Integrated Sexual Health Nurse
Job summary
1x fixed term contract for up to 9 months
We have hours from 22.5 to full time which can be discussed at interview.
The post holder will work as part of a countywide team in providing quality, effective and appropriate care for those patients accessing the Countywide Integrated Sexual Health (ISH) service and the Pregnancy Advisory Service (PAS).
Working as an Independent Practitioner, the role requires professional leadership - acting as a role model to junior staff and treating patients within Sexual Health, acting as the Senior Nurse in clinics when required.
Main duties of the job
To deliver high quality sexual health care in Integrated Sexual Health and the Pregnancy Advisory Service after appropriate training. Identifying the needs of the patient using a professional non-judgemental approach, respecting their views and values.
Assess individual patient needs and requirements without supervision. Planning, implementing, and evaluating relevant programmes of care for individual patients aligned with national and local guidance.
Undertake a full range of symptomatic screening procedures in both male and female patients, whilst being responsible for the equipment used. To include asymptomatic screening, and potential further development of symptomatic screening within the nurse role.
Administer and record medication, including Patient Group Directions (PGD) and repeat prescriptions, in accordance with service policy and following Nursing Midwifery Council (NMC) professional guidelines.
Communicate expertly with patients in ways that empower them to make informed choices about their sexual health, being sensitive to issues of age, sexuality, ethnicity, spirituality, cultural needs and socio-economic status, with the aim of minimising their risk of acquiring STI's & Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV).
To work within Fraser Guidelines regarding the provision of care for patients under 16 years of age. To assess Fraser competence and be aware of the referral pathways for safeguarding children and ensure follow up completed.
About us
We have in excess of 5000 staff working over 50 sites, providing a diverse range of services. We strive to support an organisational culture that is welcoming, builds and celebrates inclusivity and diversity and provides a sense of belonging and trust.
The annual NHS Staff Surveygives our people the opportunity to tell us about their experience working at the Trust. For the 2023 survey just over 2800 colleagues gave us their views (58.5%). It was great to see from the results that colleagues are saying that:
- 89.7% believe they are making a positive difference to patients/service users;
- 73.3% would recommend the organisation as a place to work;
- 82.4% agree that care of patients and service users is the organisations priority;
- 76.7% would be happy with the standard of care for a friend or relative
Our results put us as 5th nationally as a Community, Mental Health and Learning Disabilities NHS Employer of Choice and 1st equal amongst all NHS Provider Trusts in the South West. However, we know we have more to do and will continue to drive forward our commitment to making GHC a Great Place to Work.
Date posted
17 January 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 5
Salary
£29,970 to £36,483 a year per annum pro rata
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
9 months
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
327-25-036
Job locations
Hope House, Gloucestershire Royal Hospital
Great Western Road
Gloucester
GL1 3NN
Job description
Job responsibilities
We provide a Multi-professional preceptorship programme that is aligned to the National Preceptorship Framework for Nursing and have been awarded the Interim quality mark from NHS England. Our programme is provided to all Newly Qualified; Nurses, Nursing Associates, Internationally Educated Practitioners, Allied Health Professionals and Return to Practice Practitioners. In addition to the programme we also offer all preceptees the opportunity of enrolling and completing the level 7 (Masters) 15 credit validated module Preceptorship for Healthcare (AP7026).
Newly qualified Social Workers are offered the Assessed and Supported Year in Employment programme (ASYE) which is similar to a preceptorship programme.
The qualification, training & experience requirements for the role are underlined in the Job Description/Person Specification.
Job responsibilities
We provide a Multi-professional preceptorship programme that is aligned to the National Preceptorship Framework for Nursing and have been awarded the Interim quality mark from NHS England. Our programme is provided to all Newly Qualified; Nurses, Nursing Associates, Internationally Educated Practitioners, Allied Health Professionals and Return to Practice Practitioners. In addition to the programme we also offer all preceptees the opportunity of enrolling and completing the level 7 (Masters) 15 credit validated module Preceptorship for Healthcare (AP7026).
Newly qualified Social Workers are offered the Assessed and Supported Year in Employment programme (ASYE) which is similar to a preceptorship programme.
The qualification, training & experience requirements for the role are underlined in the Job Description/Person Specification.
Person Specification
QUALIFICATIONS
Essential
- Registered Nurse with current NMC registration
Desirable
- Willingness to undertake additional training as required, Non-Medical prescribing, Ultrasound scanning, DFSRH, STIF Competencies
LENGTH AND / OR NATURE OF EXPERIENCE
Essential
- Transferable skills gained from clinical experience (including that gained as a student nurse / Health Care Assistant)
Desirable
- Sexual Health and / or Pregnancy Advisory experience
QUALIFICATIONS
Essential
- Registered Nurse with current NMC registration
Desirable
- Willingness to undertake additional training as required, Non-Medical prescribing, Ultrasound scanning, DFSRH, STIF Competencies
LENGTH AND / OR NATURE OF EXPERIENCE
Essential
- Transferable skills gained from clinical experience (including that gained as a student nurse / Health Care Assistant)
Desirable
- Sexual Health and / or Pregnancy Advisory experience
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
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.
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
Gloucestershire Health and Care NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Hope House, Gloucestershire Royal Hospital
Great Western Road
Gloucester
GL1 3NN
Employer's website
https://www.ghc.nhs.uk/who-we-are/jobs/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Gloucestershire Health and Care NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Hope House, Gloucestershire Royal Hospital
Great Western Road
Gloucester
GL1 3NN
Employer's website
https://www.ghc.nhs.uk/who-we-are/jobs/ (Opens in a new tab)
For questions about the job, contact:
Lead Nurse- Integrated Sexual Health
Adam Godwin
03004216548
Date posted
17 January 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 5
Salary
£29,970 to £36,483 a year per annum pro rata
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
9 months
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
327-25-036
Job locations
Hope House, Gloucestershire Royal Hospital
Great Western Road
Gloucester
GL1 3NN
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