Clinical Outreach Nurse

Central London Community Healthcare Nhs Trust; Stevenage; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

CENTRAL LONDON COMMUNITY HEALTHCARE NHS TRUST is seeking a Clinical Outreach Nurse to plan, coordinate and deliver sexual health outreach across Hertfordshire. You will provide accessible, person-centred care in community settings, conducting SH assessments, STI testing, contraception advice, vaccinations, and HIV prevention measures such as PrEP/PEP.

Working with partners across community organisations, education providers and healthcare professionals, you will develop targeted outreach

Qualifications

• Plan, coordinate and deliver sexual health outreach services across Hertfordshire.
• Provide clinical sexual and reproductive healthcare in community settings with SH assessments, STI testing and treatment, contraception advice, vaccinations and HIV prevention interventions.
• Deliver outreach programmes to underserved populations and promote healthier sexual health outcomes.
• Build partnerships with community organisations, voluntary groups, educational settings and healthcare providers.
• Assess safeguarding risks and ensure referrals and support comply with safeguarding policies.
• Deliver sexual health education and health promotion sessions to individuals and groups.
• Collaborate with the wider sexual health team and digital leads to promote outreach activities and engagement.
• Ensure safe management of medicines, equipment and outreach resources.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate and deliver outreach services across Hertfordshire, ensuring accessibility and person-centred care.
• Deliver SH assessments, STI testing and treatments, contraception advice, vaccinations and HIV prevention interventions.
• Develop targeted outreach initiatives for high-risk groups and promote health promotion.
• Engage with community organisations and healthcare providers to improve access to services.
• Support safeguarding and referrals in line with Trust policies.

Job description

The Clinical Outreach Nurse is a key member of the Sexual HealthHertfordshireOutreach Team, responsible for planning, coordinating, and delivering innovative sexual health outreach services across Hertfordshire. Working under the supervision of the Outreach Team Lead, you will provide accessible, person-centred sexual and reproductive healthcare, reaching individuals and groups who may face barriers to accessing traditional clinic-based services. You will undertake holistic SH assessments, deliver testing and treatment interventions, contraception advice, vaccinations, HIV prevention strategies and promote healthier sexual behaviours. Working collaboratively with community organisations, voluntary sector partners, education providers and healthcare professionals to identify needs, develop targeted outreach initiatives, and improve outcomes for vulnerable and underserved populations. As a clinical expert, you will advocate for sexual health promotion, support prevention strategies, safeguard vulnerable individuals, reduce health inequalities, and strengthen engagement with communities. Contributing to service improvement, audit and the ongoing evaluation of outreach programmes to ensure high-quality, evidence-based care is delivered in line with national and local priorities. As this is a community-based role, there is a requirement to hold a full, UK driving licence with access to a car for business purposes (unless you have a disability as defined by the Equality Act 2010)

• Plan, coordinate and deliver sexual health outreach services across Hertfordshire, ensuring services are accessible, person-centred, and responsive to the needs of local communities.
• Provide clinical sexual and reproductive healthcare in community settings, including SH assessments, STI testing and treatment, contraception advice, vaccinations, and HIV prevention interventions such as PrEP, PEP and DoxyPEP.
• Deliver targeted outreach programmes to underserved and high-risk populations, supporting health promotion, risk reduction, and improved sexual health outcomes.
• Build and maintain partnerships with community organisations, voluntary groups, faith organisations, educational settings, and healthcare providers to increase engagement and access to sexual health services.
• Assess safeguarding risks and vulnerabilities, ensuring appropriate referrals and support are provided in line with Trust safeguarding policies and procedures.
• Deliver sexual health education and health promotion sessions to individuals and groups, encouraging healthier behaviours and increasing awareness of prevention strategies.
• Work collaboratively with the wider sexual health team and digital communications leads to promote outreach activities, support service development, and improve engagement with harder-to-reach populations.
• Ensure safe management of medicines, equipment, and outreach resources, while supporting staff development, supervision, and training activities as required.

Applicants are expected to present clear and relevant evidence of the competencies and responsibilities detailed in the attached Job Description and Person Specification, together with a demonstrated commitment to the Trust's values of Accountability, Inclusion, Compassion, and Empowerment.

We are proud to be one of the largest community healthcare providers in the country, with more than 4,500 colleagues caring for over four million people across London and Hertfordshire. Every day, our teams bring their skill, compassion, and determination to the people who depend on us.

What inspires us is at the heart of who we are: when we work together, we can help people move forward in ways that truly matter. Our teams support children as they take their first steps in life, and they stand beside adults as they rebuild strength, confidence, and independence. From newborn health visiting to community nursing, stroke rehabilitation, and palliative care, we are there for people through some of life's most important moments. Joining Central London Community Healthcare means becoming part of a community that lifts each other up. It means working in an organisation that values compassion, welcomes new ideas, and believes in the potential of every colleague. Your development matters here. Your wellbeing matters. Your voice helps shape the future of the care we provide.

We offer a competitive employment package because the work you do matters. At Central London Community Healthcare, you will join an inclusive organisation that invests in its people, supports development, and helps you thrive while delivering high-quality care.