Publish date: 8 February 2021

Author: Jenny Richards

Senior Clinical Nurse

Band 8a

Closing date: 14 February 2021

The post holder will be have experience in the field of NHS Continuing Healthcare having practiced extensively as a nurse assessor with significant experience of the CHC National Framework, CHC pathways and processes.

The role will require high level communication skills and the ability to work supportively and effectively with patients, families, appellants and claimants in frequently challenging and contentious circumstances.

The CHC Specialist Nurse will work under the guidance and support of the Head of Continuing Health care and the CHC Professional Lead to implement the National Framework for NHS Continuing Healthcare and NHS funded Nursing Care for residents in West Essex. He/she will promote best practice and provide professional advice to others promoting good relationships and liaising with colleagues from other disciplines both internally and externally to the CCG.

Due to the post being a secondment, please ensure you have your managers support in applying with a view to commencing in post during the week of 22nd February 2021.

Interviews are planned for:  19th February 2021