Tuberculosis Nurse

Updated: April 27, 2024 03:29 AM GMT

East Lancashire Hospitals NHS Trust

Accrington

Fixed term opportunity ideal for a current Band 5 nurse seeking progression or a nurse currently working in a band 6 role who wishes to expand on TB/Respiratory conditions.

We are seeking to appoint a Band 6 nurse to join our small and friendly TB team which is based at Accrington Victoria Hospital.

You will be working in the community setting providing specialist nursing care to patients who have been diagnosed with TB and provide screening/vaccination clinics to those who are eligible.

You will need to be flexible to meet the needs of the service, have evidence of personal development, good problem solving skills and demonstrate a high level of communication skills.

You will be required to provide specialist nursing care to patients and their families and assist with the management, prevention and follow up of TB in the community.

You will manage an independent case load of patients and need to demonstrate autonomy in assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating individuals... More Detail