Job summary
The NHS is changing. More emphasis on community-based care means there's never been a better time to join us.
We are looking for an enthusiastic and adaptable Clinical Nurse Specialist to join our caring and progressive team in Margate.
We're a close team but we're never exclusive, if you can bring a professional approach and fresh ideas we would love to hear from you.
Main duties of the job
Our team delivers high-quality evidence-based care to people to support their sexual health needs.
You'll be part of an enthusiastic and passionate team dedicated to keeping people in Kent and Medway safe and well, now and in later life, by providing contraception, treatment for sexually-transmitted infections, and advice and support to maintain healthy relationships.
You'll provide sound clinical judgement and leadership to support our team to safely deliver patient-centred care, and consistently monitor quality and progress in a challenging but rewarding environment.
About us
Rated 'outstanding' by the CQC, we've got a passion for delivering high standards of patient care and excellent services to improve the health of our communities. To do this we need outstanding people who share our values: compassionate, aspirational, responsive, and excellent.
We know a commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion leads to better patient care and a happier workforce. We pride ourselves in being diverse and welcome applications from people with varied backgrounds, perspectives and experiences.
As a flexible working friendly organisation, we want you to be able to work in a way that is best for us, for our patients and for you. Talk to us about a flexible working arrangement that won't involve sacrificing time for personal interests or family commitments. We'll support you to work flexibly in a way that suits us both.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The job description and person specification gives you all the information you need about this role. Please look carefully at the criteria in the person specification and tell us what you have done that shows you meet this in your application. If you need an application form in an alternative format please let our recruitment team know. All information you supply on your application should, to the best of your knowledge, be true and accurate.
Still have questions? The recruiting manager would love to hear from you; their contact details can be found in the job advert.
At KCHFT we strongly encourage colleagues in clinical and non-clinical roles who have direct or social contact with patients to be fully vaccinated. In this way we will be doing all we can to ensure your safety and that of your colleagues and the patients we serve.
Good luck! We can't wait to meet you and welcome you to #teamKCHFT, #cometocommunity.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
* Registered health care professional (NMC) / minimum of 3 years of experience in health improvement environment
* Health related degree and evidence of relevant post graduate development at Level 7
* Evidence of Post Graduate Specialist qualifications relevant to area of practice (examples -: non-medical prescribing; mentorship, STIF NHIVNA, Counselling or willing to work towards)
* Management or supervisory qualification / programme of study
Desirable
* PTLLS/DTLLS, PGCE or Certificate in Education
* Evidence of further study/qualifications in the field of Risk reduction or Behaviour Change or Public Health
* Accredited Counselling qualification
* Recognised psychosexual qualification
* Working towards Master level study
* LOC for insertion/removal of subdermal implants
* LOC for the insertion of IUC
Experience
Essential
* Minimum of 2 years' experience in area of practice
* Experience of leading and managing teams
* Experience of developing policy and service development plans with practical experience of change management.
* Practical experience in managing health related projects/complex caseloads
* Supporting others (mentor / educator / supervisor) experience
* Experience of working autonomously by leading nurse led clinics.
Desirable
* Experience of using models of Risk reduction/Behaviour change with clients either in 1:1 or in groups
* Experience of working in Health promotion and partner notification.
* Clinical Audit/Research
* Experience with the use of Microsoft Office and a variety of IT packages (E-Pay / E-roster/ AT-P/ CIS)
Knowledge
Essential
* Understanding of National Service Frameworks and NICE guidance to relevant to care setting and its application across health care services
* Evidence of continued relevant professional development and implementation in practice within the last 12 months
* Proven ability to develop effective partnerships to achieve practical outcomes across organisational boundaries including statutory organisations, external agencies, community and voluntary organisations
* Good knowledge of the principles and practice around Partner Notification.
Skills and Ability
Essential
* Ability to manage time effectively, priorities and work under pressure to meet deadlines
* Ability to work effectively with a variety of people at all organisational levels across different sectors including areas of social deprivation
* Ability to communicate complex, sensitive information to individuals and groups
* Strong influencing and negotiating skills
* Highly developed facilitation skills
Personal Attributes
Essential
* Ability to motivate and organise others to ensure best practice.
* Ability to manage and lead change
* Ability to work under pressure
* Flexible and adaptable
Ability to Manage
Essential
* Able to support the implementation of local and national agenda for health under the guidance of the senior Practitioner
* Ability to prioritise care delivery in a professional manner, considering Trust policies and procedures.
* Ability to manage own time effectively.
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.
UK Registration: Applicants must have current UK professional registration.
Employer details
Employer name: Kent Community Health NHS Foundation Trust
Address: Flete Clinic QEQM 164 Ramsgate Rd, Margate, CT9 4BF
Employer's website: https://www.kentcht.nhs.uk/
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