Job summary
Southport and Formby Health GP Federation is expanding the Enhanced Health in Care Homes Team covering the Southport and Formby area. The national framework for Enhanced Health in Care Homes enables people living in care homes to obtain the same level of support as those living in their own homes.
We are looking to recruit a highly skilled and motivated Care Coordinator to join our existing team and assist the team of professionals, whose aim is to enhance care and provision of support for these patients.
Post holders will work both independently and within the team, and other health and social care professionals to coordinate actions resulting from assessments to achieve the best possible outcomes in line with patients needs and wishes.
The post is advertised as full-time working Monday to Friday (ideally 9am-5pm) however, part-time applications will be considered.
Interviews for successful applicants will take place on Monday 17th April dependant on applicants availability.
The team is welcoming and friendly and work together to make a difference to our care home residents. We are building strong relationships with our wider community teams, adding extra support with a multidisciplinary approach to care for our elderly residents, families, and care homes. We are passionate about our team and the work we are doing as we continue to develop. Robyn Forsyth, Care Coordinator Team Leader
Main duties of the job
The duties
and responsibilities of a Care
Co-ordinator include but are not
restricted to:
-
Work
alongside the Care Co-ordinator team to make contact with local Care Homes, to
identify new residents for the team, and any residents that are prioritised for
review
-
Work
with these Care Home residents to arrange a holistic healthcare assessment with
the EHCH clinical team
-
Support
patients and relatives with initial conversation to prepare for a shared
decision-making discussion with a member of the clinical team
-
Work
with the clinicians to identify and manage our resident caseload, and as
appropriate, refer people to other health professionals to support care
-
Work
with the clinical team to ensure appropriate documentation/coding of assessment
has taken place and support with ongoing review
-
Develop,
share, and update care plans, and communicate these effectively utilising EMIS
and Microsoft outlook systems
-
Monitor
and evaluate care delivered and directed as utilised by clinical team members
-
Develop
understanding of services in the community and how to access these
-
Build
strong working relationships with Care Homes, residents, and wider Multi-Disciplinary
Teams
-
Organise
and manage Multi-Disciplinary meetings, internally and externally with the
wider MDT
-
Work
as part of a team, sharing best knowledge and good practice, in order to
facilitate quality care and audit provision
About us
Southport and Formby Health, is a GP Federation created to enhance health care services in the local area. We work closely with the local Southport and Formby Primary Care Network to develop and deliver local services.
The federation is a caring and forward-thinking organisation, which has been undergoing a period of growth. Our teams feel well supported and encouraged in their job roles and personal development and feel that we are an employer of choice.
The Enhanced Health in Care Homes (EHCH) team is a forward-thinking team supported by the Southport and Formby federation. We are responsible for implementing the EHCH DES. We are passionate about working collaboratively with our Care Homes to enhance the care provision for those who live locally in their later lives. In my role as the EHCH GP Lead, I provide clinical support to all team members and work closely with Care Coordinators to ensure our vision for the future is realised. We are hoping for Care Coordinator team members, who bring their own experience and personality, to join our wonderful team as we develop and continue to provide a truly holistic approach for our Care Home residents.
Dr Beth Pennington, GP Lead for the Enhanced Health in Care Homes team
We look forward to receiving your application!
Please see attached supporting documents and links to relevant websites and contact Louise Sproat on louise.sproat1@nhs.net with any questions regarding the role.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The
purpose of the Care Co-ordinator role is to enhance care, and support the
wishes, of patients residing in Care Homes, as part of the national framework
for Enhanced Health in Care Homes (EHCH) National EHCH Framework.
The
Care Co-ordinator is involved in the care and management of patients,
supervises, and organises the team delivering interdisciplinary care, and co-ordinates
different specialists and services to achieve the best possible outcomes for
the patient.
The duties
and responsibilities of a Care
Co-ordinator include but are not
restricted to:
-
Work
alongside the Care Co-ordinator team to make contact with local Care Homes, to
identify new residents for the team, and any residents that are prioritised for
review
-
Work
with these Care Home residents to arrange a holistic healthcare assessment with
the EHCH clinical team
-
Support
patients and relatives with initial conversation to prepare for a shared
decision-making discussion with a member of the clinical team
-
Work
with the clinicians to identify and manage our resident caseload, and as
appropriate, refer people to other health professionals to support care
-
Work
with the clinical team to ensure appropriate documentation/coding of assessment
has taken place and support with ongoing review
-
Develop,
share, and update care plans, and communicate these effectively utilising EMIS
and Microsoft outlook systems
-
Monitor
and evaluate care delivered and directed as utilised by clinical team members
-
Develop
understanding of services in the community and how to access these
-
Build
strong working relationships with Care Homes, residents, and wider Multi-Disciplinary
Teams
-
Organise
and manage Multi-Disciplinary meetings, internally and externally with the
wider MDT
- Work as part of a
team, sharing best knowledge and good practice, in order to facilitate quality
care and audit provision
Training and
Development:
The requirement for enrolment
in appropriate training as set out by the Personalised Care Institute for Care
Co-ordinators: Example accredited
courses.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The
purpose of the Care Co-ordinator role is to enhance care, and support the
wishes, of patients residing in Care Homes, as part of the national framework
for Enhanced Health in Care Homes (EHCH) National EHCH Framework.
The
Care Co-ordinator is involved in the care and management of patients,
supervises, and organises the team delivering interdisciplinary care, and co-ordinates
different specialists and services to achieve the best possible outcomes for
the patient.
The duties
and responsibilities of a Care
Co-ordinator include but are not
restricted to:
-
Work
alongside the Care Co-ordinator team to make contact with local Care Homes, to
identify new residents for the team, and any residents that are prioritised for
review
-
Work
with these Care Home residents to arrange a holistic healthcare assessment with
the EHCH clinical team
-
Support
patients and relatives with initial conversation to prepare for a shared
decision-making discussion with a member of the clinical team
-
Work
with the clinicians to identify and manage our resident caseload, and as
appropriate, refer people to other health professionals to support care
-
Work
with the clinical team to ensure appropriate documentation/coding of assessment
has taken place and support with ongoing review
-
Develop,
share, and update care plans, and communicate these effectively utilising EMIS
and Microsoft outlook systems
-
Monitor
and evaluate care delivered and directed as utilised by clinical team members
-
Develop
understanding of services in the community and how to access these
-
Build
strong working relationships with Care Homes, residents, and wider Multi-Disciplinary
Teams
-
Organise
and manage Multi-Disciplinary meetings, internally and externally with the
wider MDT
- Work as part of a
team, sharing best knowledge and good practice, in order to facilitate quality
care and audit provision
Training and
Development:
The requirement for enrolment
in appropriate training as set out by the Personalised Care Institute for Care
Co-ordinators: Example accredited
courses.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Experience in coordination or project roles
- Experience in complex administrative procedures
- Competent in the use of Office applications
- Experience of working in a healthcare setting
- Experience of working well within a multidisciplinary team, sharing knowledge and good practice
Skills and Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of good practice in developing care plans
- Knowledge of community health and social care systems
- Awareness/understanding of medical terminology
- Ability to communicate effectively and professionally with both patients and colleagues
Desirable
- Familiarity with EMIS clinical software
Qualifications
Essential
- Educated to GCSE or A Level standard in English and Maths
Desirable
- Enrolment in approved training by the Personalised Care Institute for Care Co-ordinators Example accredited courses
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Experience in coordination or project roles
- Experience in complex administrative procedures
- Competent in the use of Office applications
- Experience of working in a healthcare setting
- Experience of working well within a multidisciplinary team, sharing knowledge and good practice
Skills and Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of good practice in developing care plans
- Knowledge of community health and social care systems
- Awareness/understanding of medical terminology
- Ability to communicate effectively and professionally with both patients and colleagues
Desirable
- Familiarity with EMIS clinical software
Qualifications
Essential
- Educated to GCSE or A Level standard in English and Maths
Desirable
- Enrolment in approved training by the Personalised Care Institute for Care Co-ordinators Example accredited courses
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.
