Practice Nurse — Homeless Health Outreach

NHS; Truro; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare trust in the UK is seeking a Practice Nurse to join the Cornwall Health for Homeless team. In this full-time role, you will provide tailored primary care services to individuals experiencing homelessness, including health assessments and chronic disease management. The position involves close collaboration with GPs and multidisciplinary teams to advocate for patients and improve health outcomes. Ideal candidates will have RGN level 1 registration and substantial nursing experience, particularly in community practice.

Qualifications

• Substantial post registration experience in Acute, General Practice or Community Team.
• Experience with a wide range of medical conditions.
• Ability to work without direct supervision.

Responsibilities

• Provide primary care tailored to people experiencing homelessness.
• Engage patients flexibly, building trust.
• Work closely with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate care.

Skills

Evidence-based nursing care

Leadership and management

Education

RGN level 1 registration

Teaching qualification (e.g., City & Guilds)

Job description

A healthcare trust in the UK is seeking a Practice Nurse to join the Cornwall Health for Homeless team. In this full-time role, you will provide tailored primary care services to individuals experiencing homelessness, including health assessments and chronic disease management. The position involves close collaboration with GPs and multidisciplinary teams to advocate for patients and improve health outcomes. Ideal candidates will have RGN level 1 registration and substantial nursing experience, particularly in community practice.