CHC Nurse Assessor - Band 08b

Role Overview

The successful candidate will undertake Continuing Healthcare (CHC) and Funded Nursing Care (FNC) assessments for adults with complex health needs. This will include face-to-face assessments across the Birmingham and Solihull areas, with report writing completed either from home or the office.

Key Responsibilities

• Complete CHC and FNC assessments for adults with complex health needs
• Undertake face-to-face assessments within Birmingham and Solihull
• Complete DSTs, Checklists, Fast Track assessments and reviews
• Work with patients, families, carers, advocates and multidisciplinary teams
• Prepare clear, accurate and comprehensive assessment reports
• Support CHC review panels and funding decision-making processes
• Manage a complex clinical caseload independently
• Liaise with care homes, local authorities, acute trusts and community services
• Ensure assessments are completed in line with the National Framework for NHS Continuing Healthcare and Funded Nursing Care

Essential Requirements

• Registered Nurse with current NMC registration
• Strong experience in CHC / Continuing Healthcare assessments
• Experience completing DST, Checklist, Fast Track and FNC assessments
• Good understanding of the National Framework for NHS Continuing Healthcare and Funded Nursing Care
• Experience working with adults with complex needs, long-term conditions, disabilities, palliative care or end-of-life care
• Excellent report writing and communication skills
• Ability to work independently and manage a complex caseload
• Ability to travel across Birmingham and Solihull for face-to-face assessments

Desirable Requirements

• Previous experience working within an ICB, CCG or NHS CHC team
• Experience presenting cases to CHC panels
• Knowledge of safeguarding, DoLS, Care Act and Mental Capacity Act
• Strong stakeholder management and negotiation skills