Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Band 7 Outreach HIV CNS-retention and re-engagement
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HIV Re-engagement Clinical Nurse Specialist
As part of a multidisciplinary community and outreach team, and in liaison with acute HIV services across North West London, the HIV Re-engagement Clinical Nurse Specialist will enhance the provision of care to people living with HIV who are currently out of care.
The post holder will work within a partnership-led, community-based re-engagement model, delivering a “hospital without walls” approach. This includes working closely with peer support organisations, VCSO partners, the Find and Treat team, primary care, public health and specialist services to identify, trace, engage and re-engage individuals into HIV care.
The role will empower individuals to re-enter and remain in care, addressing clinical, psychological and social needs, and support improved health outcomes, independence and quality of life.
Responsibilities
- Collaborative Care Management
- In collaboration with the MDT, manage a caseload of individuals living with HIV who are out of care, including those with highly complex needs.
- Autonomous Clinical Practice
- Work autonomously to assess, plan, implement and evaluate care, including clinical assessment, blood testing and ART initiation/re-initiation within scope of practice.
- Deliver care in non-traditional settings, including homes, hostels and community venues, ensuring accessibility and flexibility.
- Undertake holistic assessments, including physical, psychological and social needs, addressing wider determinants of health.
- Provide specialist adherence support, including assessment of barriers and tailored interventions.
- Patient Advocacy and Navigation
- Act as a key contact and advocate for patients, supporting navigation across health and social care systems.
- Work closely with peer navigators and VCSO partners to deliver wraparound, person-centred care.
- Participate in MDT reviews.
- Provide advice on treatment, side effects and lifestyle factors impacting care.
- Liaise with acute and community services to facilitate rapid access to care and prevent hospital admissions.
- Safeguarding and Documentation
- Identify safeguarding concerns and act in accordance with policy.
- Maintain accurate and timely documentation to support continuity of care and data reporting.
- Promote inter-agency collaboration and appropriate referrals to statutory and voluntary services.
- Advocacy and Supervision
- Act as an advocate for individuals experiencing stigma, discrimination or barriers to care.
- Participate in Clinical Supervision as required.
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About Our Trust
Our Trust is one of England's top-performing and safest trusts. We operate two main acute hospital sites—Chelsea and Westminster Hospital and West Middlesex University Hospital—along with award-winning clinics across North West London.
Our nearly 7,500 staff care for a diverse population of 1.5m, providing full clinical services including maternity, A&E and children’s services, plus specialist HIV and sexual health care. The CQC rates us Good in safety, effectiveness, care and responsiveness, and Outstanding in leadership and resource use.
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We continually invest in our facilities, including a £30m expansion of critical care at Chelsea and an £80m Ambulatory Diagnostic Centre at West Mid.
We are delivering sustainable healthcare through our Green Plan. In line with Greener NHS ambitions, we aim for net zero carbon emissions by 2045. Achieving this requires collective effort. We encourage staff to reduce their impact on carbon, waste and pollution wherever possible. Every action counts to create a healthier, more sustainable future.
We are committed to equal opportunities and believe diversity drives innovation and excellence. We welcome applications from the global majority, veterans and underrepresented communities, valuing the perspectives they bring.
Application Process
If you haven’t heard from us within 3 weeks of the closing date, your application was likely unsuccessful. Employment is subject to a six-month probation. Some roles may require weekend shifts at multiple sites.
Contact Information
For further details / informal visits contact:
- Name: Rachael Jones
- Job title: Consultant Physician
- Email address: rachaeljones@nhs.net
- Telephone number: 02033159768
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