CHC Advisor – Band 6

£19.38 – £31.01 per hour

Job Overview

Bluestones Medical is currently seeking an experienced and motivated CHC Advisor (Band 6) to join the CHC & IPA Commissioning Team supporting the delivery of Continuing Healthcare services across the Lancashire & South Cumbria region.

The successful candidate will play a vital role in supporting the All Age Continuing Healthcare (CHC) service, ensuring high-quality, patient-focused care in line with the National Framework for NHS Continuing Healthcare and NHS Funded Nursing Care.

This role requires flexibility to work across the Lancashire & South Cumbria ICB footprint and involves close collaboration with multidisciplinary teams, service providers, safeguarding teams, local authorities, and other stakeholders.

A full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle are essential for this position.

Key Responsibilities

Clinical & Case Management

• Support and facilitate multidisciplinary assessments and patient reviews in line with CHC National Framework guidance.
• Manage and coordinate CHC-funded care packages, ensuring appropriate, effective, and high-quality care delivery.
• Monitor patient care arrangements and contribute to future commissioning decisions and resource planning.
• Maintain accurate and contemporaneous clinical records in accordance with professional standards and organisational policies.
• Act as a first point of contact for internal and external enquiries relating to individual CHC cases.
• Provide specialist advice on clinical and commissioning issues where appropriate.
• Ensure compliance with service agreements, safeguarding procedures, and commissioning policies.

Partnership & Stakeholder Working

• Work collaboratively with:
  • Continuing Healthcare teams
  • Safeguarding teams
  • Local Authorities
  • Care providers and NHS Trusts
  • Service users, families, and legal representatives
  • Finance and Quality Monitoring teams
• Attend review meetings, complex case discussions, and Court of Protection hearings where required.
• Develop and maintain effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

Service Improvement & Governance

• Support service development initiatives and contribute to continuous improvement programmes.
• Assist with quality monitoring activities and implementation of governance strategies.
• Contribute to operational planning, commissioning strategies, and performance improvement initiatives.
• Ensure safeguarding responsibilities are upheld in line with ICB policies and procedures.
• Maintain compliance with NMC/AHP professional standards, revalidation requirements, and mandatory training.

Information & Data Management

• Analyse and interpret complex clinical and commissioning information.
• Maintain and update case management systems and databases accurately.
• Prepare reports, briefings, and correspondence for senior managers and stakeholders.
• Monitor risks, issues, and performance indicators, escalating concerns appropriately.

Leadership & Team Support

• Support induction, training, and supervision of staff where required.
• Participate in recruitment and team development activities.
• Provide specialist advice and guidance to colleagues and stakeholders.

Essential Requirements

• Registered healthcare professional (NMC/AHP registered).
• Experience working within Continuing Healthcare (CHC), case management, or commissioning environments.
• Strong knowledge of the National Framework for NHS Continuing Healthcare and Funded Nursing Care.
• Understanding of safeguarding, MCA, and DoLS legislation.
• Excellent communication, organisational, and analytical skills.
• Ability to manage complex caseloads and work independently.
• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle.

Desirable

• Experience within commissioning or integrated care settings.
• Knowledge of Court of Protection processes.
• Experience in quality monitoring and service improvement initiatives.

What Bluestones Medical Offers

• Competitive hourly rates of £19.38 – £31.01
• Flexible working opportunities
• Dedicated consultant support
• Ongoing professional development
• Opportunities across NHS and community settings