About this role
Job summary
An opportunity has arisen for a highly qualified Sexual Health Nurse to apply for the role of Team Leader for Central and West Lancashire localities Sexual Health Services. This is permanent post, hours will be the candidates current substantive hours, days and times will be negotiated with the successful candidate following interview. The successful applicant will work alongside another Team Leader in a job sharing role providing leadership across the 2 localities. The service is open 6 days a week Monday- Saturday. Clinics are run from sites across Central and West Lancashire.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will be responsible for the day-to-day operational management, delivery and development of the Sexual Health Nursing team. They will undertake nurse led clinics in Contraception and GUM
About us
Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is ideally situated just a forty five minute drive from Manchester. The Trust provides services to the 440,000 residents of Blackpool, Fylde & Wyre and Lancashire, as well as specialist tertiary care for Cardiac and Haematology patients.
As one of the United Kingdom's largest coastal resort, Blackpool has plenty to offer its residents -it's not just a good place to work; it's a great place to live. In addition to its bustling centre and historic seafront, the town is world famous for its many attractions, including the famous Blackpool Tower. Blackpool also offers a number of scenic cycling routes round our local parks and across the surrounding countryside, as well as boasting panoramic views of the coast on its picturesque Promenade. Further afield, Blackpool also benefits from less than three-hour connections via rail to Edinburgh in the north and London in the south.
Job description Job responsibilities
The role will include
Day to day management of the service Planning Service Delivery Management o Staff Attendance (Sickness / Annual Leave) and Performance Issues 1:1s & appraisals for direct reports and ensure that there is a robust mechanism in place for the rest of team. Support the management of the Sexual Health budget Management of incidents/ complaints Review and report against service KPIs and Audits To provide clinical management of patients with contraceptive, genito-urinary or sexual health conditions whilst working autonomously but in collaboration with other health professionals Please see attached job description and personal specification for further details.
Person Specification
Education & Qualification Essential
First level registered Nurse DCSRH, MW212 or equivalent contraceptive course Completed degree in relevant field and studying at masters level? Post registration certification in mentorship/teaching and assessing (EMB 998/997 or equivalent) Management qualification or equivalent experience
Desirable
Completed First Issue contraception course or equivalent Completion of specialist training for sub dermal contraceptive implant fitting and removal
Experience & Knowledge Essential
5 years current experience in sexual health Ability to independently undertake male and female genital examinations and screening tests Experience of working with PGD's Experience of working with young people Evidence of ongoing professional development Experience of line managing staff and clinical areas Evidence of participation in audit and research
Desirable
Experience of partner notification
Skills and Ability Essential
Ability to undertake comprehensive sexual, medical and family history at patient consultation Ability to plan episode of care for GUM or contraceptive patients including issuing medications according to PGDs Ability to undertake direct microscopy and venepuncture Demonstrate advanced knowledge of clinical issues within sexual health Ability to act as a clinical mentor within the service Ability to provide formal training to the multidisciplinary team In depth understanding of clinical governance Excellent verbal and written communication skills Ability to set and establish priorities Ability to make decisions Ability to produce and manage an effective staff Rota Delegation skills Ability to manage human and physical resources Team player and team leadership qualities Strategic thinker Ability to work autonomously IT literate Able to influence and communicate at a senior level Ability to undertake Personal Development Plans for designated staff Self-motivated and Enthusiastic Able to enable and empower people Ability to work on own initiative within professional limitations and as part of a team Approachable Flexible Non-judgmental Car owner/driver or access to suitable alternative transport arrangements
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.
Certificate of Sponsorship 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).
Employer details Employer name Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address Sexual Health Services
Fatima Health Centre
Preston
PR2 9QB
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.blackpoolteachinghospitals.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)