CHC/Intermediate Care Assessor

Dudley Group NHS Foundation Trust; West Midlands; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

The Dudley Group NHS Foundation Trust seeks a dedicated assessor to evaluate individuals in the community, home, nursing homes and hospitals to determine eligibility for NHS Continuing Healthcare or Funding for Nursing Care. You will join the multidisciplinary team to coordinate assessments and confirm eligibility within the NHS framework.

You will explain the process to patients and families, health and social care colleagues, and care providers, ensuring transparency and timely completion of

Qualifications

• Multidisciplinary team coordination
• Assessment using national tools
• Clear patient communication

Responsibilities

• Assess individuals in community, home, nursing homes and hospitals for NHS Continuing Healthcare or Funding Nursing Care eligibility
• Coordinate and support the assessment process with the MDT and explain the process to patients and families

Job description

The post holder will be responsible for the assessment of the individuals in the community/ home/ nursing homes and hospitals to determine eligibility to receive NHS Continuing Healthcare or Funding Nursing Care. The assessor will act as a member of the multidisciplinary team to coordinate the process, establish eligibility and assist in identifying a suitable care package. The assessor will be responsible to ensure the review process for all NHS Funded Care is undertaken in accordance with current guidance.

• The practitioner will utilise the national assessment tools and adhere to the required timescales, coordinate, participate and support the assessment process with the multidisciplinary team. The role will be part of the MDT and determine the individual’s eligibility in line with the NHS Framework for NHS Continuing Healthcare and Funded Nursing Care. This will encompass explaining the process to patients and families, health and social care colleagues and care providers. Ensuring that the process is transparent and clearly understood by all parties.

At the Dudley Group our patients and staff are at the heart of all that we do and that is to provide a world class service that aligns with our vision of "excellent health care, improved health for all". We are seeking to recruit staff who share our vision and values of making Dudley Group an incredible workplace.

As part of the NHS People Promise, your wellbeing is our priority, and we are committed to ensuring our employees achieve a healthy work-life balance supported by our flexible working options and by making reasonable adjustments where possible. We believe no-one should have to sacrifice family, friends, or their personal interests for work. We are a modern employer able to attract and retain high quality staff through our commitment to the NHS People Promise.

As an employer, we foster an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued, supported, and empowered to contribute their best. We want to ensure that our workforce is representative of the population we serve. More information - inclusive practice people promise.

Dudley Group offer many opportunities for our staff to develop and grow within their roles through our Learning & OD Team. These include topics such as communication, wellbeing, team development, cultural competency, and values.

For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Nikki Howell Job title: ICT Lead Nurse Email address: [e-mail] Telephone number: 01384 321777