The Dudley Group NHS Foundation Trust

CHC/Intermediate Care Assessor

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Job summary

The post holder will assume responsibility for the completion of nursing assessment of patients referred to both Intermediate and Continuing Healthcare and review Free Nursing Care Contribution Eligibility. They will assess patients both in the (Hospital setting) Acute Trust and (Community setting) Primary Care.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will screen and assess referrals to Intermediate Care

and work in partnership with other professionals in the planning,

implementing and evaluation of care.

The post holder will work in close collaboration with patients/ carers

actively involving them in decisions to access Intermediate care and in

the implementation and evaluation of their care plan.

Telephone Triage patients referred as part of the Hospital Avoidance

scheme and where appropriate, organise appropriate placement or

refer to other Health and Social Care Professionals to ensure patient

safety.

Assess patients referred to the Continuing Healthcare Team for Fasts

Track Assessment and organise Care provision, where possible

alongside patient's PPC, adhering to National Guidance.

Effectively communicate, liaise and work collaboratively with

partners and agencies to ensure a co-ordinated and person centred

service delivery for all patients.

Lead regular Multi-Disciplinary Meetings and contribute to admission

and discharge planning and ongoing reviews of patient care needs and

provision whilst in Intermediate Care.

Respond to any Safeguarding concerns relating to designated

intermediate care placements as required.

The post holder will regularly review their own practice and

professional development through appraisal and personal

development reviews.

About us

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.

Please click below to view our EDI page: Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion - The Dudley Group NHS Foundation Trust (dgft.nhs.uk)

Details

Date posted

05 June 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£37,338 to £44,962 a year PA

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

6 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

253-0625-7236022

Job locations

Tiled House

200 Tiled House Lane

Pensnett

DY5 4LE


Job description

Job responsibilities

The post holder will actively contribute to review of current

Intermediate Care Services and actively participate in helping improve

current and new services

The post holder will monitor, audit and review care provision and

quality standards with aim to ensure best practise and safe delivery of

care in all Intermediate Care Facilities

The post holder will have an understanding of use of various IT

systems and software

The post holder will ensure attendance at mandatory training and

keeping up dated in respect of Knowledge and Skills

The Post Holder in the absence of Lead/Deputy will support by

attending hospital delays meetings (Rag Call Duty).

Clinical calls to Pathway 3 Placements.

Job description

Job responsibilities

The post holder will actively contribute to review of current

Intermediate Care Services and actively participate in helping improve

current and new services

The post holder will monitor, audit and review care provision and

quality standards with aim to ensure best practise and safe delivery of

care in all Intermediate Care Facilities

The post holder will have an understanding of use of various IT

systems and software

The post holder will ensure attendance at mandatory training and

keeping up dated in respect of Knowledge and Skills

The Post Holder in the absence of Lead/Deputy will support by

attending hospital delays meetings (Rag Call Duty).

Clinical calls to Pathway 3 Placements.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Registered General or Mental Health Nurse.
  • Highly skilled nurse competent to practice within the extended role

Desirable

  • Evidence of ongoing basic qualifications in areas identified
  • Knowledge and ability in Telephone Triage
  • Educated to degree Level /or Equivalent (or working towards this)

Knowledge

Essential

  • Minimum of 2 years qualified experience
  • Proven ability and experience working across organisational boundaries

Desirable

  • Operational experience in an Intermediate Care Setting
  • Demonstrates knowledge and understanding of the National Framework for Continuing Healthcare

Skills

Essential

  • Excellent verbal, written and presentation skills.
  • Knowledge of IT and relevant soft-ware programmes to maximise contribution to the post
  • Demonstrates Knowledge of Legislation and Guidance that impacts the NHS and Local Authority.
  • Aware of and Adheres to NMC guidance of Code of Conduct and Scope of Practice

Other

Essential

  • Able to weekends/Bank holidays as per rota
  • Able to manage and prioritise workload.
  • Be accessible
  • Good team working (trust and respect each other).
  • Car Driver/ Owner
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Registered General or Mental Health Nurse.
  • Highly skilled nurse competent to practice within the extended role

Desirable

  • Evidence of ongoing basic qualifications in areas identified
  • Knowledge and ability in Telephone Triage
  • Educated to degree Level /or Equivalent (or working towards this)

Knowledge

Essential

  • Minimum of 2 years qualified experience
  • Proven ability and experience working across organisational boundaries

Desirable

  • Operational experience in an Intermediate Care Setting
  • Demonstrates knowledge and understanding of the National Framework for Continuing Healthcare

Skills

Essential

  • Excellent verbal, written and presentation skills.
  • Knowledge of IT and relevant soft-ware programmes to maximise contribution to the post
  • Demonstrates Knowledge of Legislation and Guidance that impacts the NHS and Local Authority.
  • Aware of and Adheres to NMC guidance of Code of Conduct and Scope of Practice

Other

Essential

  • Able to weekends/Bank holidays as per rota
  • Able to manage and prioritise workload.
  • Be accessible
  • Good team working (trust and respect each other).
  • Car Driver/ Owner

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Additional information

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

The Dudley Group NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Tiled House

200 Tiled House Lane

Pensnett

DY5 4LE


Employer's website

https://www.dgft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

The Dudley Group NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Tiled House

200 Tiled House Lane

Pensnett

DY5 4LE


Employer's website

https://www.dgft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Lead Nurse ICT

Maggie Traynor

maggie.traynor1@nhs.net

01384321777

Details

Date posted

05 June 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£37,338 to £44,962 a year PA

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

6 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

253-0625-7236022

Job locations

Tiled House

200 Tiled House Lane

Pensnett

DY5 4LE


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