Job summary
- Main area
- Continuing Healthcare
- Grade
- Band 6
- Contract
- Permanent
- Hours
- Full time
- Part time
- Job ref
- 106-ICB-6210176
- Employer
- NHS Herefordshire & Worcestershire Integrated Care Board
- Employer type
- NHS
- Site
- Acton House
- Town
- Worcester
- Salary
- £35,392 - £42,618 per annum
- Salary period
- Yearly
- Closing
- 05/05/2024 23:59
Employer heading
CHC Nurse Coordinator
Band 6
Within the Herefordshire & Worcestershire ICB, we are committed to providing an environment of inclusion and mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, marital status, religion or belief. Our goal is to be a diverse organisation that is representative, at all levels, of the communities we serve and we are especially keen to receive applications from our BAME communities and our LGBTQ+ communities. Applicants who identify as disabled who meet the minimum criteria for a post will be invited to interview.
The ICB strives to be a supportive, caring employer and expects all colleagues to behave in a professional, inclusive and respectful manner and to demonstrate the values which underpin our vision for the population of Herefordshire and Worcestershire:
- People: We are inclusive, compassionate, and caring. We value, respect and appreciate each other
- Trust: We are honest, reliable and act with integrity at all times. We deliver on our promises
- Collaboration: We will work collaboratively are united in our commitment to improving lives in our community.
- Inspire: We are committed to learning and to improved ways of working. We will pursue new ideas and challenge the status quo.
- Excellence: We will deliver our best, strive for quality of care and excellence and celebrate outstanding performance
We believe that our people bring our values to life and therefore prospective employees will be expected to fully demonstrate their alignment with these values throughout the recruitment process.
Job overview
Continuing Healthcare (CHC) Nurse Coordinators Band 6
Permanent - there are full time and part time posts available, we welcome all applications.
Based in Acton House, Worcester or St Owen's, Hereford.
- Registered Nurse - Adults
- Registered Mental Health Nurses
- Registered Learning Disability Nurses
We are looking for an enthusiastic, self-motivated adult, mental health and learning disability registered nurses to join our Continuing Healthcare team. The role involves the coordination and chairing of CHC assessment meetings, package of care reviews and case management in relation to NHS commissioned care.
Prior knowledge of CHC would be beneficial but is not essential, as you will work within an experienced and supportive team who will support you to develop the relevant knowledge required.
Essential criteria for the role:
- Registered nurse with the NMC
- 3 years post registration experience
- Driving licence and access to a car
- IT literate
- High standard of English literacy skills, written and verbal
This is a community-based job, the post holder will need to attend onsite assessments across Herefordshire and/or Worcestershire.
The successful candidate should be able to work independently to deadlines, have excellent communication skills to engage patients and/or their representatives. It is essential that the successful candidate has a very flexible approach, a positive attitude and is delivery focused.
Main duties of the job
Key aspects of the role include:
- To complete a comprehensive assessment to determine eligibility for NHS Continuing Healthcare.
- To provide a case management service including reviews for eligible clients for an appropriate package of care or placement.
We are a friendly and welcoming team. You will be allocated a mentor and will be fully supported through your induction using a novice to expert programme. By the end of your first year you will achieved the following key skills;
- Chairing complex MDT meetings
- Clinical analysis and detailed report writing skills
- In-depth knowledge of the NHS Continuing Healthcare National Framework and key supporting legalisation such as Mental Capacity Act
- An understanding of integrated commissioning
Working in a CHC service equips professionals with knowledge and experience that will be invaluable to them in their future careers.
Working for our organisation
NHS Herefordshire and Worcestershire ICB
NHS Herefordshire and Worcestershire ICB is the NHS organisation responsible for planning, buying and monitoring health services for our population of over 800,000 people who live within a mix of urban and rurally dispersed communities, spanning two of the largest counties in England.
We have a workforce of over 250 employees and hold a budget of £1.19 billion to commission hospital, community and mental health services. Our organisation is a dynamic, forward-looking and vibrant place to work, set within the backdrop of some of the country’s most beautiful countryside
We are expanding our team and are looking for enthusiastic, self-motivated nurses to join us.
This is a rewarding and interesting role which will enable you to work in partnership with multidisciplinary teams across Health and Social Care establishing healthcare needs and supporting high quality care for clients and their families in the community.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Successful applicants will need to be able to work independently to deadlines, have excellent communication skills to engage patients and/or their representatives and be able to produce large, detailed written reports. You will therefore, need to be proficient in the use of Microsoft Word. There is also a continued need to complete remote assessments via Microsoft Teams, confidence with IT systems and leading meetings both face to face and remote is essential.
You will need to be a car driver as assessments can take place in client’s homes, community hospitals and care homes across Herefordshire or Worcestershire and out of area where required. There is an opportunity to work flexibly to meet the needs of the service and this includes some working from home.
This a Monday – Friday service, across Worcestershire and Herefordshire, based in either Worcester or Hereford. We have offices in Worcester & Herefordshire and promote hybrid working across the office and working from home.
Person specification
Shortlisting
Essential criteria
- Nursing Qualification/Registration
- Experience of working within national & local policy / framework guidance
- Experience of working with patients with multiple/complex needs
- Experience of Microsoft products including Word, MS Teams and Sharepoint
- Experience of using patient record system
- Experience of Continuing Healthcare & post registration experience
Desirable criteria
- Experience of commissioning
- Experience working in a CCG
- Awareness of current legislation in relation to Health & Social Care
Shortlisting
Desirable criteria
- Experience of working with Social Care professionals
Shortlisting
Desirable criteria
- Experience of dealing with conflict or disagreement
Applicant requirements
You must have appropriate UK professional registration.
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Documents to download
Further details / informal visits contact
- Name
- Cynthia Chidarikire
- Job title
- Clinical Lead - CHC
- Email address
- [email protected]
- Telephone number
- 0330 053 4364
- Additional information
Please call or email to arrange a discussion about the role.
Clinical Lead Contact Details
Harriet Miller - [email protected]
Cynthia Chidarikire - [email protected] - 01905 896306
Project Support Officer - Bianca Olivier - [email protected] - 01905 896826
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