About this role
Job summary
We are looking for a skilled and motivatedSexual Health Nurse to join our multidisciplinary team at The Riverside Clinic, delivering a comprehensive, patient-centred contraceptive and sexual health service.
In this role, you will work collaboratively with medical, nursing, and support staff to provide high-quality, confidential care to a diverse patient population. You will also contribute to the organisation and day-to-day management of the department, supporting service delivery, supervising staff as required, and participating in the teaching and development of students.
You will play an active role in the continued development of nurse-led services, helping to shape and enhance the care we provide in line with best practice and service need. This is an excellent opportunity for a nurse who is passionate about sexual health, values teamwork, and is keen to contribute to service innovation and improvement.
Main duties of the job
Perform venepuncture as required. Triage patients and act as resource for questions concerning sexual health Assist with the multi-disciplinary care and treatment of HIV patients. Liaise with the department HIV team to discuss care as required. With advanced clinical skill and using departmental protocols, undertake a sexual and contraceptive history, examination and screening for sexually acquired infection for unselected (symptomatic and asymptomatic) patients. Take a detailed sexual history and discuss partner notification To work within the SSHA(Society of sexual health advisors) guidelines i.e. Code of Ethics, Code of Conduct guidelines for good practice and partner notification policy. Examine patients and take appropriate swabs/samples in accordance with the British Association for Sexual Health and HIV (BASHH) Give treatments as per Patient Group Directions Perform cryotherapy, and advise on home wart treatment for patients Give advice on contraceptive options. Perform pregnancy tests as necessary and give emergency contraception if required. Discuss safer sex issues. Give a condom demonstration as required and issue condoms/C Card as appropriate. Give vaccinations/treatments/contraception by IM injection as required. Be able to assess Fraser competence as part of a team of professionals and be aware of referral pathways for Safeguarding children as stipulated by the RUH, local Safeguarding Children's Board, liaising with other professionals as necessary.
About us
At the RUH we put people at the heart of what we do, working together as one team to make a difference for our patients, each other, and our community. No matter what your role is, we value everyone's contribution in supporting the exceptional, person-centred care we pride ourselves on.
We are proud to be in thetop 20 best hospitals to work for in the country.
We are committed to creating a compassionate and inclusive environment. This can be seen in our growing community of staff networks - celebrating successes and creating opportunities to listen and learn. We value our differences, champion kindness and civility, and truly believe that diversity makes us stronger.
A culture of learning, developing and innovating is the thread that runs throughout our whole organisation. We want to support you to thrive, taking your career to its full potential.
We value staff wellbeing, with a well-established programme of support. We believe in a holistic approach spanning all aspects of living a healthy life, including physical, emotional, spiritual and financial wellbeing. We've even got a pool!
We are committed to supporting you and hope you want to join our team. In the meantime, find out more about living and working the beautiful historic city of Bath, learn about our extensive package of staff benefits, and read about how we're providing healthcare fit for the future with the landmark Dyson Cancer Centre and our passion for research.
Job description Job responsibilities
Supervise junior staff in the delivery of care, through effective monitoring, mentoring, clinical supervision and reflective practice.
Demonstrate an in-depth understanding of child protection and vulnerable adult issues and support staff to act on any concerns as necessary.
Health advising skills to include partner notification discussions, provider referrals and completion of patient tasks on the clinic EPR system. Rotate to work in the health advisor office as per service need.
Perform venepuncture as required.
Stain slides and perform microscopy for detection and diagnosis of sexual infection after appropriate training.
Triage patients and act as resource for questions concerning sexual health
Assist with the multi-disciplinary care and treatment of HIV patients. Liaise with the department HIV team to discuss care as required.
Co-ordinate nurse led follow-up clinics.
With advanced clinical skill and using departmental protocols, undertake a sexual and contraceptive history, examination and screening for sexually acquired infection for unselected (symptomatic and asymptomatic) patients.
Take a detailed sexual history and discuss partner notification
To work within the SSHA(Society of sexual health advisors) guidelines i.e. Code of Ethics, Code of Conduct guidelines for good practice and partner notification policy.
Examine patients and take appropriate swabs/samples in accordance with the British Association for Sexual Health and HIV (BASHH)
Give treatments as per Patient Group Directions
Perform cryotherapy, and advise on home wart treatment for patients
Give advice on contraceptive options. Perform pregnancy tests as necessary and give emergency contraception if required. Discuss safer sex issues. Give a condom demonstration as required and issue condoms/C Card as appropriate.
Commence appropriate contraception after assessing the patients needs and requirements.
Give vaccinations/treatments/contraception by IM injection as required.
Have an in-depth knowledge of the Fraser Guidelines regarding provision of contraception and sexual health to young people under the age of 16.
Be able to assess Fraser competence as part of a team of professionals and be aware of referral pathways for Safeguarding children as stipulated by the RUH, local Safeguarding Childrens Board, liaising with other professionals as necessary.
Complete an additional assessment template for spotting the signs of child sexual exploitation, for all those attending the service who are under 18 years of age.
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
Qualification in contraception and sexual health
Desirable
Non medical prescriber
Experience Essential
Minimum of 2 years' experience working in the field of contraception and sexual health.
Desirable
Experience in mentoring/supporting learners/NVQ assessor.
Knowledge Essential
Experience of working with young people with a good understanding of Fraser guidelines and safeguarding children.
Skills Essential
oVenepuncture
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 Royal United Hospitals Bath NHS Foundation Trust
Address The Riverside Clinic, Riverside Health Centre
James St West
Bath
BA1 2BT
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.ruh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)