Job summary
An excellent opportunity has arisen for a B6 Sexual Health
Nurse to join the Worcestershire Sexual Health Service, to be based at Kidderminster
Health Centre. The post holder will have considerable experience working within
sexual health services and have competencies in GU Medicine and/or Contraception,
this will include assessment, screening, diagnosing and treatment of those with
sexually transmitted infections, whilst initiating/changing/repeating methods
of contraception. This is an exciting time to join the service with many
developments and opportunities. As a B6 Nurse you will support the Lead Nurse
in managing the daily running of the clinic and managing the nursing team,
ensuring a professional and competent nursing team and delivering a high
quality service as well as creating and maintaining a positive learning
environment.
The hours are 20.5 hours a week, to include one Saturday
morning a month
To be based at Kidderminster Health Centre, although
flexibility to cover clinics is required.
We are a welcoming, friendly, supportive team who are
professional, well organised and proud of the services we deliver.
Main duties of the job
- Work
closely with the senior nurse and other members of the sexual health team to
pro-actively facilitate development of sexual health nursing within the Sexual
Health Service.
- Provide specialist holistic nursing care working in nurse-led clinics as
required. Prioritise consultations using triage systems.
- Effective care provision through partnership working, provision of appropriate
information, advice and support to patients to empower them to make informed
choices about their treatment and care and lifestyle choices. Use evidence
based nursing interventions which are timely and appropriate.
- Employ effective partner notification strategies to ensure contact attendance
and treatment.
About us
We are community hospitals, neighbourhood teams and community health services across Worcestershire and the provider of Mental Health and Learning Disability services across both Herefordshire and Worcestershire. We work in partnership with other organisations to keep our community well at home for as long as possible.
We provide services for people of all ages, across a range of settings, experiencing both physical and/or mental health conditions.
We have an open and supportive culture, recognised by the CQC and other external regulators. We want you to thrive, offering you every opportunity to develop. We will support you; help you fulfil your ambitions with a varied and flexible training programme; and empower you to make positive changes within your team or service. We endeavour to offer an attractive work-life balance, with flexibility in our approach to help you get the most out of your career.
We provide our staff with direct access to a wealth of resources to support their wellbeing, from our Staff Mental Health and Wellbeing Hub, to wellbeing festivals or access to free online exercise classes.
At the core of our values, we are committed to equality, diversity, inclusion and human rights. We take every opportunity to strengthen our approach to equality and diversity in delivering best patient care and the employment of our staff.
We would encourage you to visit the Trusts Recruitment Microsite, click the Employer Website link.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- Assess,
diagnose and treat genital conditions with utilisation of diagnostic microscopy
techniques. Supply medicines under Patient Group Directions. (If available)
- Assess contraceptive needs and medical eligibility for contraceptive methods.
Supply hormonal methods of contraception under Patient Group Directions.
- Work with vulnerable clients and act as an advocate to ensure that sexual
health services and other services are accessible and appropriate to their
needs.
- Support the Senior Nurse/clinic lead in managing the operational function of
the service.
- Provide day to day supervision and
co-ordination of the nursing, support teams and the administration and clerical
team when appropriate.
- Participate in the staff development reviews of the nursing and admin team and
ensure Mandatory Training is up to date
- Provide mentorship for students and colleagues, actively contributing to
creating excellent learning environments.
- Work with sexual health colleagues to meet the requirements of the clinical
governance agenda.
- Participate in clinical supervision and
support unqualified colleagues in accessing regular clinical supervision.
For full detail of the duties and criteria for the role please refer to the job description and person specification attached.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- Assess,
diagnose and treat genital conditions with utilisation of diagnostic microscopy
techniques. Supply medicines under Patient Group Directions. (If available)
- Assess contraceptive needs and medical eligibility for contraceptive methods.
Supply hormonal methods of contraception under Patient Group Directions.
- Work with vulnerable clients and act as an advocate to ensure that sexual
health services and other services are accessible and appropriate to their
needs.
- Support the Senior Nurse/clinic lead in managing the operational function of
the service.
- Provide day to day supervision and
co-ordination of the nursing, support teams and the administration and clerical
team when appropriate.
- Participate in the staff development reviews of the nursing and admin team and
ensure Mandatory Training is up to date
- Provide mentorship for students and colleagues, actively contributing to
creating excellent learning environments.
- Work with sexual health colleagues to meet the requirements of the clinical
governance agenda.
- Participate in clinical supervision and
support unqualified colleagues in accessing regular clinical supervision.
For full detail of the duties and criteria for the role please refer to the job description and person specification attached.
Person Specification
Knowledge
Essential
- Up-to-date knowledge of developments around sexual health and general nursing issues
- Evidence of continuing education in the speciality
Desirable
- Evidence of competency in microscopy techniques
Skills & Abilities
Essential
- A positive attitude and able to act on feedback
- Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in English in both verbal and written formats
Additional Criteria
Essential
- Ability to work as part of a team and independently
- Positive non-judgemental approach
- Willingness to undertake relevant training.
- Ability to offer flexibility of working to meet needs of the service.
- Able to meet the travel requirements of the role .
Experience
Essential
- Recent experience in sexual health nursing
- Competent practitioner in Genitourinary Medicine or Contraception and Reproductive Health
- Experience of supervising junior staff
- Teaching and mentorship experience
- Experience of conducting audit
Qualifications
Essential
- RN (level 1)
- NMC Registered
- Degree in nursing or other relevant field or evidence of working towards
- ENB 276 / APPS 3049 / R71 or equivalent
- ENB 998 or equivalent or willing to work towards
- Sub-dermal Implant competency (or within 3 months)
- I understand that I will be asked to provide original certificates to verify my qualifications at point of offer
Person Specification
Knowledge
Essential
- Up-to-date knowledge of developments around sexual health and general nursing issues
- Evidence of continuing education in the speciality
Desirable
- Evidence of competency in microscopy techniques
Skills & Abilities
Essential
- A positive attitude and able to act on feedback
- Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in English in both verbal and written formats
Additional Criteria
Essential
- Ability to work as part of a team and independently
- Positive non-judgemental approach
- Willingness to undertake relevant training.
- Ability to offer flexibility of working to meet needs of the service.
- Able to meet the travel requirements of the role .
Experience
Essential
- Recent experience in sexual health nursing
- Competent practitioner in Genitourinary Medicine or Contraception and Reproductive Health
- Experience of supervising junior staff
- Teaching and mentorship experience
- Experience of conducting audit
Qualifications
Essential
- RN (level 1)
- NMC Registered
- Degree in nursing or other relevant field or evidence of working towards
- ENB 276 / APPS 3049 / R71 or equivalent
- ENB 998 or equivalent or willing to work towards
- Sub-dermal Implant competency (or within 3 months)
- I understand that I will be asked to provide original certificates to verify my qualifications at point of offer
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
