CHC Assessor RNLD

Coventry & Warwickshire Integrated Care Board; Warwick; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional healthcare organization in England is seeking a motivated Nurse Assessor to join their Learning Disability Team. This role involves conducting assessments for vulnerable individuals, managing caseloads, and promoting high-quality patient care and personalization initiatives. Applicants should be registered nurses with RNLD qualifications or substantial experience in learning disabilities. The organization offers a supportive work environment along with various employee benefits.

Benefits

Bluelight Discount

Eyesight & Corrective Appliance Reimbursement

Buying & Selling Annual Leave

Car Lease Scheme

Wellbeing Warriors

Qualifications

• Registered nurse with experience in learning disabilities or RNLD qualification.
• Ability to conduct clinical assessments and maintain detailed records.
• Familiarity with NHS Continuing Healthcare processes.

Responsibilities

• Conduct multi-disciplinary assessments and reviews.
• Manage a clinical caseload, resolving funding and placement issues.
• Support colleagues and assist in developing personalization initiatives.

Skills

Assessment skills

Experience with learning disabilities

Multi-disciplinary teamwork

Patient advocacy

Education

Registered Nurse with RNLD qualification

Job description

As a vital member of our Learning Disability (LD) Team, you will have a unique opportunity to make a difference in the lives of vulnerable individuals within our community. Your role as a Nurse Assessor will be instrumental in ensuring the delivery of high-quality care and contributing to cultural change to achieve outstanding results.

This is an exceptional chance for a motivated and experienced registered nurse, ideally with an RNLD qualification or substantial LD field experience. You will use your assessment skills to support and advocate for some of the most vulnerable individuals, contributing to the assessment and review processes for NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC) and NHS Funded Nursing Care (FNC), including the promotion and evaluation of Personal Health Budgets.

Your expertise

• Facilitate multi-disciplinary assessments and patient reviews following our standard operating policies and procedures. This includes conducting face-to-face and virtual assessments/reviews.
• Support the Complex Case Manager/Clinical Commissioning Manager and the wider team to ensure effective planning and management of workstreams, ultimately achieving successful delivery.
• Manage a clinical caseload from end to end, resolving issues related to funding, placements, invoices, and complaints, all while adhering to Continuing Healthcare guidance and maximizing patient safety.
• Assist in the development of personalization initiatives across the organization, promoting a patient-centred approach to care.
• Provide accurate and detailed recording of information, maintaining comprehensive and legible records.
• Offer guidance and support to individuals and their representatives throughout the NHS Continuing Healthcare process.
• Enhance management information and reporting to support data-driven decision-making processes.
• Contribute to the development of performance and governance strategies and actively participate in improvement programs.
• Deliver against objectives and performance targets, prioritizing your workload, and working efficiently within tight deadlines.
• Support the training and induction of new staff, sharing your knowledge and expertise.
• Undertake research and development as directed to stay updated on best practices and advancements in the field.

Working for our organisation

We take pride in offering excellent employment opportunities and promoting a healthy work-life balance for our staff. Job security, lifelong learning, fair pay and benefits, staff involvement, and a supportive work environment are core aspects of our commitment to our team members.

• Bluelight Discount: Enjoy special discounts and offers through our Bluelight program.
• Eyesight & Corrective Appliance Reimbursement: Receive support for vision care and corrective appliances.
• Buying & Selling Annual Leave: Flexibility to manage your time off with our leave arrangement.
• Car Lease Scheme: Take advantage of our car lease program for convenient and affordable transportation.
• Wellbeing Warriors: Join our Wellbeing Warriors group and access resources, webinars, and support for your physical, mental, and emotional health.

Join us in this fulfilling role as a Nurse Assessor, and be a part of our mission to make a positive impact on the lives of individuals with learning disabilities. You will work in a supportive team environment with the opportunity for continuous professional development and growth.