registered nurse Nottingham, England
Job description
Band 5
Job overview
We are looking for a hard working, enthusiastic Band 5 nurse with an interest in sexual health to join the integrated sexual health service at NUH.
The sexual health nurse works autonomously and as a team member to provide sexual health services, contraception and outpatient services to HIV patients.
Sexual health services are delivered in the hubs, spokes and various outreach settings. The post holder will be expected to deliver clinics within the various settings.
Main duties of the job
Please refer to the job description and person specification attached to the advert for the full details of the vacancy.
NUH offers all sexual health services within a variety of locations to meet the needs of the patients. Contraception, STI diagnosis and treatment, sexual dysfunction, HIV management, partner notification, health promotion and counselling are offered at the main hubs at Nottingham City Hospital and Victoria Health Centre and a number community settings.
Targeted services are offered in non-traditional healthcare settings for hard to reach groups.
The sexual health service operates from 8.30-19.00, Monday to Friday and 09.30-14.00 on Saturdays. Occasionally out of hours services are also delivered in outreach settings.
Working for our organisation
With over 17,000 staff, we are one of the biggest employers in the city with a central role in supporting the health and wellbeing of our local population. We play a leading role in research, education and innovation.
Come and join our wonderful team at NUH. We are big believers in diversity and welcome new ideas to help develop our team in order to deliver world class healthcare to the vast patient populations we serve. With endless personal development opportunities available, at NUH we will endeavour to turn your job into a career!
We particularly welcome applications from people who identify as Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic, or Disabled, as we are striving to be better represented at NUH.
The Integrated Sexual Health team at NUH are a friendly and forward thinking team. Services are delivered in a variety of settings to meet the needs of population of Nottingham and Nottinghamshire.
The post holder will join a clinical team of health care assistant's, nurse's, doctors, counsellors, psychotherapist and outreach workers to deliver sexual health and contraception to our patients.
Trainee doctors and nurses are frequently allocated placements within the sexual health service. All members of the team are actively involved in their training.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Please familiarize yourself with the full job description and person specification documents attached to this advert.
Person specification
Communication and relationship skills
Essential criteria
- Demonstrate effective written and verbal communication skills
- Demonstrate self-awareness and understanding of personal accountability
Desirable criteria
- Demonstration of team working and ability to work within a team
Training
Essential criteria
- Current level one NMC registration
- Evidence of continuing professional development / reflective profile
- Competent in medicines management
- Evidence of post basic study
- Interest in sexual health & willingness to learn
Desirable criteria
- Possession of a Mentoring Certificate
- Sexually Transmitted Infection Foundation (STIF) Level Qualification
- Recognised Contraception and/or Sexual Health qualification
Experience
Essential criteria
- Supervision of non-registered staff and students
- Ability to convey sensitive information in an empathetic manner to patients, relative/carers and staff
- Evidence of Safeguarding Training
Desirable criteria
- Demonstrate an involvement in link nurse, or project work
- Ability to work with minimal supervision
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Come and join our wonderful team at NUH. We are big believers in diversity and welcome new ideas to help develop our team in order to deliver world class healthcare to the vast patient populations we serve. With endless personal development opportunities available, at the NUH we will endeavour to turn your job into a career!
We particularly welcome applications from people who identify as Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic, or Disabled, as we are striving to be better represented at NUH.
Closing Dates: Please submit your application form as soon as possible to avoid disappointment; we reserve the right to close vacancies prior to the published closing date if we receive a sufficient number of completed application forms.
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Salary: The quoted salary will be on a pro rata basis for part time workers.
Disability Confidence: All applicants who have declared a disability and who meet the essential criteria for the post will be shortlisted.
At Risk of redundancy: NHS employees within the East Midlands who are ‘at risk’ of redundancy will be given a preferential interview where they meet the essential criteria of the person specification.
International Recruitment: If you are applying for a role with us from outside of the UK then please read the guidance on applying for a health or social care job in the UK from abroad.
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Consent:
- Transfer of information: If I have previous NHS service - I consent to the transfer of my Electronic Staff Record (ESR) data between this and other NHS Trusts. I also consent to the Occupational Health Department confidentially accessing my occupational health records from my current or previous employer in order to check the status of my vaccinations, immunisations s and screening tests as relevant to the post. I understand this is an automated process and the information will only be used for these purposes prior to me taking up the position at NUH.
- Disclosure and Barring Service: Your post maybe subject to a DBS check which incur a cost dependent on the level of check required (£41.90 for enhanced and £21.90 for standard). I agree to reimburse Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust the cost of a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check if it is required (by deduction from first month’s pay). Should I decide to withdraw from my job offer, I agree to reimburse Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust the cost of the DBS check undertaken by cheque or other agreed method.
