Job Summary
We are seeking experienced CHC Nurse Assessors to undertake assessments, reviews and care planning for individuals requiring NHS Continuing Healthcare support.
Candidates with direct experience in NHS Continuing Healthcare, Decision Support Tools (DSTs), CHC reviews, Funded Nursing Care (FNC), Fast Track assessments, complex cases and multidisciplinary working will be prioritised.
The successful candidate will be responsible for conducting comprehensive, person-centred assessments and working collaboratively with healthcare professionals, social care teams, individuals and their families.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Conduct NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC) assessments in line with relevant national guidance and local policies.
- Complete and contribute to Decision Support Tools (DSTs).
- Undertake CHC reviews and reassessments to determine ongoing eligibility and changing care needs.
- Assess and support Funded Nursing Care (FNC) applications and reviews.
- Undertake Fast Track assessments where appropriate.
- Assess and manage complex cases involving multiple health and social care needs.
- Work effectively within multidisciplinary teams (MDTs), liaising with nurses, social workers, GPs, therapists, care providers and other professionals.
- Gather, analyse and evaluate clinical and care information to support appropriate recommendations.
- Develop clear, accurate and evidence-based assessment reports and documentation.
- Ensure assessments are person-centred, taking into account the individual's needs, wishes, risks and circumstances.
- Communicate assessment outcomes clearly and sensitively with individuals, families and relevant professionals.
- Maintain accurate records and ensure confidentiality and information governance requirements are followed.
- Identify changes in care needs and make appropriate recommendations regarding care packages and funding.
- Work in accordance with NHS CHC policies, procedures and professional standards.
Qualifications & Experience
Essential:
- Registered Nurse with valid NMC registration.
- Relevant clinical nursing experience.
- Previous experience working in NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC) or a CHC-related role.
- Experience completing Decision Support Tools (DSTs).
- Experience conducting CHC reviews and reassessments.
- Experience with Funded Nursing Care (FNC).
- Experience with Fast Track CHC assessments.
- Experience assessing and managing complex cases.
- Demonstrable experience working within multidisciplinary teams (MDTs).
- Strong clinical assessment, report-writing and documentation skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently and manage a caseload effectively.
Priority Experience:
For CHC Nurse Assessor positions, priority will be given to candidates with strong, recent and demonstrable experience in NHS Continuing Healthcare, Decision Support Tools, CHC reviews, FNC, Fast Track assessments, complex cases and multidisciplinary working.
Pay: £33,941.26-£44,289.40 per year
Work Location: In person
