Job overview
Avonbourne ward is currently looking to recruit a proactive and patient centred Discharge Coordinator. As a ward we prides ourselves on our effective team work. As a discharge Coordinator on Avonbourne ward, you will be required to interact closely with all members of the Multi-Disciplinary Team and other external health and social care services in order to facilitate safe and effective discharges for our patients. Base Location: Poole Hospital Interview Date: TBC Main duties of the job To understand the role in more detail please read the full job description and person specification documents which are attached to this advert. Working for our organisation Our values define who we are as #TeamUHD. They underpin everything we do now and in the future. They define how we treat our patients, visitors, and each other, our valued teammates and colleagues. UHD are investing in services across the Trust, with many being transformed and developed following merger and the New Hospital Programme. In some cases this means that a services may move site this year or next, either temporarily or long term. Recruiting Managers interviewing for this role will be happy to answer any specific questions that you have at interview. Detailed job description and main responsibilities To be understand this role in more detail, please refer to the attached job description and person specification. Person specification Qualifications Essential criteria Numeracy and Literacy-GCSE / A level or equivalent standard Desirable criteria NVQ level 3: Health/ Social care management or equivalent. Experience Essential criteria Understanding of patient flow and supporting complex discharge processes in an acute ward area. Experience of caring for patients with acute and long term conditions in a hospital setting Demonstrable clinical experience Desirable criteria Experience of supporting others with the process of planning patient discharge requiring CHC and Social services involvement. Experience of patient flow and discharge planning systems Technical Skills Competencies Essential criteria Basic IT skills Assessment, planning and organisational skills. Desirable criteria Awareness of audits Good knowledge of NHS computer systems, e.g Ecamis, EPR Knowledge Essential criteria Demonstrated knowledge of both simple and complex discharge form an acute ward, including mental capacity act Understanding of National Frameworks, CHC, Delayed Discharge Act and reimbursement Understanding of MDT assessment and treatment for vulnerable patients within acute care and community settings. Desirable criteria Knowledge of nation guidance and target relating to discharge