Job summary
The Motor Neurone Disease (MND) Care Coordinator will work with adults diagnosed with MND, a progressive neurological disease. These people have complex, predictable and unpredictable palliative, emotional, psychological and physical care needs.
The post holder will be a highly skilled professional in this specialist area of practice who concentrates on ensuring health, social care and third sector services for people affected by MND are optimised. This will be achieved by:
Coordinating comprehensive care between many different teams and organisations;
Working autonomously and creatively across boundaries to implement change and improve patient care;
Establishing clear care pathways for people at all stages of their disease;
Promoting and providing individualistic holistic care to all people affected with MND.
The role will work with residents in North and West Cumbria diagnosed with MND, many of who are under the provision of the Regional MND Care and Research Centre at the RVI in Newcastle. Some people in the area are linked to other MND Care Centres due to geography and choice. The post is funded by Newcastle Hospitals and hosted by North Cumbria Integrated Care Trust to provide an effective and timely service for people with MND in North and West Cumbria.
Main duties of the job
- Develop specialised care for a defined caseload supporting people with MND along clinical pathways and protocols of care with reference to current NICE approved management guidelines.
Encourage people with MND to be partners in their own healthcare through education and discussion to facilitate choice and involvement in decision making.
Plan and coordinate the input of services to ensure the complex needs of the person with MND are fully met with timely and appropriate referrals.
Work as an integral member of the MDT to advise and support colleagues in the delivery of specialist patient care which is cost effective and optimises outcomes for people with MND and their families.
Undertake or advise on the management of a specific aspects of care associated with symptom management such as mobility issues, breathing, sections and dysphagia; as well as early access/liaison with palliative care.
Assess, analyse and action interventions as needed to meet patients' priorities of care.
Use a significant level of autonomy to regularly review and competently evaluate peoples' needs enabling revision of care and treatment options.
Facilitate and lead bi-monthly MDT's to monitor disease progression, provide evidence based advice and coordinate care while acting as a patient advocate.
About us
At NCIC, we have an ambition to deliver outstanding healthcare services to the population of North Cumbria. The Trust is committed to creating a centre of excellence in providing rural and remote healthcare and provides a wide range of community and acute services throughout our county.
Our 5 key principles demonstrate our belief in the delivery of 'safe, high quality care every time':
- Being a clinically led organisation
- Quality and safety at the heart of our Trust
- A positive patient experience every time
- A great place to work
- Managing our money well
As an organisation we are serious about supporting a diverse workforce that reflects our local community and are very much focused on being an inclusive and compassionate place to work.
Across the North East and North Cumbria we are working together to deliver our ambition to be the greenest region in England by 2030. All staff are expected to support sustainability.
Job description
Job responsibilities
JOB DESCRIPTION:
Please see attached job description and person specification for further information regarding the role and the essential and desirable criteria required to be met by applicants.
CERTIFICATE OF SPONSORSHIP:
Please note, due to changes implemented by the Government to the UK immigration policy, individuals who require a Health and Care Visa or a Skilled Worker Visa may no longer be eligible for sponsorship where the UKVI salary threshold is not met or if the occupation is not included in the updated Immigration Salary List (ISL). Applicants must check their eligibility to be employed in any role they are interested in applying for, prior to completing an application for employment. Any applicants who do not meet the eligibility criteria will not be progressed. For further information visit theUK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
If you are applying under the Disability Confident Scheme or Armed Forces Covenant and you meet all the essential criteria for a post, you will be guaranteed an interview.
Relocation assistance may be available for successful applicants moving to the region for certain posts. Please see ourPolicy for eligible vacancies.
AHP - Return to Practice Job Advert information(Please ask recruiting manager and delete if not appropriate) This role may be suitable for individuals Returning to Practice. Please speak to the recruiting manager for more information.
Disclosure and Barring Service:
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.
The cost of the DBS must be met by the successful candidate(s) through salary deduction. DBS charges are as followsif applicable to the post:
Standard Check: £21.50 + Administration cost of £6.50 = £28.00 Deducted from salary over a 4 month period or a one-off payment.
Enhanced Check: £49.50 + administration cost of £6.50 = £56.00 Deducted from salary over a 4 month period or a one-off payment.
NCIC can offer successful future employees the following benefits:
27-day holiday scheme rising to 33 after 10 years
Flexible working Scheme
NHS Discounts*
Salary Sacrifice schemes including lease cars and Cycle to Work*
Excellent opportunities for development*
Competitive NHS Pension scheme
Vivup is a free, confidential counselling and information service to assist with personal or work-related problems
*Subject to eligibility
Important Information:
Please ensure that you document evidence of meeting all the essential criteria in the supporting information.
If sufficient response is received this post could be closed earlier than the specified closing date, please apply as soon as possible to ensure that your application is considered.
Candidates who have been successfully shortlisted for interview will be asked via an email notification to log on to their Trac account to select an interview time. This will usually be within 2 weeks of the closing date.
Job description
Job responsibilities
JOB DESCRIPTION:
Please see attached job description and person specification for further information regarding the role and the essential and desirable criteria required to be met by applicants.
CERTIFICATE OF SPONSORSHIP:
Please note, due to changes implemented by the Government to the UK immigration policy, individuals who require a Health and Care Visa or a Skilled Worker Visa may no longer be eligible for sponsorship where the UKVI salary threshold is not met or if the occupation is not included in the updated Immigration Salary List (ISL). Applicants must check their eligibility to be employed in any role they are interested in applying for, prior to completing an application for employment. Any applicants who do not meet the eligibility criteria will not be progressed. For further information visit theUK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
If you are applying under the Disability Confident Scheme or Armed Forces Covenant and you meet all the essential criteria for a post, you will be guaranteed an interview.
Relocation assistance may be available for successful applicants moving to the region for certain posts. Please see ourPolicy for eligible vacancies.
AHP - Return to Practice Job Advert information(Please ask recruiting manager and delete if not appropriate) This role may be suitable for individuals Returning to Practice. Please speak to the recruiting manager for more information.
Disclosure and Barring Service:
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.
The cost of the DBS must be met by the successful candidate(s) through salary deduction. DBS charges are as followsif applicable to the post:
Standard Check: £21.50 + Administration cost of £6.50 = £28.00 Deducted from salary over a 4 month period or a one-off payment.
Enhanced Check: £49.50 + administration cost of £6.50 = £56.00 Deducted from salary over a 4 month period or a one-off payment.
NCIC can offer successful future employees the following benefits:
27-day holiday scheme rising to 33 after 10 years
Flexible working Scheme
NHS Discounts*
Salary Sacrifice schemes including lease cars and Cycle to Work*
Excellent opportunities for development*
Competitive NHS Pension scheme
Vivup is a free, confidential counselling and information service to assist with personal or work-related problems
*Subject to eligibility
Important Information:
Please ensure that you document evidence of meeting all the essential criteria in the supporting information.
If sufficient response is received this post could be closed earlier than the specified closing date, please apply as soon as possible to ensure that your application is considered.
Candidates who have been successfully shortlisted for interview will be asked via an email notification to log on to their Trac account to select an interview time. This will usually be within 2 weeks of the closing date.
Person Specification
Other Requirements
Essential
- Ability to travel independently throughout North and West Cumbria and to North East as required
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Health Professional
- Current NMC or HCPC Registration
- Teaching qualification or proven commitment to development and education of others
Desirable
- Specific qualification in MND
Knowledge & Experience
Essential
- Relevant experience with a proven interest in Long Term Conditions
- Evidence of management and Leadership experience
- Proven experience in the understanding of and communication with individuals with complex needs
- Experience of effective time management and ability to prioritise own workload
- Experience of innovative service delivery
Desirable
- Experience of management of patient with MND
- Audit and research experience
- Experience of mentoring and developing staff
Skills and Aptitudes
Essential
- Ability to work flexibly to meet needs of service
- An ability to work under pressure acting as a role model for other health care professionals
- A true team player who demonstrates diplomacy and maturity in all aspects of their work
- Excellent listening skills
- Compassionate and caring and a drive to delivery excellent patient care
- Excellent IT skills
Person Specification
Other Requirements
Essential
- Ability to travel independently throughout North and West Cumbria and to North East as required
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Health Professional
- Current NMC or HCPC Registration
- Teaching qualification or proven commitment to development and education of others
Desirable
- Specific qualification in MND
Knowledge & Experience
Essential
- Relevant experience with a proven interest in Long Term Conditions
- Evidence of management and Leadership experience
- Proven experience in the understanding of and communication with individuals with complex needs
- Experience of effective time management and ability to prioritise own workload
- Experience of innovative service delivery
Desirable
- Experience of management of patient with MND
- Audit and research experience
- Experience of mentoring and developing staff
Skills and Aptitudes
Essential
- Ability to work flexibly to meet needs of service
- An ability to work under pressure acting as a role model for other health care professionals
- A true team player who demonstrates diplomacy and maturity in all aspects of their work
- Excellent listening skills
- Compassionate and caring and a drive to delivery excellent patient care
- Excellent IT skills
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.
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.
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
North Cumbria Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Cumberland Infirmary / West Cumberland Hospital
Carlisle / Whitehaven
CA2 7HY
Employer's website
https://www.ncic.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
