The NHS is changing. More emphasis on community-based care means there's never been a better time to join us.

We are looking for an enthusiastic and adaptable Senior sexual health Nurse to join our caring and progressive team in Chatham.

We're a close team but we're never exclusive, if you can bring a professional approach and fresh ideas we would love to hear from you.

Main duties of the job

Our team delivers high-quality evidence-based care to people to support their sexual health needs.

You'll be part of an enthusiastic and passionate team dedicated to keeping people in Kent and Medway safe and well, now and in later life, by providing contraception, treatment for sexually-transmitted infections, and advice and support to maintain healthy relationships.

You'll provide sound clinical judgement and leadership to support our team to safely deliver patient-centred care, and consistently monitor quality and progress in a challenging but rewarding environment.

About us

Rated 'outstanding' by the CQC, we've got a passion for delivering high standards of patient care and excellent services to improve the health of our communities. To do this we need outstanding people who share our values compassionate Aspirational Responsive Excellent

We know a commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion leads to better patient care and a happier workforce. We pride ourselves in being diverse and welcome applications from people with varied backgrounds, perspectives and experiences

We ask for information about your protected characteristics on our application forms. This isn't visible to anyone involved with shortlisting or interviewing you, except when you choose to be considered under the guaranteed interview scheme due to disability. Short listers will see two ticks alongside your application to ensure they apply the principles of the scheme to your submission

The data we collect helps us to ensure we are attracting diversity in our applicants, that all our colleagues have equitable access to career opportunities and supports us on our journey to being a Great Place to Work

As a flexible working friendly organisation, we want you to be able to work in a way that is best for us, for our patients and for you. Talk to us about a flexible working arrangement that won't involve sacrificing time for personal interests or family commitments. We'll support you to work flexibly in a way that will suits us both

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Job description

Job responsibilities

The job description and person specification gives you all the information you need about this role. Please look carefully at the criteria in the person specification and tell us what you have done that shows you meet this in your application. If you need an application form in an alternative format please let our recruitment team know. All information you supply on your application should, to the best of your knowledge, be true and accurate.

Still have questions? The recruiting manager would love to hear from you, their contact details can be found in the job advert.

We can get a lot of applications for some roles so to be in with the best chance of being shortlisted please make sure you apply as soon as possible. A vacancy may close early if there is a lot of interest in the job.

At KCHFT we strongly encourage colleagues in clinical and non-clinical roles who have direct or social contact with patients to be fully vaccinated. In this way we will be doing all we can to ensure your safety and that of your colleagues and the patients we serve.

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Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Nursing or midwifery qualification and registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Council Degree level or equivalent professional qualification Evidence of Specialist qualifications relevant to area of practice or willing to work towards a Sexual health qualification Mentor qualification Evidence of band 6 competencies using the Sexual Health Nurse Competency Framework or willingness to work towards

Desirable

• Working towards Master level study PTLLS/DTLLS, PGCE or Certificate in Education Documented evidence of NHIVNA competencies NMP or willing to work towards. Clinical leadership, management or supervisory qualification DFSRH HIV Qualification STIF Intermediate

Experience

Essential

• Practical experience in managing health related projects/ complex caseloads Supporting others (mentor / educator / supervisor) experience Minimum of 18 months experience in working within a sexual health service or infectious disease service or acute medical experience or other relevant discipline. Understand and experience of the principles of partner notification for bacterial sexually transmitted infections. Asymptomatic STI screening, testing and management of symptomatic male and female patients

Desirable

• Experience of leading and managing teams Experience with the use of Microsoft Office and a variety of IT packages (E-Pay / E-roster/ TAPs/ CIS) Experience of working in a community environment. Understand and experience of partner notification for all sexually transmitted infections including HIV

Knowledge

Essential

• Understanding of training needs in relation to post Ability to manage time effectively, priorities and work under pressure to meet deadlines Ability to work effectively with a variety of people at all organisational levels across different sectors including areas of social deprivation Ability to communicate complex, sensitive information to individuals and groups Strong influencing and negotiating skills Competent to undertake cervical cytology screening or willingness to undertake training Comprehensive knowledge of all aspects of sexual health and local services. Knowledge of current research in sexual health speciality. Understanding of confidentiality in relation to sexual healthcare Issue selected treatments for contraception under advanced Patient Group Directions including the fitting of contraceptive diaphragms. Competently complete care pathways for patients requesting sub-dermal contraceptive implants / intra-uterine devices. Competent in the diagnosis and management of bacterial and viral STIs Competent in microscopy, or willing to gain this competence

Desirable

• Knowledge of BHIVA treatment and care guidelines including co-infection and pregnancy.

Skills and ability

Essential

• Understanding of training needs in relation to post Ability to manage time effectively, priorities and work under pressure to meet deadlines Ability to work effectively with a variety of people at all organisational levels across different sectors including areas of social deprivation Ability to communicate complex, sensitive information to individuals and groups Strong influencing and negotiating skills Competent to undertake cervical cytology screening or willingness to undertake training Comprehensive knowledge of all aspects of sexual health and local services. Knowledge of current research in sexual health speciality. Understanding of confidentiality in relation to sexual healthcare Issue selected treatments for contraception under advanced Patient Group Directions including the fitting of contraceptive diaphragms. Competently complete care pathways for patients requesting sub-dermal contraceptive implants / intra-uterine devices. Competent in the diagnosis and management of bacterial and viral STIs Competent in microscopy, or willing to gain this competence Able to recognise complex/ unstable health problems E.g. PID/seroconversion. Competent to run a nurse-led clinic

Desirable

• None

Personal attributes

Essential

• Ability to motivate and organise others to ensure best practice. Ability to manage and lead change Ability to work under pressure Flexible and adaptable

Desirable

• Willing to undertake locum duties across nearby localities if able. Car owner/driver.

Employer details

Employer name

Kent Community Health NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Clover street clinic

Chatham

ME4 4DT

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846-6765364-EP