Job summary An excellent opportunity has arisen for a Nurse Practitioner to join the multi-disciplinary team of staff providing sexual health care to patients across the Health Board, in both hospital and community services, caring for men, women and young people with varying sexual health needs. The modernisation and integration of Sexual Health Services requires a wide range of skills and the willingness to work with a diverse group of service providers. Services provided will include STI screening and treatment, contraceptive provision and care of women in the Pregnancy Advisory Service. Main duties of the job The post holder should be dynamic and visionary and will be required to work closely with a range of professionals, services and other available resources to promote excellent patient care and good patient experience. The post holder is expected to have knowledge and experience of all aspects of Integrated Sexual Health practice. The role will involve providing STI screening and treatment, contraceptive advice and provision, Pregnancy Advisory services, care of people living with HIV and gender services. The post holder is designated to take charge regularly of clinical / ward areas. The post holder will work closely with and actively support the Integrated Sexual Health (ISH) Operational Managers and Lead Nurse to ensure the delivery of high quality nursing care that supports the provision of an effective sexual health service to all patients attending ISH services across Swansea Bay Health Board. The post holder is required to work in an autonomous role, performing triage/assessments on patients accessing the service and required to make clinical decisions based upon their assessment skills and knowledge. Following training and competency based assessment, the post holder will supply and administer medicines as per Patient Group Directions (PGD's). The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply. The post holder will be expected to travel between clinics between Neath Port Talbot and Swansea. About us We believe staff are our best asset and wewant you to be happy and confident about starting your career here in Swansea Bay University Health Board. As one of the biggest healthcare groups in the UK we can offer a wealth of professional training and development opportunities in an innovative, forward-thinking organisation. You might be a nurse ordoctor, maybe you specialise in a health science/therapy or can offer skills in one of our support services - wehave a job for you. There are also apprenticeships, work placementsand volunteering roles available. We are an inclusive employer and welcome applications from everyone whatever their sex; religion or belief; race; age; sexual orientation; gender identity or, whether they are pregnant or have recently been on maternity leave, married or are in a civil partnership; or, whether they are disabled. Our values - Caring For Each Other, Working Together and Always Improving, show thatour commitment to equality is at the heart of everything we do. If you want excellent career and training opportunities while living on the doorstep of some of Europe's most spectacular scenery,with all the benefits of a thriving and cosmopolitan city - look no further. Date posted 06 November 2024 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 5 Salary £30,420 to £45,637 a year per annum pro rata Contract Permanent Working pattern Part-time Reference number 130-NMR380-1124 Job locations Singleton Hospital Sketty Lane Swansea SA2 8QA Job description Job responsibilities You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac. The post holder will be required to ensure delivery of key service targets and priorities, in a safe, sustainable and effective environment and will assist in the modernisation and delivery of seamless services as part of the Primary and Community Services Team. The role will adhere to Health Board values of caring, working together and always improving as we strive to provide high quality care. The role will involve providing STI screening and treatment, contraceptive advice and provision, Pregnancy Advisory services, care of people living with HIV and gender services. Job description Job responsibilities You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac. The post holder will be required to ensure delivery of key service targets and priorities, in a safe, sustainable and effective environment and will assist in the modernisation and delivery of seamless services as part of the Primary and Community Services Team. The role will adhere to Health Board values of caring, working together and always improving as we strive to provide high quality care. The role will involve providing STI screening and treatment, contraceptive advice and provision, Pregnancy Advisory services, care of people living with HIV and gender services. Person Specification Qualifications Essential Registered Nurse Relevant Degree/Diploma Desirable HIV certificate Counsellling certificate Contraceptive qualified STIF Course Experience Essential Experience Desirable Working within sexual health Working in related speciality Skills / Abilities Essential Awareness of sexual health Awareness of confidentiality Awareness of non-judgemental attitude Ability to work under pressure IT literate Desirable Research / audit skills Good organisational skills Additional requirements Essential Highly motivated Awareness of accountability Flexible approach to work Punctuality Person Specification Qualifications Essential Registered Nurse Relevant Degree/Diploma Desirable HIV certificate Counsellling certificate Contraceptive qualified STIF Course Experience Essential Experience Desirable Working within sexual health Working in related speciality Skills / Abilities Essential Awareness of sexual health Awareness of confidentiality Awareness of non-judgemental attitude Ability to work under pressure IT literate Desirable Research / audit skills Good organisational skills Additional requirements Essential Highly motivated Awareness of accountability Flexible approach to work Punctuality 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). 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. 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 Swansea Bay University Health Board Address Singleton Hospital Sketty Lane Swansea SA2 8QA Employer's website https://sbuhb.nhs.wales/ (Opens in a new tab)