Job summary
We are looking for two experienced and highly motivated Band 6 Sexual Health nurses to join our health teams working across central and west Lancashire.
As a Trust, we recommend that individuals employed in patient facing roles, or those located on a ward or department where patients receive a service are fully vaccinated against COVID-19
Main duties of the job
The post holders will work as part of the Sexual Health Services team , employed by Blackpool Teaching Hospitals working across our sexual health sites in both central and west Lancashire. The role involves assessing, planning and providing sexual health advice, screening and treatment (including contraception) to patients in a supportive confidential environment recognising when to refer a problem onto a Doctor or Specialist Nurse within the service.
There will be an expectation that the post holder will work across all areas of Sexual Health Services including all outreach clinics as required.
About us
Working for Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust will provide you with lots of opportunity to develop your skills and further your career. The Trust provides services to the 440,000 residents of Blackpool, Fylde and Wyre and North Lancashire.
As a Trust we are committed to:
- Developing new roles and ways of working to ensure a flexible and innovative approach to staff.
- Real equality of opportunity.
- Continual development and learning for staff.
- Achieving a work life balance.
We are committed to the effective recruitment, retention and development for our employees, which is why we offer a great working environment, an attractive range of benefits and excellent opportunities for training and development.
The Trust is accredited as a disability Confident employer. That means we recognise our obligations to ensure people with disabilities are afforded equal opportunity to enter employment and progress if and where possible.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To independently undertake and be responsible for sexual health clinical sessions, assessing patients and taking a sexual history, formulating diagnoses and where required initiating treatments using patient group directions and agreed protocols or utilising non-medical prescribing, where suitably qualified, in the management of patients under the care of Sexual Health Services for the treatment of conditions within the practitioners scope of competence.
To provide specialist nursing interventions to the clinical management of patients with sexual health problems, in collaboration with other health professionals.
Independently perform comprehensive male and female genital examinations and investigative procedures for patients including HIV testing and point of care HIV testing including cervical cytology sampling where appropriate.
To perform venepuncture daily.
To give HIV positive results to patients and provide HIV post-test advice and support for newly diagnosed HIV positive patients, their partners, families and friends.
To issue prescribed medication as requested by medical staff or Non-Medical Prescribers and offer relevant/necessary advice in relation to the prescribed medication providing ongoing adherence, support and management for the patient.
To provide sexual health advice to patients following a positive STI diagnosis and implement partner notification measures as per local guidelines and refer the patient to the Health Advising Team.
To administer vaccinations and immunisations (e.g. Hepatitis B vaccine) in conjunction with clinical protocol and Patient Group Directions
Perform testing and interpret specimens using bench microscopy as an aid to support diagnosis (or being willing to undertake training as required).
To provide comprehensive sexual health information, advice, teaching and support to patients enabling them to select and use a method of contraception suited to their needs.
Please visit attached Job Description for more information.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To independently undertake and be responsible for sexual health clinical sessions, assessing patients and taking a sexual history, formulating diagnoses and where required initiating treatments using patient group directions and agreed protocols or utilising non-medical prescribing, where suitably qualified, in the management of patients under the care of Sexual Health Services for the treatment of conditions within the practitioners scope of competence.
To provide specialist nursing interventions to the clinical management of patients with sexual health problems, in collaboration with other health professionals.
Independently perform comprehensive male and female genital examinations and investigative procedures for patients including HIV testing and point of care HIV testing including cervical cytology sampling where appropriate.
To perform venepuncture daily.
To give HIV positive results to patients and provide HIV post-test advice and support for newly diagnosed HIV positive patients, their partners, families and friends.
To issue prescribed medication as requested by medical staff or Non-Medical Prescribers and offer relevant/necessary advice in relation to the prescribed medication providing ongoing adherence, support and management for the patient.
To provide sexual health advice to patients following a positive STI diagnosis and implement partner notification measures as per local guidelines and refer the patient to the Health Advising Team.
To administer vaccinations and immunisations (e.g. Hepatitis B vaccine) in conjunction with clinical protocol and Patient Group Directions
Perform testing and interpret specimens using bench microscopy as an aid to support diagnosis (or being willing to undertake training as required).
To provide comprehensive sexual health information, advice, teaching and support to patients enabling them to select and use a method of contraception suited to their needs.
Please visit attached Job Description for more information.
Person Specification
EDUCATION/QUALIFICATIONS
Essential
- First level registered nurse ENB R71 or equivalent
- Currently undertaking or successfully completed a recognised first issuing of hormonal contraception course or equivalent
- Specialist course or in-house training in STI screening or equivalent
- Mentorship/assessment module/training
- ENB R71 or equivalent
Desirable
- Management qualification
- Non-Medical Prescribing qualification
WORK EXPERIENCE/WORK HISTORY
Essential
- 2 years current experience in sexual health
- Evidence of ongoing professional development
- Experience of working in nurse led clinics and working to PGDs
- Multi-disciplinary working
- Evidence of working with young people and under 16's
- Experience of clinical audit
- Knowledge of data protection acts
- Evidence of risk assessment and management responsibilities
Desirable
- Proficient in cervical cytology and insertion and removal of etonogestrel releasing implant
SKILLS/KNOWLEDGE
Essential
- Ability to independently undertake genital examination and screening tests in both male and female patients
- Able to perform venepuncture
- In depth knowledge of sexual health including STI's and contraceptive methods
- Knowledge of National and local sexual health strategies
- Computer Literate
- Ability to respond to pressure and to prioritise workload
- Ability to formally assess educational programmes for post reg. students
- Good working knowledge of Clinical Governance agenda
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Desirable
- Basic bench microscopy skills
- Proven knowledge and experience of partner notification
PERSONAL QUALITIES/REQUIREMENTS
Essential
- Self-motivated
- Evidence of good communication abilities
- Non-judgmental
- Open and honest
- Flexible
- Ability to work on own initiative within professional limitations and as part of a team
- Car owner/driver and possess full UK drivers license, or be mobile and able to visit locations as and when required
Person Specification
EDUCATION/QUALIFICATIONS
Essential
- First level registered nurse ENB R71 or equivalent
- Currently undertaking or successfully completed a recognised first issuing of hormonal contraception course or equivalent
- Specialist course or in-house training in STI screening or equivalent
- Mentorship/assessment module/training
- ENB R71 or equivalent
Desirable
- Management qualification
- Non-Medical Prescribing qualification
WORK EXPERIENCE/WORK HISTORY
Essential
- 2 years current experience in sexual health
- Evidence of ongoing professional development
- Experience of working in nurse led clinics and working to PGDs
- Multi-disciplinary working
- Evidence of working with young people and under 16's
- Experience of clinical audit
- Knowledge of data protection acts
- Evidence of risk assessment and management responsibilities
Desirable
- Proficient in cervical cytology and insertion and removal of etonogestrel releasing implant
SKILLS/KNOWLEDGE
Essential
- Ability to independently undertake genital examination and screening tests in both male and female patients
- Able to perform venepuncture
- In depth knowledge of sexual health including STI's and contraceptive methods
- Knowledge of National and local sexual health strategies
- Computer Literate
- Ability to respond to pressure and to prioritise workload
- Ability to formally assess educational programmes for post reg. students
- Good working knowledge of Clinical Governance agenda
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Desirable
- Basic bench microscopy skills
- Proven knowledge and experience of partner notification
PERSONAL QUALITIES/REQUIREMENTS
Essential
- Self-motivated
- Evidence of good communication abilities
- Non-judgmental
- Open and honest
- Flexible
- Ability to work on own initiative within professional limitations and as part of a team
- Car owner/driver and possess full UK drivers license, or be mobile and able to visit locations as and when required
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).
Employer details
Employer name
Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Sexual Health Services , Ashurst Medical Centre Skelmersdale / Fatima Centre Preston
Lulworth
Skelmersdale
WN86QS
Employer's website
https://www.bfwh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
