Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced nurse, RGN, to join a dynamic team of nurses within CWP that provide commissioning services for people with complex care needs who are eligible for NHS Continuing Healthcare funding or NHS-funded nursing care.
The candidates should have experience of undertaking CHC assessments, working with patients, families and carers, and have a sound knowledge of the NHS Framework for Continuing Healthcare. The successful candidates will be responsible for the assessment process from referral, to assessment, review, care commissioning and case management for individuals who are eligible for CHC.
Whilst travel was limited during the Covid-19 pandemic and much work has been done virtually this role ordinarily involves a considerable amount of travelling across the North West therefore a valid driving licence and access to a vehicle for work purposes is essential.
Main duties of the job
Full details are available on the JD / Person specification but in summary the successful candidate will need to :
- Ensure assessments are undertaken in line with the National Framework for Continuing Healthcare and funded-Nursing Care and submitted to the CCG within the service's key performance indicators
- Complete all review assessments in line with the service's key performance indicators
- Work closely with acute hospitals to support discharge to assess pathways
- Accurately input information onto departmental databases and tools used in Continuing Healthcare adhering to NMC standards for record keeping
- Assist and support individuals and representatives in relation to the Continuing Healthcare process
- Commission appropriate packages of care for individuals eligible for CHC or other NHS funded care, in line with the Commissioning Policy.
- Case management and ongoing review of individuals eligible for CHC or other NHS funded care in accordance with the National Framework for Continuing Healthcare and NHS-Funded Nursing Care
- Provide assurance regarding quality of individual packages of care by undertaking reviews as required and reporting quality/safeguarding concerns through the agreed reporting route in a timely manner;
- Undertake urgent reviews of individuals where quality and safety concerns have been identified.
About us
Cheshire and Wirral Partnership NHS Foundation Trust (CWP) supports thousands of vulnerable people across Cheshire and Merseyside. We provide physical, mental health and learning disability services to a total population of around one million people.
We offer a variety of roles at all levels, so whether you are just starting out in your career or you are looking to use your skills and experience in a new role, CWP is the right employer for you.
Visit our 'Working for us' pages on our website to find out more about why you should choose CWP.
CWP are committed to making our recruitment practices as inclusive as possible for everyone. We are committed to promoting equality and diversity and developing a culture that values differences. We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer.
We welcome applications from people who have direct experience of accessing our services.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please download a copy of the job description for a full copy.
Recruitment selection processes are based on competence (see Person specification) and values.
To ensure that we continue to provide Outstanding for Care (as recently been awarded by CQC), CWP recruits people that can demonstrate the Trusts Values and Behaviours in their everyday life. Therefore, if you are invited to interview, you will be undertaking aValues Based Interview/Assessment,which explores not only what you do but how and why you do it.
Before applying, we encourage you to review the Trusts Values and Behaviours which are the 6 Cs Communication, Competence, Courage, Care, Compassion and Commitment. A Guide to completing your application form can be accessed on the right side of this page under the job description.
The Supporting Information Section in your application should therefore reflect your understanding of the Trusts Values and associated Behaviours. You will be expected to provide us with examples from work experience and/or personal life which demonstrate these values through your behaviour.
If your disability meets the definition set out in the Equality Act 2010, and you can show that you meet the essential criteria described in the person specification for an available position, please answer YES to the question: Do you wish to be considered under the Guaranteed Interview Scheme? Please also inform the team if you have any special support needs to be considered as part of the interview and selection processes.
All new clinical support staff will be required to have completed or working towards the Care Certificate (CWP In-house 2 day training to be completed within 6 months of start date).
Please note applicants will be required to pay for their DBS check. Costs are deducted from salary following appointment. Please note that DBS costs will be waived for applicants who are being recruited for COVID-19 reasons.
You are encouraged to enrol for the DBS Update Service. A small annual fee of £13 per year applies. Please see attached Update Service Applicant Guide document for further information.
New entrants to the NHS will commence on the minimum of the scale stated above.
Applicants are advised to apply early as if a large number of applications are received for this post we reserve the right to close the vacancy prior to the advertised date.
If you experience any technical difficulties or need help when making an application please contact our Recruitment Team on 01244 393100 and quote the vacancy reference number.
Good luck with your application. We hope to welcome you to Team CWP very soon.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please download a copy of the job description for a full copy.
Recruitment selection processes are based on competence (see Person specification) and values.
To ensure that we continue to provide Outstanding for Care (as recently been awarded by CQC), CWP recruits people that can demonstrate the Trusts Values and Behaviours in their everyday life. Therefore, if you are invited to interview, you will be undertaking aValues Based Interview/Assessment,which explores not only what you do but how and why you do it.
Before applying, we encourage you to review the Trusts Values and Behaviours which are the 6 Cs Communication, Competence, Courage, Care, Compassion and Commitment. A Guide to completing your application form can be accessed on the right side of this page under the job description.
The Supporting Information Section in your application should therefore reflect your understanding of the Trusts Values and associated Behaviours. You will be expected to provide us with examples from work experience and/or personal life which demonstrate these values through your behaviour.
If your disability meets the definition set out in the Equality Act 2010, and you can show that you meet the essential criteria described in the person specification for an available position, please answer YES to the question: Do you wish to be considered under the Guaranteed Interview Scheme? Please also inform the team if you have any special support needs to be considered as part of the interview and selection processes.
All new clinical support staff will be required to have completed or working towards the Care Certificate (CWP In-house 2 day training to be completed within 6 months of start date).
Please note applicants will be required to pay for their DBS check. Costs are deducted from salary following appointment. Please note that DBS costs will be waived for applicants who are being recruited for COVID-19 reasons.
You are encouraged to enrol for the DBS Update Service. A small annual fee of £13 per year applies. Please see attached Update Service Applicant Guide document for further information.
New entrants to the NHS will commence on the minimum of the scale stated above.
Applicants are advised to apply early as if a large number of applications are received for this post we reserve the right to close the vacancy prior to the advertised date.
If you experience any technical difficulties or need help when making an application please contact our Recruitment Team on 01244 393100 and quote the vacancy reference number.
Good luck with your application. We hope to welcome you to Team CWP very soon.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Degree or equivalent level of experience in healthcare
- Evidence of professional development NMC registration - RGN
Desirable
- Relevant post basic academic/professional
- Two years post registration qualified
Knowledge and Expertise
Essential
- Excellent knowledge around NHS Framework for Continuing Healthcare
- Demonstrable relative experience and knowledge of current key policies and priorities.
- Understanding of service provision for the client group.
- Sound knowledge and understanding of the current NHS reforms.
- Understanding of relevant, current NHS and social care market mechanisms
- Excellent written and verbal communication information
Desirable
- Understanding of the commissioning agenda including its scope, structure, methods of operation, processes and interrelationships
Experience
Essential
- Experience of Continuing Healthcare.
- Experience of Commissioning
- Experience of the wider sector and aware of the current priorities
- Wide experience of cross-sector partnership
- Experience of working with service users and carers.
- Implementation of national policy.
Desirable
- Experience of research and development.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Degree or equivalent level of experience in healthcare
- Evidence of professional development NMC registration - RGN
Desirable
- Relevant post basic academic/professional
- Two years post registration qualified
Knowledge and Expertise
Essential
- Excellent knowledge around NHS Framework for Continuing Healthcare
- Demonstrable relative experience and knowledge of current key policies and priorities.
- Understanding of service provision for the client group.
- Sound knowledge and understanding of the current NHS reforms.
- Understanding of relevant, current NHS and social care market mechanisms
- Excellent written and verbal communication information
Desirable
- Understanding of the commissioning agenda including its scope, structure, methods of operation, processes and interrelationships
Experience
Essential
- Experience of Continuing Healthcare.
- Experience of Commissioning
- Experience of the wider sector and aware of the current priorities
- Wide experience of cross-sector partnership
- Experience of working with service users and carers.
- Implementation of national policy.
Desirable
- Experience of research and development.
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
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).
