Job summary
We have an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated Band 7 Registered Mental Health Nurse or Mental Health Allied Health Professional to join our All Age Continuing Care and SpecialistPlacements Team (AACC), based at the Compass Centre in Chatham, Kent.
You will be employed by NHS Kent and Medway Integrated Care Board (KMICB) and work primarily with patients originating from North Kent (Dartford, Gravesham and Swanley, Swale and Medway), placed in various geographical areas in England, but predominantly in Kent.The All Age Continuing Care and Specialist Placements team function is to provide the total service delivery for all placements/care commissioned by the NHS Kent & Medway Integrated CareBoard (KMICB) according to National Framework for NHS Continuing Healthcare and Funded Nursing Care (CHC/FNC). In addition, the team provides complex clinical case management for thoseeligible for NHS CHC following assessments and undertake quality reviews of all CHC and FNC eligible patients.
The team supports delivery of Personal Health Budgets (PHBs) and commissioning services and support for individuals who are eligible for funding under the National Framework for NHS Continuing Healthcare and NHS Funded Nursing Care. The team provides a variety ofchallenging and rewarding opportunities within a supportive and innovative environment.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will support the Associate Director and Assistant Head of AACC to manage Band 6 nurses and ensure correct processes are followed in the delivery of the National Frameworkfor NHS Continuing Healthcare & NHS Funded Nursing Care.o The post holder will be responsible for undertaking holistic assessments according to National Framework for NHS Continuing Healthcare and Funded Nursing Care and must have anunderstand of Section 117 Aftercare and how this interrelates with the CHC and FNC National Framework.o The post holder will manage complex clinical cases, quality reviews, developing personalized care and support plans in the delivery of Personal Health Budgets (PHBs).
o Assist the Associate Director and Assistant Head of AACC in responding to enquires or requests for information from political and legal sources.o Assist with the management of CHC appeals process by preparing cases and clinical information for appeals at internal and external panels.o Keep accurate review documentation and robust electronic records at all times.
o The job description and person specification are an outline of the tasks, responsibilities and outcomes required of the role. The job holder will carry out any other duties as may reasonably be required by their line manager to deliver the service.o The job description and person specification may be reviewed on an ongoing basis in accordance with the changing needs of the department and the organisation.
About us
Would you like to work flexibly? In the NHS, we are reminded every day of how important life is. As a flexible working friendly organisation, we want to be sure that you can work in a way that is best for us, for our patients and for you. Speak to us about how we might be able to accommodate a flexible working arrangement which will not mean sacrificing time for personal interests or family commitments. We aim to support you to work flexibly in a way that will suit you and us.
We work with staff to agree objectives through regular supervision, annual appraisal, and access to training opportunities.
We are committed to equal opportunities and diversity. In order to reflect the diversity of our population, we positively encourage applications from all areas of the community regardless of gender, race, faith, disability, age or sexual orientation.
The hours are 37.5 per week and Monday to Friday 09.00 - 17.00 hours, though we can offer hybrid working and flexible options.It is important to note that you will need a full driving licence to undertake the requirements of this post.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The job description and person specification gives you all the information you need about this role. Please look carefully at the criteria in the person specification and tell us what you have done that shows you meet this.
Still have questions? The recruiting manager would love to hear from you, their contact details can be found in the job advert.
We can get a lot of applications for some roles so to be in with the best chance of being shortlisted please make sure you apply as soon as possible. A vacancy may close early if there is a lot of interest in the job.
If you need an application form in an alternative format please let our recruitment team know so they can help you with this.
All information you supply on your application should, to the best of your knowledge, be true and accurate.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The job description and person specification gives you all the information you need about this role. Please look carefully at the criteria in the person specification and tell us what you have done that shows you meet this.
Still have questions? The recruiting manager would love to hear from you, their contact details can be found in the job advert.
We can get a lot of applications for some roles so to be in with the best chance of being shortlisted please make sure you apply as soon as possible. A vacancy may close early if there is a lot of interest in the job.
If you need an application form in an alternative format please let our recruitment team know so they can help you with this.
All information you supply on your application should, to the best of your knowledge, be true and accurate.
Person Specification
Registered Mental Health Nurse or Allied Health Professional with mental health experience.
Essential
- Relevant graduate/diploma qualification, equivalent qualification or equivalent level of skill, knowledge, and experience.
Desirable
- Experience of evaluating mental and physical health needs.
Evidence of continuing professional development.
Essential
- Further training or evidence of post registration clinical experience, in a variety of acute/community mental health settings.
Desirable
- Experience of managing and accessing risks and report escalation.
Experience
Essential
- Experience of complex case management, clinical experience in a variety of acute/community mental health situations.
- Full Driver's License
- Experience of managing CHC reviews at both local and external independent review panels.
- Experience of working with and commissioning care for patients with complex or life limiting needs Experience of multiagency working
Desirable
- Demonstrated experience of co-ordinating and delivering outcomes in complex and challenging environments
- Experience of supporting change management processes and an ability to adapt to change.
Person Specification
Registered Mental Health Nurse or Allied Health Professional with mental health experience.
Essential
- Relevant graduate/diploma qualification, equivalent qualification or equivalent level of skill, knowledge, and experience.
Desirable
- Experience of evaluating mental and physical health needs.
Evidence of continuing professional development.
Essential
- Further training or evidence of post registration clinical experience, in a variety of acute/community mental health settings.
Desirable
- Experience of managing and accessing risks and report escalation.
Experience
Essential
- Experience of complex case management, clinical experience in a variety of acute/community mental health situations.
- Full Driver's License
- Experience of managing CHC reviews at both local and external independent review panels.
- Experience of working with and commissioning care for patients with complex or life limiting needs Experience of multiagency working
Desirable
- Demonstrated experience of co-ordinating and delivering outcomes in complex and challenging environments
- Experience of supporting change management processes and an ability to adapt to change.
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
