TLHC Nurse

The TLHC service is delighted to be able to offer a fantastic opportunity to work in a sector that identifies early stage lung cancer, and has already improved countless patients lives. We are looking for an individual who believes in identifying early stage lung cancer, and will support patients through their journey in a kind and supportive way.�

UHS offers fantastic training and development giving you the best possible opportunities to achieve the career you want. Development of our staff is central to the delivery of high quality, safe and effective care. We can offer opportunities to develop within a supportive environment, and our staff survey results reflect our commitment to facilitate your career progression.�

Attached you will find the person specification document which provides more detail about the essential and desirable skills and experience needed for this role. We highly recommend you review this document and use it when completing your application as these criteria are used by hiring managers as guidance during shortlisting.�

For an overview of the main duties of the role please see the ?Job Description and Main Responsibilities? section below. To understand the day-to-day responsibilities in more detail please read the full job description document attached.�

As one of the largest acute teaching Trusts in England, we offer learning and development opportunities to help you achieve the career you aspire to. UHS is rated ?Good? by the CQC and in the latest national NHS Staff Survey, we were in the top 10 acute trusts for staff engagement and for staff recommending the hospital as a place to work or receive care.�

All non-clinical roles may involve a mixture of on site and remote working, Specific details and flexible working options can be discussed as part of the interview process. UHS employees are able to access a range of NHS discounts, are entitled to a minimum of 35 days paid holiday (pro rata), and we offer a generous pension scheme.

Southampton is an attractive place to live and work situated on the south coast, with an international airport and direct trains to London. The New Forest National Park and beaches of the Jurassic coast are also right on our doorstep. The city offers living costs 20% lower than London and 14 schools rated outstanding by Ofsted.

Responsibilities
Complete all competency based training as required for the Targeted Lung Health Check programme. This includes Spirometry training and qualification.�
To lead the promotion of good working relationships within the team and ensure good communication between team members and other ward/unit/hospital staff.
To deliver the 'Lung Health Check' process with quality and professionalism.
8. � �To participate in the Care Group quality monitoring programme, auditing standards of care and implementing changes agreed with the Sister/Charge Nurse.

What experience/skills are needed�
Registered Nurse on relevant part of the register.�
Good communication skills
Previous experience of autonomous working.�
Experience working with IT systems and IT skills.�
Ability to work across multiple sites within Southampton which may include a mobile unit, community hospital site, UHS site, RSH site or working from home.�