestyle advice. Work collaboratively with respiratory nurses, physiotherapists, advanced clinical practitioners, consultants, primary care and community teams to ensure coordinated patient care.
 
Undertake clinical observations and skills such as venepuncture where trained and competent.
 
Maintain accurate clinical records and contribute to audit, service evaluation and quality improvement activities.
 
Participate in ongoing professional development, competency achievement and reflective practice to develop specialist respiratory skills.

Working for our organisation

Why Join Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust?

At Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust, our people are at the heart of everything we do. 

As a Disability Confident Employer and recipient of the Gold Award in the Armed Forces Employer Recognition Scheme, we actively champion equality, diversity and inclusion, creating opportunities for people from all backgrounds to build rewarding careers within the NHS.

We also recognise the importance of a healthy work-life balance. By supporting flexible working arrangements wherever possible, we enable our colleagues to balance their professional and personal commitments while continuing to deliver outstanding care to our patients. Whether flexibility means adjusted hours, part-time working, hybrid arrangements or alternative working patterns, we work in partnership with our staff to meet both individual and service needs.

Join Us
Whether you're at the start of your career or looking for your next challenge, Frimley Health offers the opportunity to be part of a inclusive, forward-thinking organisation that is committed to excellence, innovation and compassionate care. Together, we can shape the future of healthcare and make a real difference to the lives of the communities we serve.

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Detailed job description and main responsibilities

For a full list of responsibilities and tasks associated with this role, please refer to the job description/person specification attached to this vacancy.

Person specification

Qualifications

Essential criteria
  • NMC registration (or pending registration)
Desirable criteria
  • Diploma/ degree in respiratory care (COPD / Asthma) or willing to complete

Experience

Essential criteria
  • Some relevant clinical experience in the same or related specialty OR significant recent clinical experience in an acute setting
  • Experience in managing the acutely unwell respiratory patient in the hospital setting
Desirable criteria
  • Previous community nursing experience

Skills and Knowledge

Essential criteria
  • Demonstrates up to date knowledge in general nursing
  • Knowledge of key professional issues and NMC guidelines and codes, relating to professional practice
  • Awareness of community working and structures
  • Knowledge of the COPD and asthma outcomes strategy, NICE & BTS guidelines
  • Able to work as part of a team under direction and without supervision
Desirable criteria
  • Clinical knowledge & skills in respiratory care

Special Requirements

Essential criteria
  • Full driving licence and access to a car for use to travel across sites and perform domiciliary visits
  • Willing and able to work weekends and unsocial hours

Employer certification / accreditation badges

Apprenticeships logoNo smoking policyMenopause Friendly EmployerCare quality commission - GoodArmed Forces Covenant Gold AwardWe offer Wagestream - A financial wellbeing benefit which lets you access your pay as you earn it.Disability confident employerWe Work Flexibly

Applicant requirements

You must have appropriate UK professional registration.

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Application numbers

This vacancy may close early if it receives a high number of applications. We would advise that you complete and submit your application in good time to avoid disappointment.

Documents to download

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Further details / informal visits contact

Name
Makayla Brennan
Job title
Respiratory clinical nurse specialist
Email address
[email protected]
Telephone number
0300 614 6796