Contraception and sexual health nurse (CASH)

To be responsible for the assessment of clients needs, the development, implementation and evaluation of care, ensuring that patients receive the highest quality of care. Demonstrate judgement skills when interpreting and performing acute or complex patient assessments and care planning, choosing from a range of options. Work independently within nurse led clinics delivering specialist care to clients for all Contraception & Sexual Health needs. Supply contraceptive methods and treatments for sexual transmitted infections from the Patient Group Directives, considering cost quality and the reliability of supplied items. This will include implant insertions and the removal of contraceptive devices. Maintain accurate and up to date nursing electronic and manual records, patient confidentiality, and statistical records as required by the service. Work with other professionals to promote multidisciplinary working, appropriate skills transference, and the creation and use of care pathways. Recognise the need to refer clients to the safeguarding team in the case of suspected child abuse and or sexual exploitation OR OTHER Safeguarding concerns. Assist in the implantation of strategies for quality assurance, clinical governance and quality audit. Contribute to service developments and assist in the co-ordination of their implementation. Undertake additional training as required to meet the needs of the patient and register any additional skills acquired because of enhanced practice e.g. cervical cytology, pregnancy counselling and ultrasound scanning.