TB Specialist Nurse | University Hospitals of Derby and Burton NHS Foundation Trust


Company:	University Hospitals of Derby and Burton NHS Foundation Trust
Salary:	£39,959 - £48,117 pa
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Derby, DE22 3NE
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	7 Sept 2026
Closing date:	7 Oct 2026

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Summary

In partnership with the multidisciplinary team the post holder will be part of the provision of a TB Specialist Nursing Service, delivering high quality clinical care.

The post holder will develop specialist knowledge and skills and be a key clinician in the provision of advice, education and support to colleagues, patients, families and carers. They will participate in clinical audit and service evaluation within the specialist field. They will also be responsible for contributing to the on-going development of clinical and community practice, standards of care within the service including development of policies, procedures, protocols and guidelines.

The post holder will participate in the delivery of educational programmes for patients and Multidisciplinary team. This post involves combination of nurse-led screening clinics and community (visiting patients within their homes).

This role involves carrying out home visits as part of the service. Therefore, applicants must possess a valid UK driving licence and have access to a reliable vehicle to fulfil the requirements of the post.

Based in Derby, this role provides specialist case management for patients undergoing tuberculosis (TB) treatment, their families, and individuals attending TB screening services. Key responsibilities include assessing patients for drug resistance, monitoring treatment adherence, coordinating Directly Observed Therapy (DOT), and planning care in line with national and local guidance. The post holder undertakes contact tracing, TB screening, BCG vaccination clinics, and monitors treatment side effects, seeking specialist advice when required.

Working primarily within the community, the role involves delivering education and support to patients, carers, and healthcare professionals, while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams. Responsibilities also include requesting and reviewing diagnostic tests, contributing to outbreak management, attending MDT meetings and cohort reviews, managing a caseload, and ensuring accurate reporting to the National TB Surveillance Database.

The post holder carries out patient assessments, develops personalised care plans, supports discharge planning, promotes informed decision-making, safeguards vulnerable individuals, advocates for patients, and maintains high standards of communication, handover, and clinical documentation in accordance with Trust policies and professional standards.

Closing date of applications: 17 September 2026

Interview date: 29 September 2026

As a trusted organisation at the heart of our communities, we recognise the important role we can play in supporting the public, patients, our own people and local partners in achieving the best of health for the local population and the communities in which they live by providing Exceptional Care Together

Our fundamental Values of Compassion, Openness and Excellence underpin how we intend to work as a Trust and the associated behaviours are becoming embedded in all aspects of how we work.

In return we will offer:

• Development opportunities, both professional and leadership development

• On-going support from recruitment to when you join our team and beyond.

• Staff benefits including employee assistance programme, discounted gym membership, onsite fitness classes, car schemes

Key Facts:

• We see on average 4810 OP appointments a day.

• We are the 4thbusiest Trauma & Orthopaedic outpatients department in England – an average of 2077 per week.

• An average of 1115 patients are seen in A&Es across our network every day – 3rd largest in the country.

• Our hospitals admit an average of 195 emergency patients daily.

• Last year we undertook almost 33,700 planned surgical operations in our 57 operating theatres.

• We are one of only 7 Trusts nationally with more than 50 operating theatres.

• We carry out more than 140 elective procedures each working day.

• UHDB is a research active University Hospital with a large and varied portfolio of clinical trials and research opportunities for all staff.

Please see attached Job description and Person Specification. To apply please click APPLY FOR THIS JOB – this link will take you to the TRAC Recruitment Site. You will need to register if you do not already have an account.

UHDB is committed to fair and transparent recruitment. We welcome authentic applications that reflect your own skills, experience and motivations for the role. While we understand that candidates may use AI tools for grammar, formatting or accessibility purposes, applications that appear to be substantially AI‑generated may be subject to additional review. If this applies to your submission, we will let you know and may ask for clarification. Please ensure your application accurately represents your experience and is written in your own words.

Following the recent update on UKimmigration policy for those on a Health and Care Visa or Skilled Worker Visa, please click on the link to check your eligibility before applying for this post as we may be unable to provide sponsorship Skilled worker: Health and Care Visa | NHS Employers

Important visa information:Due to UK Home Officeimmigration rule changes effective from 22 July 2025, applicants sponsored under Occupation Code 6131 (Nursing Auxiliaries and Assistants) may not be eligible to bring dependants under the Skilled Worker route if their Certificate of Sponsorship is issued on or after this date. Applicants are responsible for understanding how these rules apply to their individual circumstances. The Trust cannot provideimmigration advice. Further information is available on theSkilled Worker visa: Your partner and children - GOV.UK

Your application (for shortlisting purposes) is assessed based on the Person Specification in the job advert (below).

This advert closes on Thursday 17 Sep 2026

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