Job summary
An
exciting opportunity has arisen for an appropriately skilled and experienced
registered nurse to join Kirklees Health and Care Partership's Continuing
Healthcare (CHC Team) as a lead nurse for the physical disability CHC Team. Although direct experience of working in a CHC team is not
essential, candidates must be able to demonstrate knowledge and experience of
the CHC legislation and process and have experience of working within the physical disability field of practice.
Assessment,
including risk assessment, and case management skills are essential.
You
should have excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability
to produce clear and concise written reports.
Full-time
and part-time hours considered.
We
welcome the opportunity for you to call us to discuss the role in more
detail, if you feel this is something that you would be interested in.
Main duties of the job
Undertaking
Continuing Healthcare (CHC)/Funded Nursing Care (FNC) assessments and reviews
for patients across all aspects of care. This necessitates a high level of
assessment skills requiring tact, diplomacy and the ability to liaise
effectively with colleagues, health care professionals, service users' carers
and family members.
Complete MCA assessments and Best Interest decisions where appropriate. Work
within the DoLS framework, identifying and responding to the need for DoLS
authorisation this this may include working with legal professionals and The
Court of Protection.
Offering continuing support and advice to family and carers in complex and
sensitive situations, necessitating a high level of interpersonal, and
reassurance skills; supporting the local resolution process in the case of
complaints/appeals/retrospective cases and providing information on a timely
basis.
Developing and maintaining effective and appropriate communication networks
with health and social care professionals and act as a resource to them.
Working with relevant health professionals, CHC colleagues, Business Support
Staff, Senior Leads and other Support Staff within the CHC team to ensure a
seamless and efficient service is delivered.
Please
see job description for full list of duties and responsibilities.
About us
NHS
West Yorkshire ICB is responsible for improving population health and reducing
inequalities to meet the diverse health needs of its population and is part of
the West Yorkshire Health and Care Partnership which includes organisations,
local councils, health and care providers and voluntary, community and social
enterprise organisations.
We
are passionate about creating an inclusive workplace that promotes and values
diversity; we see this as a strength and part of our founding mission, values
and behaviours. We know through experience that different ideas, perspectives
and backgrounds create a stronger and more creative work environment that
delivers patient outcomes.
We
are committed to creating the best place to work, where your contribution is
valued, your wellbeing is supported and all our colleagues can reach their full
potential. We welcome and encourage applications from all areas of the
community, who meet the criteria for the role, regardless of their protected
characteristics.
We operate
a Carer friendly working environment that is supportive and inclusive. We
actively encourage Carers to self-identify themselves and are offered a working
Carer passport.
As a Mindful
Employer we are positive and enabling towards all employees and job applicants
with a mental health condition.
We are a Disability
Confident Employer and commit to shortlisting suitable applicants who meet the
essential criteria for an interview.Please inform
us of any adjustments you may require.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Undertaking
Continuing Healthcare (CHC)/Funded Nursing Care (FNC) assessments and reviews
for patients across all aspects of care. This necessitates a high level of
assessment skills requiring tact, diplomacy and the ability to liaise
effectively with colleagues, health care professionals, service users' carers
and family members.
Complete MCA assessments and Best Interest decisions where appropriate. Work
within the DoLS framework, identifying and responding to the need for DoLS
authorisation this this may include working with legal professionals and The
Court of Protection.
Offering continuing support and advice to family and carers in complex and
sensitive situations, necessitating a high level of interpersonal, and
reassurance skills; supporting the local resolution process in the case of
complaints/appeals/retrospective cases and providing information on a timely
basis.
Developing and maintaining effective and appropriate communication networks
with health and social care professionals and act as a resource to them.
Working with relevant health professionals, CHC colleagues, Business Support
Staff, Senior Leads and other Support Staff within the CHC team to ensure a
seamless and efficient service is delivered.
Exercising professional judgement as necessary when analysing and
communicating complex and sensitive information on behalf of the CHC service
and application of the associated criteria. Interpreting national and
regional guidance relating to the implementation of the CHC National
Framework and subsequent developments within the CHC service.
Decision making with regards to multi-disciplinary team CHC assessments to
determine eligibility.
Supporting Community Matrons/District Nurses in their case management roles
for complex cases that are eligible for continuing healthcare. Deputise for
the CHC Team Leader when required.
Deliver against organisational objectives, achieving quality outcomes,
prioritising own workload and working to tight deadlines.
Plan, organise and implement reviews and assessments, to co-ordinate with
Local Authority, family and providers
Ensuring there is a holistic care plan in place, including the production and
co production when required with Health and Care partners.
Ensure personal health budgets are actively promoted with service users and
their representatives and work closely to encourage a seamless delivery.
Identify risk of abuse and need for protection from harm to self or others
and report in line with local safeguarding routes and governance
arrangements.
Ensuring timely "End of life" provision and reviews, following the
national guidance for clients Fast Tracked through the CHC system.
Providing specialist nursing advice to secondary care, primary care, nursing
homes etc to facilitate the continuing healthcare process.
Ensure policies are implemented and adhered to whilst identifying and
proposing changes for improvement to practices and procedures in own area.
Required to implement changes to policies and procedures.
Approving a package of care in line with Place-based Partnership standing
financial instructions and agreed thresholds.
Continually strive for delivering project/function outcomes, value for money
and greater efficiency
Agreeing eligibility and will make financial decisions within the Place-based
Partnership standing financial instructions.
Delivering formal and non-formal education programmes to Community and
hospital staff, including nursing/residential homes, GPs, community nursing
and therapy staff relating to the assessment and management of CHC patient
groups in line with the latest research, evidence and Department of
Health/NICE guidance.
Maintaining and updating clinical records in a timely manner and in line with
local and national policies
Please
see job description for full list of duties and responsibilities.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Undertaking
Continuing Healthcare (CHC)/Funded Nursing Care (FNC) assessments and reviews
for patients across all aspects of care. This necessitates a high level of
assessment skills requiring tact, diplomacy and the ability to liaise
effectively with colleagues, health care professionals, service users' carers
and family members.
Complete MCA assessments and Best Interest decisions where appropriate. Work
within the DoLS framework, identifying and responding to the need for DoLS
authorisation this this may include working with legal professionals and The
Court of Protection.
Offering continuing support and advice to family and carers in complex and
sensitive situations, necessitating a high level of interpersonal, and
reassurance skills; supporting the local resolution process in the case of
complaints/appeals/retrospective cases and providing information on a timely
basis.
Developing and maintaining effective and appropriate communication networks
with health and social care professionals and act as a resource to them.
Working with relevant health professionals, CHC colleagues, Business Support
Staff, Senior Leads and other Support Staff within the CHC team to ensure a
seamless and efficient service is delivered.
Exercising professional judgement as necessary when analysing and
communicating complex and sensitive information on behalf of the CHC service
and application of the associated criteria. Interpreting national and
regional guidance relating to the implementation of the CHC National
Framework and subsequent developments within the CHC service.
Decision making with regards to multi-disciplinary team CHC assessments to
determine eligibility.
Supporting Community Matrons/District Nurses in their case management roles
for complex cases that are eligible for continuing healthcare. Deputise for
the CHC Team Leader when required.
Deliver against organisational objectives, achieving quality outcomes,
prioritising own workload and working to tight deadlines.
Plan, organise and implement reviews and assessments, to co-ordinate with
Local Authority, family and providers
Ensuring there is a holistic care plan in place, including the production and
co production when required with Health and Care partners.
Ensure personal health budgets are actively promoted with service users and
their representatives and work closely to encourage a seamless delivery.
Identify risk of abuse and need for protection from harm to self or others
and report in line with local safeguarding routes and governance
arrangements.
Ensuring timely "End of life" provision and reviews, following the
national guidance for clients Fast Tracked through the CHC system.
Providing specialist nursing advice to secondary care, primary care, nursing
homes etc to facilitate the continuing healthcare process.
Ensure policies are implemented and adhered to whilst identifying and
proposing changes for improvement to practices and procedures in own area.
Required to implement changes to policies and procedures.
Approving a package of care in line with Place-based Partnership standing
financial instructions and agreed thresholds.
Continually strive for delivering project/function outcomes, value for money
and greater efficiency
Agreeing eligibility and will make financial decisions within the Place-based
Partnership standing financial instructions.
Delivering formal and non-formal education programmes to Community and
hospital staff, including nursing/residential homes, GPs, community nursing
and therapy staff relating to the assessment and management of CHC patient
groups in line with the latest research, evidence and Department of
Health/NICE guidance.
Maintaining and updating clinical records in a timely manner and in line with
local and national policies
Please
see job description for full list of duties and responsibilities.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse (RGN/RMN/RNLD/RSCN)
- Educated to degree level or equivalent in experience
- Current and relevant NMC registration
- Post Graduate qualification or specialist training i.e. Community Nursing
Experience
Essential
- Minimum 2 years post qualification experience as a Registered Nurse
- Evidence of on-going professional development
- Significant experience of both community and hospital working and possess a sound understanding of the NHS CHC national guidance.
- Demonstrable evidence of the use of key performance indicators.
- Experience of managing change and supporting change management processes.
- Extensive knowledge of the Mental Capacity Act and Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards
- Up to date knowledge of the national nursing agenda
Skills & Behaviours
Essential
- Computer literate with an ability to use the required systems/Microsoft IT office packages
- Has attention to detail, able to work accurately, identifying errors quickly and easily.
- Able to exercise independent judgement where appropriate and problem solve.
- Has a responsive, solution focused approach to addressing issues and barriers.
- Able to work both independently where required and as a team and corporate player.
- Skills for communication on complex matters and difficult situations, requiring persuasion and influence.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse (RGN/RMN/RNLD/RSCN)
- Educated to degree level or equivalent in experience
- Current and relevant NMC registration
- Post Graduate qualification or specialist training i.e. Community Nursing
Experience
Essential
- Minimum 2 years post qualification experience as a Registered Nurse
- Evidence of on-going professional development
- Significant experience of both community and hospital working and possess a sound understanding of the NHS CHC national guidance.
- Demonstrable evidence of the use of key performance indicators.
- Experience of managing change and supporting change management processes.
- Extensive knowledge of the Mental Capacity Act and Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards
- Up to date knowledge of the national nursing agenda
Skills & Behaviours
Essential
- Computer literate with an ability to use the required systems/Microsoft IT office packages
- Has attention to detail, able to work accurately, identifying errors quickly and easily.
- Able to exercise independent judgement where appropriate and problem solve.
- Has a responsive, solution focused approach to addressing issues and barriers.
- Able to work both independently where required and as a team and corporate player.
- Skills for communication on complex matters and difficult situations, requiring persuasion and influence.
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.
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
