TB Nurse Specialist — Case Management & Latent TB

Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Packmoor

On-site

GBP 40,000 - 48,000

Full time

5 days ago

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Job summary

Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Nurse Specialist in the Tuberculosis Service. Based at the Churchill Hospital, you will work in a multidisciplinary team to manage notified TB cases and support the Latent Screening service.

The role requires autonomous caseload management and a commitment to a seamless TB care pathway across Oxfordshire. With at least 2 years post-qualifying experience in any medical setting and a community qualification or relevant TB nursing

Qualifications

TB nursing experience (minimum 2 years post-qualifying in a medical setting).
Community qualification or relevant TB nursing experience.
Personal development programme to broaden knowledge and skills in return for commitment to delivering seamless TB care.

Responsibilities

Investigation, diagnosis and treatment of TB (active and latent), coordination of care and support for patients on TB treatment.
Prompt identification of new TB cases.
Timely start and support for patients to complete TB treatment.
Prevention of new TB cases.
Provision of support and advice to other services and the public on TB-related issues.
Notification and public health responsibilities related to TB.
Education and training in TB-related issues.
Develop the National Latent TB screening programme.