Sexual Health and Contraception Nurse - Trainee Post

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).

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.

At UHSussex we're proud to be at the heart of the NHS. As one of the UK's largest acute Trusts, we're a leading example of the excellence, the ambition and the values that have embodied the NHS for over 70 years.
Our hard-working, talented and dedicated people work together towards a common goal - to always put our Patient First . In fact our mission is summed up by our 'where better never stops' motto and you will play a part in driving us forwards and in improving the lives of patients across Sussex.
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.

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.