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