Band 5 TB Nurse

Job summary

Are you a registered nurse who is looking for the next challenge? Do you have a passion for public health nursing? Would you enjoy working with adults, children and families from diverse communities and backgrounds to improve health inequalities? If the answer is yes, then we would love to hear from you! We are looking for someone who aspires to make a real difference to people affected by, or at risk of TB. The TB Service is as much about public health as it is about clinical and nursing care which covers all age groups. Excellent communication skills are essential to this role which embraces the core elements of public health nursing: inequalities, prevention, and health protection across the entire population. You will gain specialist knowledge of the physical aspects of the disease and the emotional, psychological, and social impact on individuals, their families, and friends. We are open to part time or full time applicants. Please contact Vicky Legg (Clinical Lead) Victoria.legg1@nhs.net 07912 485194 for further information

Main duties of the job

As someone with outstanding organisational skills you will provide outpatient clinics, both in the community and hospital setting, working closely with other professionals as part of a multidisciplinary team. The role includes new entrant screening, mantoux testing, BCG immunisation and supervision of treatment, including directly observed therapy in patients own homes. You will hold a caseload of patients with latent TB with full support from the senior nurses. You must be a registered nurse (either adult or child) with excellent communication skills and enjoy using your initiative and providing support to colleagues within the team. Full training and support will be provided for the right candidate. The service operates Monday to Friday and you will work across the Leeds district. You must have a valid driving licence and access to an appropriate vehicle. You are strongly encouraged to contact the service before submitting your application. Please Review the Job Description and Person Specification Attached for full Requirements of the Role. Adverts will close early where the maximum numbers applicants is reached.

About us

Working for Leeds community Healthcare NHS Trust Who are we? Leeds Community Healthcare provides a range of community-based health services across the whole city. We treat people in their homes, local health centres and community hospitals, and work in partnership with other local Trusts, charities and Leeds City Council. We have a strong culture based on deeply-held values, and our focus at all times is on delivering high quality care to the people of Leeds. In our most recent CQC evaluation, we were rated "Good", with our Adult Services rated "Outstanding" for caring. Perks of the job Our benefits range from generous annual leave to access to NHS discount sites. You can find the full list of attractive benefits and rewards at www.leedscommunityhealthcare.nhs.uk click on the Join Our Team Tab. Right to Work This role is based in the UK. Employment is conditional on confirmation of the right to work in the UK - either as a UK or Irish citizen, under the EU settlement scheme or having secured any other relevant work visa. If you do not have the right to work in the UK and the role does not meet eligibility for sponsorship, please consider carefully whether you meet the eligibility to apply.

Employer details

Employer name

Leeds Community Healthcare NHS Trust

Address

Leeds Community Healthcare Trust

Leeds

LS10 2PT

Employer's website

https://www.leedscommunityhealthcare.nhs.uk/join-our-team1/ (Opens in a new tab)

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Employer details

Employer name

Leeds Community Healthcare NHS Trust

Address

Leeds Community Healthcare Trust

Leeds

LS10 2PT

Employer's website

https://www.leedscommunityhealthcare.nhs.uk/join-our-team1/ (Opens in a new tab)

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