Job overview
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A great opportunity has arisen to work alongside the Discharge Team at Worthing Hospital as a permanent Fast track discharge co-ordinator .
Experience of end of life care and competence in completing the Fastrack Tool is required for this role.
We are an inclusive ,professional friendly and supportive team, with a strong focus on patient first and patient experience.
Personal and professional development is supported and encouraged.
Full induction will be given
We welcome applications from those who currently hold a UK NMC registration. If you currently hold an overseas nursing qualification and require sponsorship we are not currently direct hiring Internationally Qualified Nurses.
This role is eligible for visa sponsorship under the UK Visas & Immigration (UKVI) Skilled Worker route however sponsorship can only be provided where applicants meet the specific requirements set by UKVI, including the relevant skill and salary thresholds (£25000), and any role-specific criteria.
Main duties of the job
·Act as key-worker to co-ordinate individual complex discharges- with Main focus on End of life and Fastrack completion.
·Responsible for co-ordinating rapid discharge for patients eligible for Fast track continuing health care funding.
·Ensure compliance with NSF for NHS Continuing Healthcare and act as the Trust’s liaison with NHS Continuing Healthcare.
·Act as Trust expert in discharge planning, assisting and supporting the MDT to drive and co-ordinate discharges, ensuring effective, timely intervention from all disciplines
·Assist wards and teams with understanding and using the ‘Home First’ Model
·Support the Tranger of Care Hub in matching patients to pathways
·Provide education in End of Life discharge planning to members of the MDT or other professional groups requiring this teaching
·Support transfers to NHS funded community venues/services
·Monitor performance associated with discharge, identifying gaps in service provision that may have a detrimental effect on length of stay, delayed transfers of care or patient experience
·Work with multi-agency representatives to reduce length of stay, numbers of super-stranded patients and delayed transfers of care, to achieve performance targets related to discharge
·Facilitate Trust’s compliance with current legislation relating to discharge planning
Working for our organisation
Working for our organisation
At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always deliver Excellent Care Everywhere, as shown in our Outstanding for Caring CQC rating. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of staff networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We’re proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 3) and a Veteran Aware Trust.
Candidate Pack
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Manage a personal caseload of patients who require or are in the process of a Fastrack referral. To support wards and coordinate complex discharges when required.
·Facilitate completion and submission of the Fast track tool.
·Ensure Fastrack referrals are processed in a timely manner to avoid unnecessary delays in discharge.
·Monitor process of Fast track referrals and escalate delays where necessary.
·Provide cover for other wards/departments when colleagues are absent, or when workloads are increased
·Coordinate specific discharges identified by colleagues on their allocated wards as required
·Service the integrated ‘Transfer of Care Hub.’
·Consider budgetary implications regarding basic equipment required for role
·Liaise and negotiate with any person or organisation with involvement in the discharge process of one or more patients, including family and representatives of patients
·Provide training sessions and individual advice to ward staff and other health care professionals on all aspects of the discharge process
Person specification
Professional
Essential criteria
1. a) Registered Nurse on current NMC register OR b) Qualified Health or Social Care Professional on HCPC register
Desirable criteria
2. a) Teaching & Assessing
3. b) Mentorship
4. c) Experience in completing Fastrack Tool
Communication
Essential criteria
5. Able to Communicate sensitively with patients and families regarding processes such as the Fast track process
6. Able to Provide clear information about continuing health care Fast Track funding and care options
Desirable criteria
7. Able to Communicate complex information in an understandable manner
Discharge principles
Essential criteria
8. To understand principles of the Discharge to Assess Model
Desirable criteria
9. To understand the discharge Pathways
Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion
Essential criteria
10. Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues
11. Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role)
Important information for applicants:
A Note on AI Use in Applications
We value the individuality and authenticity that each candidate brings to the application process. While AI tools are increasingly accessible, we strongly discourage their use in completing your application. Your responses should reflect your own voice, experiences, and motivations—elements that are essential to a fair and accurate evaluation.
Applications that rely heavily on AI-generated content may misrepresent your abilities and could result in your application being rejected. We encourage you to take the time to present your genuine self, as this helps us better understand your potential and ensures a transparent selection process.
Closing Adverts Early: In the event of exceptional interest, we may close adverts earlier than specified.
Some of our adverts are capped for a limited number of applications; therefore, the advert will close once the cap has been reached. We therefore encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible if you are interested in the position to prevent you from missing out on applying for the opportunity.
Flexible Working: If you would like to explore potential options regarding flexible working please speak with the appropriate recruiting/line manager.
DBS Checks: As part of our commitment to a safe working environment, we undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service check on all new employees where the role is eligible for a criminal record check. We make offers in line with the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1975.
Skilled Worker Visa: Applications for Skilled Worker sponsorship are welcome for the roles that meet the Visa and Immigrations eligibility criteria. For further information please visit the gov.uk website searching for Skilled Worker. It is your responsibility as the applicant to ensure that you meet this criteria.
UHSussex reserves the right to close the role early if we receive a high volume of applications