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Job Summary
* Fixed‑term contract / secondment opportunity until 31/3/27
* Experienced and motivated nurses required to lead the Lung Screening Programme
* Support the delivery and development of the regional lung screening service at NNUH, part of the East of England Targeted Lung Health Check (TLHC) network
Key Aspects Of The Role Include
* Clinical expertise and patient care
* Care coordination and navigation
* Leadership and service development
* Advanced communication and psychosocial support
* Professional development and governance
* Research and evidence‑based practice
About Us
Join us at the Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital and be part of a workforce of over 10,000 staff! The NNUH is one of the largest NHS trusts in the UK, providing first‑class acute care for around one million people. We are a teaching and research hospital at the forefront of innovation, home to the Quadram Institute, and collaborate closely with the University of East Anglia. We attract leading professionals from across the country and pride ourselves on a workforce representing 94 countries.
Benefits include flexible working hours, fast‑track staff physiotherapy service, gym membership discounts, on‑site nursery and cafes, and access to payroll savings schemes such as Wagestream.
Details
* Date posted: 13 November 2025
* Pay scheme: Agenda for change
* Band: 7
* Salary: £47,810 to £54,710 a year per annum
* Contract: Fixed term (15 months)
* Working pattern: Full‑time, flexible
* Reference number: 234‑25‑I1087
* Job locations: Norfolk & Norwich University Hospital, Colney Lane, Norwich, NR4 7UY
* Interview date: 9th December 2025
Job Responsibilities
* Act as the main clinical contact for the day‑to‑day running of the Target Lung Health Checks Programme
* Organise and prioritise workload for self and team
* Deputise in the operational lead’s absence and delegate appropriately
* Adhere to Trust protocols and procedures, particularly in medicine administration and mobility
* Maintain accurate audit records for the Trust
* Monitor risk management and report incidents
* Demonstrate advanced clinical knowledge in respiratory screening, assessment, care and management of patients with respiratory conditions
* Provide specialist clinical knowledge to colleagues, patients and carers
Person Specification
* Essential - Qualifications
o RGN (level 1) or equivalent AHP registration
o Evidence of relevant post‑registration study
* Desirable - Qualifications
o MSc level or working towards
* Essential - Experience
o Proven post‑registration experience with specialist field expertise
o Experience of change management and service development
* Essential - Skills
o Able to communicate complex/sensitive/technical information clearly, succinctly and with empathy in a variety of settings
* Essential - Attitude & Aptitude
o Effective role model, demonstrating NNUH’s PRIDE values of People focussed, Respect, Integrity, Dedication and Excellence
o Demonstrates understanding and commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and a submission for Disclosure to the Disclosure and Barring Service will be required.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require a skilled worker sponsorship will be considered. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. Further details are available on the NHS Careers website.
Employer Details
Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital
Colney Lane
Norwich
NR4 7UY
Website: https://teamnnuh.co.uk/
Benefits
* Flexible working hours
* Fast Track Staff Physiotherapy Service
* Multi‑Faith prayer room at NNUH Colney Lane site
* Discounted gym memberships
* Excellent pension scheme and annual leave entitlement
* Wagestream – access up to 40% of your pay as you earn it
* Free Park & Ride service to NNUH Colney Lane
* Free 24‑hours confidential counselling support
* On‑site Nursery at NNUH Colney Lane
* On‑site cafes offering staff discounts at NNUH Colney Lane
* Support in career development
* Flexible staff bank
* Salary Sacrifice schemes including lease cars, Cycle to Work scheme and home electronics
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