Senior Clinical Assessor

Central London Community Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust; Greater London; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Central London Community Healthcare NHS Trust is seeking an experienced nurse to join its team. The role requires registration with the NMC, a degree, and a demonstrated commitment to continuous professional development.

You will contribute to high-quality patient care within the Trust's values of Accountability, Inclusion, Compassion, and Empowerment. The role emphasizes safe, evidence-based practice and collaboration with multi-agency services to support individuals with complex health and

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse on the NMC register or other health and social care registered professional.
• Educated to degree level.
• Evidence of continuous professional development.

Skills

Communication and negotiation

Assessing complex needs

Lead case conferences / MDTs

Autonomy in professional boundaries

Priority management

Written and verbal communication

Mental Capacity Act / DoLS awareness

Education

NMC registered Nurse

Degree-level education

Job description

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Applicants are expected to present clear and relevant evidence of the competencies and responsibilities detailed in the attached Job Description and Person Specification, together with a demonstrated commitment to the Trust's values of Accountability, Inclusion, Compassion, and Empowerment.

Person specification

Education/Qualification

Essential criteria

• Registered Nurse on the NMC register or other health and social care registered professional
• Educated to degree level
• Evidence of continuous professional development

Experience

Essential criteria

• Knowledge of National Framework for NHS Continuing healthcare and Nursing Funded Care and associated legislation and guidance
• Relevant experience supporting people with complex health and care needs, including experience applicable to older people\'s services
• Substantial relevant post-registration experience, with evidence of working autonomously with complex clinical needs
• Proven clinical Leadership Skills
• Experience of establishing & maintaining good working relationships
• Experience of working across multi- agency services
• Experience of holistic assessment

Skills & Knowledge

Essential criteria

• Ability to communicate, influence and negotiate constructively, including when perspectives differ or change is required.
• Ability to assess patients with complex needs
• Ability to lead case conferences/MDT meetings
• Ability to work autonomously within professional boundaries and seek appropriate support or escalation when required
• Ability to manage competing priorities
• Able to manage own workload
• Able to communicate clearly and effectively both written & verbally
• Able to deal with challenges and appeals with the support of the Clinical Lead
• Awareness of Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards -Experience of completing Mental Capacity Act

Equality, Diversity & Inclusion

CLCH Commitment to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion

CLCH is proud to be a Disability Confident Committed employer. We believe that a diverse and inclusive workforce is essential for providing exceptional patient care. We are dedicated to attracting and retaining talent from all backgrounds, including ethnic minorities, the LGBTQ+ community, and people with disabilities.

As a Disability Confident employer, we pledge to:

We are committed to building a workplace where all staff feel valued and have the opportunity to thrive. Simply let us know how we can support you.

Learn more about our equal opportunities policy on our website: Equal opportunities: Central London Community Healthcare NHS Trust