Definition
NICE Guideline NG86 - People's experience in adult social care services: improving the experience of care and support for people using adult social care services
The person in an organisation who is responsible for coordinating support for the person and their family if needed - for example, a named social worker or a nurse. The coordinator role refers to a function and not a post.
Definition
NICE Guideline NG21 - Home care: delivering personal care and practical support to older people living in their own homes
The named care coordinator is one of the people from among the group of workers providing care and support designated to take a coordinating role. This could be, for example, a social worker, practitioner working for a voluntary or community sector organisation, or lead nurse. Some aspects of this role may be undertaken by the person themselves, or their carer.
Definition
NICE Guideline NG22 - Older people with social care needs and multiple long-term conditions
The named care coordinator is one of the people from among the group of workers providing care and support designated to take a coordinating role. This could be, for example, a social worker, practitioner working for a voluntary or community sector organisation, or lead nurse.