Job Overview
A rare and exciting opportunity has arisen to join a small specialist TB team based in Essex. The post-holder will work as part of the TB nursing team, running nurse‑led clinics for patients with TB and NTM, primarily at Princess Alexandra Hospital (Harlow) and potentially cross‑covering at our three other hospital sites.
The role will also include home visits, managing a varied caseload, contact screening, education and training, and raising awareness of TB. You will help to provide a flexible and responsive high‑quality TB service, facilitating effective patient management and protection to the public.
We are looking for a dynamic registered nurse ideally with post‑registration experience in TB and/or experience in tuberculin testing and BCG vaccination. You will be expected to work flexibly and autonomously but also function well within a team.
The post is part‑time, excluding Bank Holidays and weekends.
Main duties of the job
- Autonomously run nurse‑led TB contact clinics and TB/NTM patient clinics.
- Facilitate accurate healthcare information, health advice and appropriate support and referral.
- Participate in developing the strategic direction of the TB service in line with national and local targets, working closely with Band 7 TB Nurses.
- Provide screening / immunisation clinics for TB contacts and new entrants, children and adults.
Working for our organisation
EPUT offers a supportive working environment that reflects our Trust values of Care, Learn and Empower. Key benefits and development opportunities include:
- Season Ticket Loans
- NHS discounts for staff
- Excellent training facilities and opportunities
- Buy‑and‑sell annual leave scheme
- Opportunity to work bank shifts and expand knowledge and experience in other areas
- Salary sacrifice schemes including lease cars and Cycle to Work
- Day One flexible employer
- Flexible working options available from day one
COVID‑19 vaccination is required as part of pre‑employment checks, in line with current regulations.
Equal opportunities
Our Trust is an Equal Opportunities Employer. We particularly welcome applications from people with experience of using mental health services and from people with disabilities. If you require this application form in another format such as Braille or audio tape, contact the Recruitment Department.
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