About this role
Job summary
Join our award-winning specialist service as an outreach practice nurse and be part of something meaningful, innovative and rewarding.
Luther Street Medical Centre is a nationally recognised GP service providing high-quality healthcare to people experiencing homelessness across Oxfordshire. We're expanding our reach and we need a dynamic, compassionate Band 5 Outreach Practice Nurse to help us deliver excellent care directly to the communities who need it most.
It's a chance to take your skills out into the community, hostels, day centres, temporary accommodation, and street settings bringing healthcare to people who cannot easily access it.
Applicants must have a full valid driving licence and have access to a vehicle for work. Adjustments can be considered in line with the Equality Act 2010 where required.
Interviews will be held week commencing 6th July 2026.
Main duties of the job
Run nurse led clinics acting independently but seeking advice and support from the Band 6 Nurses, Nurse Lead and GP team as required, at Luther Street Medical Centre (LSMC) or other outreach settings e.g. hostels.Undertake assessment and treatment of patients accessing the service in a professional and safe manner, in accordance with national and local guidelines and protocols on clinical care.Provide clinical assessment, nursing diagnosis and treatment of patients in the practice, the community and in the hostels and shelters that work with homeless people. Ensure timely escalation to appropriate members of the multi-professional team where this is required.
About us
Oxford Health is a great place to work and to be able to showcase the best of yourself when making an application please read the "candidate guide to making an application" and ensure your supporting statement is tailored to the role you are applying for and addresses any essential criteria.
As a Trust we provide physical, mental health and social care for people of all ages across Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Swindon, Wiltshire, Bath and Northeast Somerset. Our services are delivered at community bases, hospitals, clinics and people's homes, delivering care as close to home as possible. Our vision is that no matter who you are or where you are, you will tell us that you receive: "Outstanding care delivered by an outstanding team"
Our values are: "Caring, safe and excellent"
We offer a wide range of benefits designed to support your career and wellbeing. These include:
o Excellent opportunities for career progressiono Access to tailored individual and Trust wide learning and developmento 27 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days with continuous serviceo NHS Discount across a wide range of shops, restaurants and retailerso Competitive pension schemeo Lease car schemeo Cycle to work schemeo Employee Assistance Programmeo Mental Health First Aiderso Staff accommodation (please note waiting lists apply)o Staff networking and support groups hosted by our Equality, Diversity & Inclusion team
Job description Job responsibilities
Work effectively as a committed member of the wider multidisciplinary team at LSMC to ensure continuous service delivery.The post holder is expected to actively participate in the development of service provision, working flexibly to support and meet the changing needs of the service.Provide and maintain nursing care to the optimum standard possible within the resources provided.Work with interpreters to ensure equality of care to all patients, being aware of cultural issues and barriers. Be sensitive to needs of vulnerable clients e.g. asylum seekers, refugees, the rough sleepers and hostel dwellers.Liaise with other statutory services as well as voluntary organisations in the interest of the patient within the boundaries of client confidentiality and seek guidance when unsure.Assist the multidisciplinary team with planning any outreach sessions as requested by the Nurse Lead and working collaboratively with other relevant services.Undertake such tasks as are appropriate to own experience and nursing expertise as requested by senior nursing staff.
Person Specification
Skills Essential
Registered Nurse Adult Good written English skills
Desirable
Skills in clinical risk assessment
Knowledge Essential
understanding of vulnerable patient groups
Experience Essential
Community primary care or inclusion health experience
Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details Employer name Oxford Health NHS Trust
Address Luther Street Medical Centre
Oxford
OX1 1UL
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.oxfordhealth.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)