Job summary
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An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Learning Disability nurse within the CHC/CC/Complex Care team within Cheshire & Wirral Partnership NHS Foundation Trust. The successful applicant will have a working knowledge of Mental Capacity Act, Safeguarding, Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards, experience of undertaking assessments, case and risk management and personalised care agenda will be essential for this role.
The post-holder will undertake various functions relating to the National Framework for NHS Continuing Healthcare which will include undertaking health needs assessments, facilitation of multi-disciplinary assessments, reviews, supporting individuals with case management and staff leadership and management.
We require a motivated and experienced registered learning disability nurse who can work autonomously and collaboratively in a multi-agency environment with individuals and their representatives to support the process for NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC) and NHS Funded Nursing Care (FNC) including the promotion and review of Personal Health Budgets.
Access to transport for work purposes is essential.
The post is part time 30 hours per week.
Main duties of the job
See attached Job Description / Person Specification for specific details:
The role will include meeting individual on-going health care needs for learning disability clients, in conjunction with the Continuing Health Care Teams and coordinating the process of assessing for NHS funding.
To provide specialist LD nurse case management on behalf of ICB clients with regards to the commissioning, planning and coordination of bespoke care packages for learning disabilities service users with complex health needs across Wirral.
To manage a complex and varied case load of people with learning disabilities and have the responsibility for coordinating the process of identifying and securing appropriate health funding, either through CHC or joint funding arrangements with the relevant Local Authority; with support from the Clinical leads .
To be part of the development and monitoring of effective working relationships and processes between other NHS Trusts, General Practitioners, Primary Health Care Teams, Local Authority, Independent Providers and Voluntary Services.
To contribute to the ongoing development of effective assessment, case management and review systems for service users with a Learning Disability.
Advise and support CHC Operational teams with regard to service users with learning disabilities.
About us
CWP provides health and care services for local people, including mental health, learning disability, community physical health and all-age disability care - including the provision of three GP surgeries.
Our aim is to help people to be the best they can be, adopting a compassionate, person-centred approach to everything we do. We were recently rated as Outstanding for Caring by the Care Quality Commission with a Good rating overall.
We offer a variety of roles at all levels, so whether you are just starting out in your career or looking to use your skills and experience in a new role, CWP is the right employer for you.
CWP are committed to making our recruitment practices as inclusive as possible for everyone. We are committed to promoting equality and diversity and developing a culture that values differences.
To support this, we offer up to three weeks induction, dependent on role, with our Prepare to Care programme for all new starters. This programme welcomes you to CWP and provides you with information and training to support you in your role.
We welcome applications from people who have direct experience of accessing our services.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please download a copy of the job description for full details.
Recruitment selection processes are based on competence (see Person specification) and values.
CWP recruits people that can demonstrate the Trusts Values and Behaviours in their everyday life. Therefore, if you are invited to interview, you will be undertaking a Values Based Interview/Assessment, which explores not only what you do but how and why you do it.
Before applying, we encourage you to review the Trusts Values and Behaviours which are the 6 Cs Communication, Competence, Courage, Care, Compassion and Commitment. The supporting information section in your application should therefore reflect your understanding of the Trusts Values and associated behaviours. You will be expected to provide us with examples from work experience and/or personal life which demonstrate these values through your behaviour.
An applicant guide to help and support you through your recruitment journey can be accessed at the bottom of this page. Further help and support for completing your application can be accessed via our website If you need any further guidance to help you complete your application, contact our recruitment team via email or by calling 01244 393100.
If you have a disability that meets the definition set out in the Equality Act 2010, and you can show that you meet the essential criteria described in the person specification for an available position, please answer YES to the question: Do you wish to be considered under the Guaranteed Interview Scheme?
Please inform the team if you have any special support needs to be considered as part of the interview and selection processes.
CWP is proud to be an accredited Veteran Aware organisation helping to provide and share best practice in NHS care for our armed forces community. As a veteran aware organisation, CWP is committed to delivering on the principles of the Armed Force Covenant and has a Silver award with the MOD Defence Employer Recognition Scheme (DERS).
The trust offers a Guaranteed Interview Scheme to any armed forces community applicants who meet the essential criteria for the post and encourages applications from armed forces reservists or cadet force adult volunteers.
Please note applicants will be required to pay for their DBS check. Costs are deducted from salary following are encouraged to enrol for the DBS Update Service. A small annual fee of £13 per year applies.
New entrants to the NHS will commence on the minimum of the scale stated above.
Applicants are advised to apply early as if a large number of applications are received for this post we reserve the right to close the vacancy prior to the advertised date.
If you experience any technical difficulties or need help when making an application please contact our Recruitment Team on 01244 393100.
Good luck with your application. We hope to welcome you to Team CWP very soon.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
1. Degree or equivalent level of experience in health or social care
2. NMC Registration - Learning Disabilities background.
3. Evidence of post registration study in specialist area
Desirable
4. Leadership qualification/ experience.
Knowledge and Expertise
Essential
5. A sound knowledge around NHS Framework for Continuing Healthcare, Forensic Mental Health, Section 117 aftercare, and Learning Disabilities services.
6. Demonstrable relative experience and knowledge of current key policies and priorities.
7. Understanding of service provision for the client group.
8. Understanding of current DH policy on joint commissioning and health improvement.
9. Demonstrate expert knowledge of legal processes associated with Mental Capacity Act, Mental Health Act, Safeguarding and Deprivation of Liberty.
10. Demonstrate an understanding of the freedom of information/ information governance policy
11. Demonstrates ability to work in complex situations involving cross organisational working and the ability to deliver highly complex and sensitive information to senior staff, families, carers, and service users
Experience
Essential
12. Undertaking specialist assessment of need for people with learning disabilities, including co- ordinating multi-disciplinary reviews and implementing the required assessments for continuing healthcare.
13. Experience of commissioning packages of care.
14. Experience of the wider MH sector and aware of the current priorities.
15. Experience of delivering to Section 117 of the MH Act.
16. Working with people with learning disabilities and additional complex health needs in highly emotional and distressing circumstances Implementation of national policy.
17. Safeguarding.