Care Home Trusted assessor
Location: Civic Offices, 2 Watling Street, Bexleyheath. DA6 7AT
Start Date: ASAP
Contract Duration: 4+ Months
Working Hours: Mon – Fri, 09:00 – 17:00 (Per Week Hours 36)
Pay Rate: £38.19 Per Hour (Competitive rate dependent on experience and qualifications)
Job Ref: OR20695
Job Responsibilities
Carry out trusted assessments for adults who are medically fit for discharge from hospital to care home settings
Work closely with the Hospital Integrated Discharge Team, multidisciplinary teams, and care home providers to support timely and safe discharges
Act on behalf of care homes to assess suitability for admission and manage changes in care needs
Reduce delayed transfers of care by resolving barriers to discharge through effective problem-solving
Ensure discharge documentation, care plans, and medication are complete prior to transfer
Support and promote the effective use of the Red Bag Scheme
Liaise with hospital staff, care homes, district nurses, and specialist teams to coordinate discharge arrangements
Represent the views and needs of older people, ensuring mental capacity and best interests are considered
Provide clear, sensitive, and accurate communication regarding patient needs and discharge plans
Monitor discharge quality and report issues to relevant partners, including health and social care teams
Maintain accurate records and provide data for performance monitoring and reporting
Contribute to service development, pilot projects, and new ways of working within trusted assessment models
Support service improvement activities, including training, safeguarding enquiries, and performance initiatives
Plan and organise work to ensure effective delivery of discharge support services
Person Specification
Must-Have Requirements
Professional qualification in Nursing
Evidence of post-qualification experience and ongoing continuing professional development
Experience working with older people and adults with long-term conditions in hospital and community settings
Previous experience of hospital discharge planning or integrated discharge teams
Strong knowledge of adult safeguarding, the Mental Capacity Act, and relevant social care legislation
Specialist knowledge of the NHS Continuing Healthcare and Funded Nursing Care framework
Ability to assess complex needs and recommend appropriate discharge options
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, including working within multidisciplinary teams
Ability to manage workloads, prioritise tasks, and meet service deadlines
Strong report writing and record-keeping skills
Confident use of IT systems for case recording and data reporting
Ability to travel within and outside the local area
Willingness to work flexibly, including occasional work outside normal hours
Nice-to-Have Requirements
Management or leadership qualification
Best Interests Assessor qualification
Experience supervising or supporting staff
Knowledge of reablement services and programmes
Experience contributing to service development or pilot projects
Understanding of recruitment, staff selection, and health and safety requirements
Additional Notes
The role requires a high level of professionalism, resilience, and the ability to manage sensitive situations
Strong negotiation and influencing skills are essential to resolve complex discharge challenges
The post holder must work collaboratively across organisational boundaries to achieve positive outcomes for service users
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