Royal United Hospitals Bath NHS Foundation Trust
Sexual Health Nurse
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Sexual Health Nurse – Riverside Clinic (Royal United Hospital NHS Foundation Trust)
We are looking for a skilled and motivated Sexual Health Nurse to join our multidisciplinary team at The Riverside Clinic, delivering a comprehensive, patient-centred contraceptive and sexual health service.
About the Role
In this position, you will collaboratively work with medical, nursing, and support staff to provide high-quality, confidential care to a diverse patient population. Responsibilities include:
- Supporting service delivery and day-to-day departmental management
- Supervising staff as required
- Contributing to the teaching and development of students
- Actively shaping and enhancing nurse-led services in line with best practice and service needs
Perform the following clinical duties as part of your role:
- Undertake venepuncture as required
- Provide triage and first-point support for patients with sexual health concerns
- Assist with multi-disciplinary HIV care and treatment
- Collaborate with the HIV team to discuss patient care
- Manage and screen for sexually acquired infections (SAI)
- Conduct sexual and contraceptive histories, examinations, and screenings for both symptomatic and asymptomatic patients
- Take detailed sexual.history and manage partner notification
- Work under SSHA (Society of Sexual Health Advisors) guidelines, including Code of Ethics and safeguarding protocols
- Perform BASHH (British Association for Sexual Health and HIV) compliant examination and sampling techniques
- Deliver Patient Group Direction (PGD) therapies
- Conduct cryotherapy and home wart treatment advice
- Provide contraceptive advice and make diagnoses (including pregnancy tests and emergency contraception)
- Discuss safer sex options
- Issue condom distribution (C Card) and demonstrations where necessary
- Administer IM injections (immunisations, contraception, or treatments)
- Assess Fraser competence in collaboration with interdisciplinary teams
- Be aware of safeguarding children protocols (referral pathways and inter-agency collaboration)
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About the Organisation
At Royal United Hospital (RUH), we centres our services on patient and staff welfare. Our commitment extends to exceptional, personal-centred care and fostering teamwork that improves outcomes for our patients, colleagues, and community.
We proudly rank among the top 20 best hospitals to work for in the country, driven by a combination of:
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- Supportive team culture that celebrates collaboration and shared success
- Compassionate and inclusive environment
- Thriving staff networks, promoting psychological safety and open communication
- Values diversity as a driver of innovation and quality care
Our commitment to growth and development runs throughout the organisation, creating opportunities for you to thrive and realise your career potential.
Employee wellbeing is a priority, with established initiatives to support physical, emotional, spiritual, and financial health. Enjoy additional benefits like access to on-site amenities (including a pool).
Join our dynamic team and be part of future-focused healthcare. The opportunities to work, live, and connect extend beyond your time at the NHS: Discover Bath, research our extensive benefits package, and explore our landmark projects including the Dyson Cancer Centre.
Further Enquiries
Informal discussions, appointments, or general enquiries are welcome and can be made via:
Name: Lucy Twigger Position: Department Manager Email: lucytwigger@nhs.net Phone: 01225 826835
Working Days: Monday – Thursday
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