As a clinical expert, the post holder will deliver a range of skilled sexual and reproductive health care interventions, including long‑acting contraception (intra‑uterine contraceptive devices), testing and treatment of sexual infections and blood‑borne viruses, and sexual health advising. They will provide accessible, appropriate, high‑quality, culturally sensitive, safe and effective care to Sandyford service users, working in partnership with the Team Leader, the multi‑professional team, service users, care providers and other agencies. A live NMC UK pin is required.
Responsibilities
* Function as an independent practitioner by virtue of in‑depth knowledge, expertise, proficiency and experience providing sexual and reproductive health care to patients based on a social model of health care and manage individual patient consultations within a legal and ethical framework, in line with clinical protocols/guidance, clinical governance and professional accountability.
* Undertake risk assessments in relation to STI and carry out screening for symptomatic individuals, demonstrating the ability to plan or coordinate care following clearly defined protocols, guidelines and policies, ensuring understanding and consent of the patient.
* Demonstrate the ability to make or confirm a differential diagnosis predominantly using written guidelines or protocols.
* Interpret clinical results within the scope of knowledge and experience and make referrals as appropriate.
* Be responsible for disclosing and explaining the diagnosis and implications of bacterial sexually transmitted infections to a patient or partner.
* Provide appropriate treatment and ensure effective partner notification for those diagnosed with a range of STIs.
Qualifications
* Minimum of a graduate certificate (honours degree level) qualification specific to sexual and reproductive health with a core educational focus on the development of clinical competence.
* Development of a NES TURAS Professional Portfolio containing evidence of qualifications, clinical competence and continued professional development.
* Competence in Subdermal Contraceptive Implant Device Fitting & Removal.
* Competence in Intra‑uterine contraceptive device fitting.
* Non‑medical prescriber V300 qualification.
* Registered nurse, Adult or Mental Health, currently registered with the Nursing & Midwifery Council.
* Evidence of contraceptive and sexual infection knowledge, including public health/partner notification, obtained from modular learning or post‑registration course.
* Evidence of continuing professional development relevant to sexual health.
* Significant experience of working in sexual health, gynaecology or a related area of practice, enabling effective fulfilment of the responsibilities of the role.
* Ability to work on own initiative and within a team.
* Ability to work to challenging deadlines.
* Excellent communication skills, verbal and written.
Desirable
* Full driving licence.
Benefits
* Employee Assistance Programme.
* Cycle to Work Scheme.
* Bursary scheme.
* Extensive learning and development opportunities.
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