Job summary Please note this is a casual vacancy working on an ad-hoc basis covering periods of annual leave and sickness only. W hen needed, shifts will be on a Tuesday/Wednesday to support the surgical list. Are you a Registered Adult Nurse or Midwife who is passionate about reproductive healthcare but are unable to commit to a permanent job right now? Are you looking to broaden your knowledge in a new area of healthcare? We are looking for a Nurse or Midwife Practitioner to join the team in our Bournemouth unit on a casual basis. About the role: You will provide high quality clinical care to our clients across a range of BPAS reproductive healthcare services including termination of pregnancy, STI testing & treatment, contraception & vasectomy. You'll be involved in all stages of the client pathway from consultation through to treatment & will work in all areas of the unit including theatre & recovery. This role will involve providing treatment & clinical information to clients both in person & over the phone. About You You'll be a Registered Adult Nurse Level 1 or Midwife with active NMC registration & PIN. You will have clinical practice experience of at least 12 months & have a keen interest in sexual health and reproductive healthcare. Clinical knowledge & experience of safeguarding & Fraser/Gillick competencies are essential for this role. With excellent interpersonal, communication & listening skills you will be adept at caring for clients in a compassionate and empathetic way. Main duties of the job You will work in accordance with NMC guidelines for Professional Practice & the wider regulatory frameworks of the Abortion Act 1967 & Health & Social Care Act as well as BPAS clinical policies and procedures. Ensure that the client understands her options in relation to the pregnancy &, if choosing termination, meets the ground of the Abortion Act. Provide information on STI Testing, undertake tests and provide results and also discuss, inform and confirm the clients future choice of contraception. Carefully check for and implement any procedure indicated on client case notes, including administering medication for Medical Abortion procedures or cervical preparation. Carry out post treatment check-ups by assessing the physical condition of the client and discussing any concerns Complete relevant paperwork and in the event of post treatment problems, make arrangements with the clinic or refer to an NHS agency if necessary. To care for and support clients undergoing surgical treatments. This could include general anaesthetic, conscious sedation or local anaesthetic. We are also looking for: Sound & accurate administrative competence with attention to detail Gynecological nursing experience or relevant specialty i.e., sexual health, contraception Venepuncture / cannulation skills Comfortable using IT and Microsoft Packages including Outlook, Word and Microsoft Teams About us British Pregnancy Advisory Service (BPAS) is the UK's largest independent women's reproductive healthcare charity. We work mainly on behalf of the NHS across the country providing abortion, contraception, STI testing & treatment. We specialise in evidence-based, not-for-profit care reproductive healthcare. Working with us: Alongside a supportive and friendly working environment, BPAS has generous benefits: Life assurance cover at 3 times salary 34 days annual leave per year A defined contribution pension scheme. You will have access to our employee benefits programme through BHSF which includes special health & wellbeing services & lifestyle offers for you & your family. This includes various salary sacrifice schemes, counselling services & free private GP appointments. BPAS is committed to safeguarding & promoting the welfare of vulnerable adults, children & young people through a safer recruitment framework. This includes a thorough selection process & a number of pre-employment checks. Date posted 31 January 2025 Pay scheme Other Salary £18.94 to £22.88 an hour - depending on skills & experience Contract Bank Working pattern Part-time, Flexible working Reference number B0201-BOUR-NMP-CASUAL Job locations B P A S Ophir Road Bournemouth BH8 8LS Job description Job responsibilities A full job description and further information can be found on the right hand side of the page and is available for you to download and review. Further Information Salary : £18.94 to £22.88 per hour depending on skills and experience Shift Pattern : Casual. Working on an ad-hoc basis to cover periods of annual leave and sickness. For the opening hours of the unit please visit www.bpas.org/ Location: BPAS Bournemouth: 23-25 Ophir Rd, Bournemouth BH8 8LS Interested so far? Don't delay, apply today This job advert may close before the advertised closing date if sufficient applications have been received. Please apply for this job as soon as you can, if interested. The Small Print: All applicants must be pro-choice. If you do not hear from us within 2 weeks of the closing date, unfortunately you will not have been shortlisted on this occasion. References: All offers of employment are conditional based on satisfactory pre-employment checks. We require applicants to provide 3 years of employment references including information on reasons for leaving and any gaps in employment. Job description Job responsibilities A full job description and further information can be found on the right hand side of the page and is available for you to download and review. Further Information Salary : £18.94 to £22.88 per hour depending on skills and experience Shift Pattern : Casual. Working on an ad-hoc basis to cover periods of annual leave and sickness. For the opening hours of the unit please visit www.bpas.org/ Location: BPAS Bournemouth: 23-25 Ophir Rd, Bournemouth BH8 8LS Interested so far? Don't delay, apply today This job advert may close before the advertised closing date if sufficient applications have been received. Please apply for this job as soon as you can, if interested. The Small Print: All applicants must be pro-choice. If you do not hear from us within 2 weeks of the closing date, unfortunately you will not have been shortlisted on this occasion. References: All offers of employment are conditional based on satisfactory pre-employment checks. We require applicants to provide 3 years of employment references including information on reasons for leaving and any gaps in employment. Person Specification Qualifications Essential Registered Adult Nurse level 1 / Registered Midwife (practising) Active NMC registration and valid PIN Desirable Contraception skills Ultrasound scanning skills Experience Essential A minimum 12 months clinical practice experience Experience of general nursing or midwifery. Experience completing client documentation and working within guidelines, policies and procedures. Knowledge of Health & Safety and COSHH requirements and infection control Desirable Gynaecological nursing experience or relevant speciality i.e. sexual health, contraception General Essential Do you support a woman's right to choose abortion? Are you the family or friend of a current BPAS employee? If yes, please state the name and the nature of the relationship. Please state your Professional body and membership e.g. NMC Midwives (RM) Please state your Membership/Registration number along with your expiry/renewal date Are you aware this position is a casual vacancy only working on an ad-hoc basis covering annual leave and sickness at our unit in Bournemouth? Although this is a casual contract, when needed, shifts will be on a Tuesday/Wednesday to support the surgical list. What is your availability on these days? Desirable Please list any further information you wish to add in support of your application for this role. Person Specification Qualifications Essential Registered Adult Nurse level 1 / Registered Midwife (practising) Active NMC registration and valid PIN Desirable Contraception skills Ultrasound scanning skills Experience Essential A minimum 12 months clinical practice experience Experience of general nursing or midwifery. Experience completing client documentation and working within guidelines, policies and procedures. Knowledge of Health & Safety and COSHH requirements and infection control Desirable Gynaecological nursing experience or relevant speciality i.e. sexual health, contraception General Essential Do you support a woman's right to choose abortion? Are you the family or friend of a current BPAS employee? If yes, please state the name and the nature of the relationship. Please state your Professional body and membership e.g. NMC Midwives (RM) Please state your Membership/Registration number along with your expiry/renewal date Are you aware this position is a casual vacancy only working on an ad-hoc basis covering annual leave and sickness at our unit in Bournemouth? Although this is a casual contract, when needed, shifts will be on a Tuesday/Wednesday to support the surgical list. What is your availability on these days? Desirable Please list any further information you wish to add in support of your application for this role. 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). 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. 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 British Pregnancy Advisory Service (BPAS) Address B P A S Ophir Road Bournemouth BH8 8LS Employer's website https://www.bpas.org (Opens in a new tab)