Specialist Nurse (HIV)

Job overview

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a motivated and enthusiastic registered nurse to join the Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust HIV Service in a developmental role.

The successful candidate will work alongside the HIV Clinical Nurse Specialist Team to develop the knowledge, skills and competencies required to provide specialist nursing care for people living with HIV. The post will support progression from Band 5 to Band 6 through completion of a structured development programme based on the National HIV Nurses Association (NHIVNA) Competency Framework and Person-Centred Model of HIV Nursing Care. [nhivna.org], [nhivna.org]

Main duties of the job

Contribute to the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of care for people living with HIV.

Develop specialist knowledge of HIV infection, treatment options, monitoring requirements and long-term management.

Support individuals newly diagnosed with HIV, providing education and emotional support under supervision.

Participate in nurse-led clinics and virtual/telephone reviews as competencies develop.

Undertake holistic assessments including physical, psychological, social and sexual health needs.

Promote self-management and health literacy through individualised education and support.

Monitor patients receiving antiretroviral therapy and recognise potential adherence issues, side effects and treatment concerns.

Provide advice and signposting to relevant health, social care and voluntary services.

Recognise and escalate safeguarding concerns in accordance with Trust policy.

Act as a patient advocate, addressing barriers to engagement and access to care.

Support the delivery of care in the main clinic in Truro, in peripheral clinics (Bodmin and Penzance) and home visits across the county.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

PLEASE NOTE: To view the full Job Description and Person Specification, please click the supporting document on the right-hand side.

To be an employee of the NHS you need to successfully complete the following:

Identity Checks

Professional registration and qualification checks

Employment history and reference checks

Occupational Health clearance

Satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service check

Right to work in the UK

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https://www.nhsemployers.org/topics-networks/employment-standards-and-regulation

We reserve the right to close this advert early.

We may be able to offer flexible working. Please discuss at interview.

We may be able to offer sponsorship but this is not guaranteed.

Applicant requirements

You must have appropriate UK professional registration.

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.