Health Advisor / Clinical Nurse Specialist | Berkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

We are seeking an enthusiastic and forward-thinking specialist nurse to join our Health Advisor/ Clinical Nurse Specialist team. This is a developmental role, offering full support to complete comprehensive training in all aspects of sexual health within a two-year timescale. Based in Slough, we are a busy level 3 sexual health service, with additional satellite clinics in Windsor, Maidenhead, Ascot, and Bracknell and we operate Monday to Friday, with one Saturday shift every 4 to 6 weeks. Given the sensitive nature of the role, we are looking for candidates who are open-minded, non-judgmental, and capable of working in a highly confidential environment. Previous experience in family planning or sexual health within a GUM setting is desirable. As part of a multidisciplinary team, you'll have access to excellent training opportunities, including non-medical prescriber training. Every day is different, with a variety of cases including STI testing and treatment, HIV care, and contraception services therefore offering you a chance to grow and refine your skills. We also prioritise our employee's wellbeing, offering some of the best resources to support you. Our Trust values diversity and fosters an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive and reach their full potential. Key Responsibilities: · Deliver a high standard of sexual reproductive healthcare to patients accessing the sexual health service. · Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team to provide holistic, non-judgmental care, while upholding professional and ethical standards. Build and maintain strong working relationships with team members. · Manage pathology results, ensuring patients receive accurate information, advice, treatment, and support following an STI diagnosis. · Supervise and mentor junior staff and nursing students, taking on an active leadership role within the nursing team. · While primarily based at the Garden Clinic in Slough, you may need to travel to clinics in Bracknell, Windsor, and Maidenhead. A UK driving license and access to a car for work purposes is desirable. Berkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is a specialist mental health and community health services trust. Rated 'outstanding' by the CQC, we're committed to providing the best possible care to people across Berkshire. We value diversity and are proud to be a Stonewall Top 100 Employer. We work hard to create an inclusive environment where you'll be supported by friendly and professional colleagues to flourish.

• Evidence of special interest in sexual health.
• Extensive post qualification experience.
• High levels of effective communication, influencing & interpersonal skills., Disability Confident
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Our values at Berkshire Healthcare:
• Caring for and about you is our top priority
• Committed to providing good quality, safe services
• Working Together with you to develop innovative solutions
We welcome people who share these values to come and work for us. Benefits of working for us include:
• Flexible working options to support work-life balance
• 27 days' annual leave rising with service + opportunity to buy and sell
• Generous NHS pension scheme
• Excellent learning and career development opportunities
• 'Cycle to Work' and car leasing scheme including electric vehicles
• Access to a range of wellbeing tools and services
• Discounts at hundreds of popular retailers and restaurants
• Staff networks for race, diversity, disabilities, the environment and armed forces community to support equality
• Generous maternity, paternity, adoption and special leave
• Free parking across Trust sites