Job Description

We have an exciting opportunity for a specialist nurse with TB experience and clinical knowledge of working with clients with TB.
The team provides Nurse Led clinics and a range of services to patients referred into them from GP's and Hospital teams, including, Contact tracing, DOT & TB screening. You will also work alongside a team of Respiratory Consultants and in Conjunction with other Nurse Specialists who may be based at different locations
Main duties of the job

• Working with a team of specialist nurses whilst managing your own case load, you will be motivated, forward thinking and able to plan and prioritize care for patients with complex health care needs.
• Naturally, you will need to be flexible, working as part of a multi-disciplinary team based within the Community at Shrewsbury Road Healthcare Centre.

About us

• We valve our staff and aim to provide fulfilling working environments
• Kind- we are considerate and thoughtful, so you feel respected and included.
• Collaborative - We work collaboratively for the benefit of patients and staff valuing others' views and ideas.
• Expert - Valving expert skills knowledge and experience to improve standards.

Details
Date posted
29 May 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 6
Salary
xc2xa342,939 to xc2xa350,697 a year Per Anum inc (Pay Award Pending)
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
259-7222905NUH
Job locations
Newham University Hospital , Newham Chest Clinic
Shrewsbury Road Health Centre,
London
E7 8QP
Job description
Job responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience, and knowledge required. For both documents, please view the attachment/s below. Job description
Job responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience, and knowledge required. For both documents, please view the attachment/s below.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential

• RGN Level 1
• Relevant Degree
• Teaching / mentoring course

Desirable

• Specialist TB nursing course

Experience
Essential

• 5 years Post Registration Exp. Including 4 years recent acute / working in TB care

Desirable

• Management qualification

Knowledge
Essential

• Update Knowledge of the factors influencing compliance with TB management within the population locally and Nationally

Skills
Essential

• Ability to assess, plan, implement and evaluate TB care delivered to patients and give relevant advice / information to patients and relatives.
• Ability to prioritize own workload under pressure and meet deadlines
• Excellent Communication skills- Verbal, Non-verbal and written
• Experienced in Mantoux testing & results interpretation
• Ability to work independently & with others

Other
Essential

• Good Health
• Computer skills exp. & participation in clinical audit
• Able to demonstrate regular up-dating of knowledge and learning

Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential

• RGN Level 1
• Relevant Degree
• Teaching / mentoring course

Desirable

• Specialist TB nursing course

Experience
Essential

• 5 years Post Registration Exp. Including 4 years recent acute / working in TB care

Desirable

• Management qualification

Knowledge
Essential

• Update Knowledge of the factors influencing compliance with TB management within the population locally and Nationally

Skills
Essential

• Ability to assess, plan, implement and evaluate TB care delivered to patients and give relevant advice / information to patients and relatives.
• Ability to prioritize own workload under pressure and meet deadlines
• Excellent Communication skills- Verbal, Non-verbal and written
• Experienced in Mantoux testing & results interpretation
• Ability to work independently & with others

Other
Essential

• Good Health
• Computer skills exp. & participation in clinical audit
• Able to demonstrate regular up-dating of knowledge and learning