CHC Nurse Co-ordinator

Job Description

The CHC Nurse Co-ordinator leads and coordinates NHS Continuing Healthcare assessments for people with complex, ongoing health and care needs. The role typically requires current NMC registration, substantial post-registration nursing experience, knowledge of NHS Continuing Healthcare and Funded Nursing Care frameworks, and understanding of relevant legislation, safeguarding and multidisciplinary working. The successful candidate is expected to assess eligibility fairly, prepare accurate documentation, coordinate reviews, communicate sensitively with patients and families, and work effectively with health, social care and independent-sector professionals. Strong assessment, organisation, report-writing, negotiation and decision-making skills are essential. Experience of case management, complex care planning or community nursing is highly desirable, together with the ability to work independently and travel across the locality when required.

Company Info

Norfolk and Suffolk Integrated Care Board (ICB) is part of the NHS and plans, funds and oversees health services across Norfolk and Suffolk. It works with hospitals, community and mental health providers, GPs, local authorities, voluntary organisations and residents to improve health outcomes and reduce inequalities. The ICB has particular responsibility for commissioning services, supporting joined-up care and ensuring that public resources are used effectively. Its Continuing Healthcare teams assess and arrange NHS-funded care for eligible individuals with significant and ongoing health needs. Employees generally work within a collaborative public-service environment, with opportunities to support integrated care, service improvement and person-centred decision-making. The organisation promotes equality, safeguarding, professional development and partnership working across a large and diverse geographical area.

Destination Guide

The United Kingdom offers extensive opportunities in nursing, healthcare administration, social care, technology, education, engineering and professional services. Its culture is diverse and generally values punctuality, privacy, fairness and clear communication. Lifestyle varies from busy cities to quieter coastal and rural communities; Norfolk and Suffolk offer attractive countryside, historic towns and a slower pace than London, although transport can be limited in rural areas. International healthcare professionals usually need an eligible sponsored role, professional registration and, for nursing, NMC registration and an English-language assessment where applicable. A Skilled Worker visa may be available if the employer and role meet immigration requirements. Relocating involves arranging accommodation, a National Insurance number, banking, healthcare access and right-to-work documentation. Costs are generally lower in East Anglia than in London, but housing and transport should be budgeted carefully.