Job overview

The post will be integrated into the sexual health service and as such the post holder will be required to provide evidence-based specialist sexual health care for patients attending sexual health clinics for young people. The post holder must be prepared to work in clinics and other settings including outreach as required.

To assess contraceptive/sexual health needs of clients.

To work within the contraception and sexual health clinics offering advice and treatments to the public who request contraception and sexual healthcare.

To act in a responsible manner, being courteous at all times with sensitivity towards the needs of the individual patient, recognising their right to dignity and privacy.

To undertake training to develop skills to deliver services autonomously

To provide training and education with multi-disciplinary teams outside of the clinical setting.

May be required to work some unsocial hours, including Saturdays.

Main duties of the job

As a Sexual Health Nurse, provide specialist, evidence-based care within nurse-led sexual and reproductive health services, supporting young people with contraception, sexual health, STI management, pregnancy choices, safeguarding concerns, and health promotion. Undertake comprehensive assessments, clinical examinations, diagnosis, treatment, and referral of patients, ensuring care is delivered safely and in line with national guidance, local policies, and professional standards.

The role includes supplying medication under Patient Group Directions and Nurse Prescribing frameworks, performing minor procedures including contraceptive implant insertions and removals, undertaking investigations, and managing complex clinical presentations. They must provide compassionate support to individuals receiving sensitive or difficult information and ensure patients are fully informed to make decisions about their care.

Contribute to clinical leadership within the service by supporting colleagues, sharing knowledge, supervising competency development, and promoting effective communication across multidisciplinary teams and partner agencies. Support the referral triage through the Single Point of Contact, assessing and allocating referrals relating to sexual health, substance misuse, and child exploitation.

 Maintain accurate clinical records, contribute to performance monitoring, support student and staff learning, and act as a professional role model. 

Working for our organisation

Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHS Foundation Trust (RDaSH) employ around 4000 talented colleagues who are very much appreciated, valued, and respected.

We have a wide portfolio which includes mental health, physical health, learning disability and drug and alcohol services.

We are dedicated to the development of our our people and hold a learning half day every month for our colleagues. 

We are passionate about enhancing the quality of our service and we work hard to attract and select the right colleagues for our organisation. Our goal is to employ those who share our passion for providing first class care while remaining committed to our vision and values. Please view our Strategy using the link below:

https://www.rdash.nhs.uk/documents/clinical-and-organisational-strategy-2023-to-2028/

To find out more about working for RDaSH and the fantastic benefits we offer visit our website:

https://www.rdash.nhs.uk/about-us/getting-involved/work-with-us/

We are committed to inclusive cultures and really value people in our organisation, view our Allyship video on YouTube to find out more:

https://youtu.be/WMJSkLoTk4Q

The main terms and conditions of service can be found here:

https://www.nhsemployers.org/publications/tchandbook