Continuing Healthcare Nurse Assessor

Medacs Healthcare; United States; Remote; USD 51,000 - 73,000; Part time

Job summary

Medacs Healthcare is seeking an experienced CHC Nurse Assessor (Band 6) for a fully remote locum role. The post involves conducting CHC assessments, managing a caseload of complex health needs, and coordinating care packages within NHS services and local authorities.

The ideal candidate holds current NMC registration (RGN/RMN/RNLD) with CHC or related community health experience, strong decision-making skills, and excellent communication with clinicians, service users and families.

Qualifications

• Current NMC registration as an RGN, RMN or RNLD.
• Right to Work in the UK.
• Experience in CHC, community nursing, complex care, mental health, learning disabilities or clinical case management.

Responsibilities

• Complete CHC assessments and reviews.
• Manage a caseload of individuals with complex health needs.
• Review and coordinate packages of care.
• Support NHS-funded Nursing Care and Fast Track pathways.
• Maintain accurate clinical records and documentation.

Skills

NMC registration

CHC experience

Caseload management

Assessment & decision-making

Communication with healthcare pros

Education

Nursing degree (RN)

Job description

Continuing Healthcare (CHC) Nurse Assessor - Band 6 (RGN/RMN/RNLD)

Location:

Fully Remote

Contract Type:

Locum

Hours:

Full-time, 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday

Client:

Cheshire and Merseyside Integrated Care Board (ICB)

Current NMC registration as an RGN, RMN or RNLD, the Right to Work in the UK, and experience in Continuing Healthcare (CHC), community nursing, complex care, mental health, learning disabilities or clinical case management.

Job Summary

We're currently supporting Cheshire and Merseyside ICB in recruiting experienced CHC Nurse Assessors to join its Individual Assessment and Commissioning Team. This role would suit nurses with a background in Continuing Healthcare (CHC), community nursing, mental health, learning disabilities, complex care or clinical case management.

You'll assess care needs, manage a caseload and work with NHS services, local authorities and care providers to help individuals access the right care and support.

Who We're Looking For

You're an experienced nurse who enjoys assessment-based work, managing a caseload and working collaboratively with others to support positive outcomes. You'll be confident making informed clinical decisions and communicating with healthcare professionals, service users and families.

Key Responsibilities

• Complete Continuing Healthcare (CHC) assessments and reviews.
• Manage a caseload of individuals with complex health needs.
• Review and coordinate packages of care.
• Support NHS-funded Nursing Care and Fast Track pathways.
• Work closely with NHS services, local authorities and care providers.
• Maintain accurate clinical records and documentation.
• Current NMC registration as an RGN, RMN or RNLD.
• Right to Work in the UK.
• Experience in Continuing Healthcare (CHC), community nursing, mental health, learning disabilities, complex care or clinical case management.
• Strong assessment and clinical decision-making skills.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage competing priorities.
• Knowledge of NHS-funded Nursing Care and Fast Track processes.
• Experience working across health and social care services.
• Knowledge of the Mental Health Act, Mental Capacity Act or Section 117 pathways.
• Experience reviewing or commissioning care packages.

What's in it for You?

• Competitive rates of pay.
• Monday to Friday working pattern.
• Opportunity to work within an NHS Continuing Healthcare service.
• A role focused on assessment, case management and person-centred care

About Medacs Healthcare

At Medacs Healthcare, we've been supporting nurses and healthcare professionals with their careers for more than 35 years. We work with NHS trusts, health boards and healthcare organisations across the UK, helping healthcare professionals find roles that fit their experience, availability and career ambitions.

Our specialist consultants understand the healthcare sector and take the time to get to know you, so we can match you with the right role, not just the next available one.

Applicants must have the right to work in the UK. Visa sponsorship is not available for this role.

We are committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion, and welcome applications from all backgrounds.

Please note - this role is deemed inside IR35