Job summary
Embark on a thrilling journey with us! We're currently seeking a dynamic and passionate Specialist Nurse to join our esteemed TB Team at Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust for an impactful 12-month period, covering parental leave.
We are in search of a dedicated Band 7 nurse, one who is both hardworking and self-motivated, to collaborate with the Respiratory team. Together, you will spearhead a Nurse Led, evidence-based integrated service, dedicated to the care and management of patients grappling with Tuberculosis and NTM infections. This role encompasses direct and indirect patient engagement, educational initiatives, and active participation in research studies, both within the acute trust and the broader community.
Our ideal candidate will deliver a superior standard of care to adults and staff in Preston, Chorley, and the surrounding areas facing suspected, latent, and active TB. Autonomously managing a caseload, you will also play a pivotal role in supporting and collaborating closely with local community TB teams. This involves offering screening, contact tracing advice, and support, as well as facilitating appropriate referrals. Become an integral part of the renowned TB service at Lancashire Teaching Hospitals, led by Dr. M Munavvar, Consultant Chest Physician, and TB Lead. Elevate your career with us!
Main duties of the job
This post requires a dynamic and enthusiastic person with excellent communication skills, and at least 12 months post qualifying experience in any medical setting, although preferably respiratory. You will need a strong desire for professional development and commitment to the job.
You will be able to assist in interpreting clinical results, have an awareness of current professional and research practice issues, BTS and NICE guidance and be willing to undertake research and audit within the healthcare setting. You will benefit from a personal development programme to broaden knowledge and skills in return for commitment to delivering a seamless care pathway to the TB patients.
About us
We have 10000 fantastic people working hard to deliver quality services to our patients. Whatever your role, you help look after 370,000 people in our local area & give specialist care to 1.5 million people across Lancashire & Cumbria.
Working with us gives you the knowledge and sense of pride that every activity you do genuinely does make a difference to support our patients & staff, ensuring we keep thriving & delivering outstanding healthcare right across our local towns.
You'll make an impact, be challenged to think differently, be bold & help innovate to keep improving things. Everything we do centres around patient care and enhancing their experience which means your role is pivotal and something really to be proud of.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- To contribute to the development of the workforce through delivering education and training.
- To lead service development within the team
- To participate in research activity and clinical audits in own specialist area;
- To work collaboratively with the multidisciplinary team to ensure the cohesive management of patients.
- To act as a key worker for designated patients as appropriate across the patients pathway.
- Supervises and delivers a range of clinical and core nursing skills and interventions to meet physiological and psychosocial needs.
Please see the details within the job description and person specification
Job description
Job responsibilities
- To contribute to the development of the workforce through delivering education and training.
- To lead service development within the team
- To participate in research activity and clinical audits in own specialist area;
- To work collaboratively with the multidisciplinary team to ensure the cohesive management of patients.
- To act as a key worker for designated patients as appropriate across the patients pathway.
- Supervises and delivers a range of clinical and core nursing skills and interventions to meet physiological and psychosocial needs.
Please see the details within the job description and person specification
Person Specification
Knowledge & Experience
Essential
- Experience in and knowledge of Respiratory Medicine
- Experience of Band 6 working or above.
- Knowledge of Clinical Governance and its implementation
- Professional accountability
- Knowledge of local/national Health and Social Care policy
Desirable
- Experience in the treatment of acutely ill respiratory patients
- Experience in telephone advice clinics
- Experience in nurse-led clinics
- Experience in developing guidelines or protocols
- Experience in managing complex respiratory patients
Qualifications & Education
Essential
- Appropriate NMC Registration
- Diploma in Nursing
- Degree in health-related subject
- Willing to work towards: Clinical Examination and Non-medical Prescribing qualifications if not already obtained
Desirable
- Mentorship qualification
- Clinical Examination Qualification
- Non-Medical prescribing qualification
Person Specification
Knowledge & Experience
Essential
- Experience in and knowledge of Respiratory Medicine
- Experience of Band 6 working or above.
- Knowledge of Clinical Governance and its implementation
- Professional accountability
- Knowledge of local/national Health and Social Care policy
Desirable
- Experience in the treatment of acutely ill respiratory patients
- Experience in telephone advice clinics
- Experience in nurse-led clinics
- Experience in developing guidelines or protocols
- Experience in managing complex respiratory patients
Qualifications & Education
Essential
- Appropriate NMC Registration
- Diploma in Nursing
- Degree in health-related subject
- Willing to work towards: Clinical Examination and Non-medical Prescribing qualifications if not already obtained
Desirable
- Mentorship qualification
- Clinical Examination Qualification
- Non-Medical prescribing qualification
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
