Job summary Midlands Partnership NHS Foundation Trust (MPFT) has an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic, committed and experienced sexual health nurse to work within the integrated Sexual Health Service in Telford. The role involves being exposed to sensitive and confidential information it is imperative to ensure that this is dealt with in line with organisational policies and information governance. Main duties of the job We are looking for candidates who have the necessary skills and experience to provide sexual health and contraception services to patients in our clinics. Evidence of experience and additional post registration qualifications and/or competences in the speciality must be demonstrated. Most importantly we are looking for someone with a passion for contraception and sexual health, a 'can do' attitude, an ability to work independently and as part of our multi-disciplinary team. Main duties of the job include: The post holder will support the provision of high-quality integrated care within Sexual Health Services. To work as part of a team and independently in nurse-led and outreach community settings as required. To provide a high quality and holistic service and be responsible for the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of care. The post -holder will provide high - quality genito - urinary medical care to patients, including the assessment, examination, diagnosis and management of common genito - urinary conditions in line with current guidelines. Issue selected treatments and contraception under advanced Patient Group Directions or as an Independent non - medical prescriber. To play an active part in the continuing development of the Sexual Health Service. Line management responsibilities of allocated staff, to include supervision, sickness and performance management and appraisals. About us Midlands Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust Inclusion service offers psychological and drug & alcohol services, in the community, and in prisons, and has contracts across the country. As an organisation we serve a population of 1.5 million and currently employ around 9000 members of staff. We have a wide range of exciting opportunities for people looking to work in a truly integrated NHS organisation. By joining MPFT you will become part of a team who are empowered and supported to deliver care in a way which is consistent with our values: Putting people at the heart of what we do Empowering people to improve care and wellbeing Delivering better health, better care in partnership Date posted 15 October 2024 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 6 Salary £37,338 to £44,962 a year Per annum, pro rata Contract Permanent Working pattern Part-time Reference number 301-IT-24-6685193 Job locations Telford ISHS Bishton Court Telford TF3 4JE Job description Job responsibilities Please see the Job Description and Person Specification for further details, a summary is below: To be responsible for setting high standards of care within the resources available and to review and monitor these on a continuous basis, through the process of audit, to ensure continuing quality of care. Contribute to the delivery of evidencebased personalised and compassionate care which places quality at the heart of specialist practice. Care will be responsive to individual needs and reflect current local protocols and national guidelines To lead and undertake nurse led clinics working alongside nursing colleagues, to ensure continuity of service provision. Assess the contraceptive need of the client, taking a comprehensive medical, gynaecological, sexual and social history as appropriate. Undertake risk assessment, clinical examination and testing for sexually transmitted infection, and issue treatments under PGD or as an independent prescriber. To assess and deliver contraceptive care as required, including pregnancy testing and contraception provision of all methods, including LARCs. To fit and remove sub-dermal implants competently or to work towards this. To fit and remove intrauterine devices competently or to work towards this To offer pregnancy assessment and support for clients requesting referral for termination of pregnancy. To discuss contraception needs post termination with the clients and provide this appropriately. Job description Job responsibilities Please see the Job Description and Person Specification for further details, a summary is below: To be responsible for setting high standards of care within the resources available and to review and monitor these on a continuous basis, through the process of audit, to ensure continuing quality of care. Contribute to the delivery of evidencebased personalised and compassionate care which places quality at the heart of specialist practice. Care will be responsive to individual needs and reflect current local protocols and national guidelines To lead and undertake nurse led clinics working alongside nursing colleagues, to ensure continuity of service provision. Assess the contraceptive need of the client, taking a comprehensive medical, gynaecological, sexual and social history as appropriate. Undertake risk assessment, clinical examination and testing for sexually transmitted infection, and issue treatments under PGD or as an independent prescriber. To assess and deliver contraceptive care as required, including pregnancy testing and contraception provision of all methods, including LARCs. To fit and remove sub-dermal implants competently or to work towards this. To fit and remove intrauterine devices competently or to work towards this To offer pregnancy assessment and support for clients requesting referral for termination of pregnancy. To discuss contraception needs post termination with the clients and provide this appropriately. Person Specification Qualifications Essential BASHH trained Degree level or equivalent professional qualification Nursing or midwifery qualification and registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Council Experience Essential Extensive post registration experience of working in integrated sexual health services or similar services Person Specification Qualifications Essential BASHH trained Degree level or equivalent professional qualification Nursing or midwifery qualification and registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Council Experience Essential Extensive post registration experience of working in integrated sexual health services or similar services 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 Inclusion Address Telford ISHS Bishton Court Telford TF3 4JE Employer's website https://www.mpft.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)