Staff Nurse

1 month ago

Haywards Heath, United Kingdom University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust Full time

Job overview

We welcome applications from those who currently hold a UK NMC registration. If you currently hold an overseas nursing qualification and require sponsorship we are not currently direct hiring Internationally Qualified Nurses.

The SHAC service is very excited to advertise a new training post available for registered nurses to apply for, regardless of sexual health and/or contraception experience. Brighton Sexual Health and Contraception is an integrated service in Brighton, and operates across three main sites in the city, with outreach to other parts. We are a multi-professional progressive team providing a comprehensive, evidence based and patient focused service for Contraception and Sexual Health.

Successful candidates will commence employment as a Band 5 nurse, with a comprehensive, structured training plan identifying clinical and managerial training to develop their skills within the speciality. Once all training has been successfully completed the post holder will be promoted to a Band 6. The pathway to a Band 6 role is expected to take up to 24 months, although this will be individual to each post holder and depends on previous nursing and managerial experience. 

Candidates must be able to demonstrate excellent interpersonal and communication skills as the role requires a sensitive, confidential and non-judgmental manner at all times. Evidence of previous team working and flexibility is essential.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will (after in-house training and successful completion of competency based assessments) provide holistic sexual health care to patients attending the service in relation to their sexual health and contraception, as assessed and defined by senior staff. Performing venepuncture, intimate examinations, specimen collection, wart ablative therapy, diagnostic microscopy, recognising and appropriately responding to pregnancy and contraception needs, facilitating effective and timely management of sexual and reproductive health needs through a range of means (including referral to colleagues and / or other services, condom demonstration, access to treatment through the use of PGDs).

Working for our organisation

At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always put the Patient First. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of Staff Networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We’re proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) and a Veteran Aware Trust.

We treat our patients and staff with the same compassion and empathy we expect for ourselves. We’re here for them when they need us, and we go above and beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in our Wellbeing Programme for staff which is extensive and designed to support you when you need it, including where possible, flexible working to support work life balance - because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves. 

As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching and training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us and throughout your career we will help you to grow and develop. We hope that in choosing UHSussex you are choosing a long and happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make and feel valued for all that you do.

We look forward to receiving your application and the start of your journey with UHSussex. 

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Please find attached both the Band 5 and Band 6 Job description and Person specification for full outlines of the job role

Person specification

Experience/ Qualifications

Essential criteria

Registered General Nurse Study at degree level or equivalent level of experience. Willingness to undertake specific training in sexual health and contraception

Desirable criteria

Mentorship course

Skills

Essential criteria

Demonstrates excellent clinical skills Experience working at part of a multidisciplinary team Up to date knowledge of current clinical and professional issues Experience or interest in the area of sexual health, contraception or LGBTQ+ health Evidence of experience in managing and delivering person centred care on daily basis Good standard of written, verbal and interpersonal skills Ability to work as part of a multidisciplinary team Ability to vary communication style according to audience and clinical situation

Desirable criteria

Competent in performing venepuncture Post graduate experience within sexual health providing GUM and/or contraception care Competent in diagnostic microscopy Competent in HPV ablative therapies Ability to apply Fraser competencies for those aged 16 and under Aware of Trust Policies and financial position Experience of delegation Evidence of managing complex patients

People Management and Development

Essential criteria

Good standard of written, verbal and interpersonal skills Ability to work as part of a multidisciplinary team Ability to vary communication style according to audience and clinical situation

Desirable criteria

Experience of clinical supervision and reflective practice Ability to supervise the work of other staff and learners Experience of supervising junior staff, supported by senior staff nurse or manager Ability to co-ordinate the work of the clinic team

Specific Requirements

Essential criteria

Able to prioritise and manage a range of tasks and duties with competing demands. Able to delegate effectively. Able to support the maintenance of a functional clinic environment conducive to the delivery of excellent care Able to participate in the ongoing work of the multidisciplinary team co-ordinating their input as required in the care of individual patients

Desirable criteria

Computer skills including use of databases, spread sheets, Word, Excel, and other clinical support systems.

Freedom to Act

Essential criteria

Works on own initiative within NMC/HPC guidelines, policies and established practice

Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion

Essential criteria

Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role). Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues

Important information for applicants

Flexible Working: If you would like to explore potential options regarding flexible working please speak with the appropriate recruiting/line manager. 

DBS Checks: As part of our commitment to a safe working environment, we undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service check on all new employees where the role is eligible for a criminal record check . We make offers in line with the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1975.

Skilled Worker Visa: Applications for Skilled Worker sponsorship are welcome for those that meet the Visa and Immigrations eligibility criteria. For further information please visit the gov.uk website searching for Skilled Worker.

Closing adverts early: Please apply as early as you're able for this role. In the event of exceptional interest we may close adverts earlier than specified.

UHSussex reserves the right to close the role early if we receive a high volume of applications

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