Job summary
Area East Continuing Healthcare Care Team has a unique opportunity for an enthusiastic, motivated RMN for the role of Continuing Health Care Lead Nurse OPMH Band 7.
The role involves managing a team of Nurse Reviewers who visit patients in care homes and patients' own homes to review and assess their needs in relation to NHS Funding, in accordance with national guidance. The post holder will work closely with Discharge teams across hospital sites, Nursing Homes, Social Services departments, and other NHS professionals, including contract teams. Responsibilities include coordinating, scrutinising CHC applications, participating in CHC and FNC reviews, and attending Multi-Disciplinary Team (MDT) meetings as required. The post also involves providing training packages for Multi-Agency staff on CHC issues and promoting good practice.
This challenging role requires dealing with sensitive information, and skilled communication is vital. Candidates should have knowledge of the Continuing Health Care Framework and experience in assessing patients for continuing health care.
Main duties of the job
1. Implementing and monitoring Continuing NHS Health Care funding (CHC) in care homes and domiciliary care packages according to the national Framework for CHC and NHS Funded Registered Nursing Care (FNC).
2. Extensive joint working with Local Authorities to ensure high-quality, safe services for patients in the Independent Sector funded by BCUHB.
3. Coordinating and scrutinising CHC applications, participating in reviews, and attending MDT meetings within the area.
4. Managing the local resolution process within the area, including liaising with families regarding panel outcomes and handling disputes about eligibility for CHC funding.
5. Collaborating with statutory agencies on safeguarding issues and attending POVA/Strategy meetings.
6. Working with CMHTs, DN Services, Discharge Liaison Teams to ensure safe and timely discharge/transfer of patients.
7. Supporting management duties within the CHC team and providing training for Multi-Agency staff on CHC.
About us
If you enjoy a challenge, have a passion for helping others, or are seeking a fresh start, Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) in North Wales offers a comprehensive environment. As the largest health organization in Wales, providing primary, community, mental health, acute, and elective hospital services to around 700,000 people across North Wales, we support our staff in line with our organizational values and 'Proud to Lead' competence framework.
We promote equality and diversity and are proud to be a 'Disability Confident Employer'. Please check your email regularly for correspondence. Successful applicants will be contacted via the email provided in their application.
Knowledge of Welsh is desirable; applications in Welsh are equally welcome and will not be treated less favorably.
Job details
* Date posted: 17 June 2025
* Pay scheme: Agenda for change
* Band: Band 7
* Salary: £46,840 to £53,602 per annum, pro rata
* Contract: Permanent
* Working pattern: Part-time
* Location: Preswylfa, Hendy Road, Mold, CH7 1PZ
Application process
Further details and the full Job description and Person Specification are available within the supporting documents or by clicking Apply now to view in Trac. For informal inquiries, contact Anita Brookes-Williams or Chris Neeson at 03000 858762 or via email at christopher.neeson@wales.nhs.uk or Anita.Brookes-Williams@wales.nhs.uk.
Person Specification
* Essential: RMN qualification
* Desirable: Knowledge of CHC Framework, Managerial Experience
Additional requirements
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975, requiring a Disclosure and Barring Service check. Applications from those requiring Skilled Worker sponsorship are welcome. Applicants must hold current UK professional registration. For more info, visit the NHS Careers website.
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