Job summary
Hybrid Working
The
role of a Nurse Assessor is an opportunity to use your experience and knowledge
in nursing, to complete comprehensive assessments of patients, in a variety of
settings within North Kent. Our assessments are of a high standard and we are
proud of the work that we carry out.
We
are a very hard working but supportive and friendly team. The Nurse Assessors
have regular meetings with their peers and their managers to ultimately share
information, improve assessment skills and learn from each other. We also
support with regular training that improves and updates our knowledge and
skills.
We
currently work in a hybrid pattern of working, with patients assessments taking
place in their home environment wherever possible.
Our
office is in Chatham, the centre of Medway, which is central to the larger area
that we cover, and accessible from the main road and rail networks.
If you would like and an informal conversation about this role please call Janice Winter on 01634 335 095 Option 8.
Main duties of the job
The role consists of
three aspects: triaging referrals, completing the comprehensive assessments and
reviewing the patients that have been assessed as eligible for NHS Continuing
Healthcare funding.
We are looking for
Registered Nurses Adult or Learning Disability who has excellent
communication, organisational and assessment skills, together with a sound knowledge
of the NHS Continuing Healthcare pathways and tools.
You will be travelling
to patients homes/care homes and/or working from home and in the office.
You will need to be
flexible to the various aspects of the role, have good negotiation skills and
the ability to work in a calm and professional manner.
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. If you would like this information in an alternative format, or in
a different language, please contact the HR team at kmicb.hr@nhs.net
Job description
Job responsibilities
This role requires specialist nursing expertise to
undertake and be responsible for completion of timely and comprehensive
assessments and to apply the relevant criteria to establish eligibility for
services and care.
The post holder will complete any relevant assessment
tools, for example the tools within the National Framework for NHS Continuing Healthcare
and NHS Funded Nursing Care, in conjunction with individual /family and
Multidisciplinary Team (MDT) members.
The post holder will:
Case manage individuals in receipt of NHS funded care
and support, reviewing and reassessing needs, the service provision and support
required
Review and reassess individuals eligibility for NHS
CHC, FNC and any other NHS funded placements
Review any service, and care, commissioned with
regards to quality and appropriateness to the individuals need, to ensure that
the provider is delivering the requirements of the contract
Complete retrospective reviews as required and
directed by team manager
Be confident in presenting cases and making
recommendations on eligibility and care/support required
Attend appeal/review panel meetings and present cases
as appropriate
Participate in case conferences as required. Ensure
accurate minutes and record of meetings are kept and distributed as appropriate
Participate in Best Interest Meetings as necessary
Ensure
accurate and open communication with a range of organizations and individuals
Keep
accurate and robust records at all times
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.
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.
Job description
Job responsibilities
This role requires specialist nursing expertise to
undertake and be responsible for completion of timely and comprehensive
assessments and to apply the relevant criteria to establish eligibility for
services and care.
The post holder will complete any relevant assessment
tools, for example the tools within the National Framework for NHS Continuing Healthcare
and NHS Funded Nursing Care, in conjunction with individual /family and
Multidisciplinary Team (MDT) members.
The post holder will:
Case manage individuals in receipt of NHS funded care
and support, reviewing and reassessing needs, the service provision and support
required
Review and reassess individuals eligibility for NHS
CHC, FNC and any other NHS funded placements
Review any service, and care, commissioned with
regards to quality and appropriateness to the individuals need, to ensure that
the provider is delivering the requirements of the contract
Complete retrospective reviews as required and
directed by team manager
Be confident in presenting cases and making
recommendations on eligibility and care/support required
Attend appeal/review panel meetings and present cases
as appropriate
Participate in case conferences as required. Ensure
accurate minutes and record of meetings are kept and distributed as appropriate
Participate in Best Interest Meetings as necessary
Ensure
accurate and open communication with a range of organizations and individuals
Keep
accurate and robust records at all times
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.
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.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse General or Learning Disability
- Educated to degree level in relevant subject or equivalent level of experience of working at a similar level in specialist area
- Evidence of continued professional development.
- Further training or evidence of post registration clinical experience, in a variety of acute/community settings
Experience
Essential
- Experience in communicating with and to a variety of stakeholders and service users
- Clear communicator with excellent writing, report writing and presentation skills; capable of constructing and delivering clear ideas and concepts concisely and accurately for diverse audiences
- Skills for communication on complex, sensitive and clinical matters, and difficult situations, requiring persuasion and influence.
- Ability to analyse and interpret information, pre-empt and evaluate issues, and recommend and appropriate course of action to address the issues
- Problem solving skills and ability to respond to sudden unexpected demands
- Ability to work on own initiative and organise own workload without supervision working to tight and often changing timescales
- An ability to maintain confidentiality and trust
- Used to working in a busy team environment
- Adaptability, flexibility, and ability to cope with uncertainty and change
- Commitment to continuing professional development
- Professional calm and efficient manner
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse General or Learning Disability
- Educated to degree level in relevant subject or equivalent level of experience of working at a similar level in specialist area
- Evidence of continued professional development.
- Further training or evidence of post registration clinical experience, in a variety of acute/community settings
Experience
Essential
- Experience in communicating with and to a variety of stakeholders and service users
- Clear communicator with excellent writing, report writing and presentation skills; capable of constructing and delivering clear ideas and concepts concisely and accurately for diverse audiences
- Skills for communication on complex, sensitive and clinical matters, and difficult situations, requiring persuasion and influence.
- Ability to analyse and interpret information, pre-empt and evaluate issues, and recommend and appropriate course of action to address the issues
- Problem solving skills and ability to respond to sudden unexpected demands
- Ability to work on own initiative and organise own workload without supervision working to tight and often changing timescales
- An ability to maintain confidentiality and trust
- Used to working in a busy team environment
- Adaptability, flexibility, and ability to cope with uncertainty and change
- Commitment to continuing professional development
- Professional calm and efficient manner
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).
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
