Essex Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust

Discharge Coordinator, Ruby Ward

The closing date is 03 June 2025

Job summary

Ruby Ward is a 17 mixed bed inpatient unit catering for older people with acute mental health difficulties.

To be successful you should have experience of working within a care setting and have a good understanding of social care or a willingness to learn the process, whilst working under the direction of senior staff.

We are looking for people who can bring commitment, reliability, enthusiasm and determination to take forward our service in new and innovative ways. In return we offer training and development of staff, support through regular Supervision and Appraisal, assisting you in setting realistic objectives.

Main duties of the job

The successful candidates will be able to demonstrate:

  • Compassion
  • Understanding
  • Commitment
  • Enthusiasm
  • Be highly motivated
  • Delivering high quality care,
  • Have a positive attitude
  • Commitment to maintain EPUT's excellent customer care and outstanding reputation.
  • An interest in coordinating patient discharge plans

This is an exciting opportunity to become part of a team where resident care is always at the forefront. As part of the team you will be supported and encouraged to develop your skills whilst working for an organization that values their staff.

About us

EPUT are looking for motivated staff who shares our Trust values of Care, Learn and Empower. In return, EPUT can offer you a range of benefits and development including;

  • Season Ticket Loans
  • NHS discounts for staff
  • Excellent Training facilities and opportunities
  • Buying and Selling annual leave scheme
  • The opportunity to work bank shifts and expand knowledge and experience in other areas
  • Cycle to Work
  • Day One Flexible Employer

The Trust supports and actively encourages flexible working for all employees. We offer many options and you are encouraged to ask the recruiting manager what is possible for this role. If appointed, you will have the opportunity to apply for a flexible working request from the first day of your employment

Join our Staff bank

What is Staff Bank?

Our EPUT NHS staff bank is an entity managed by the trust that hires clinical and non-clinical healthcare professionals to take on shifts at our trust hospitals and community settings. Here at EPUT we maintain our own bank of specialist staff to ensure that we are able offer safe and effective care at all times.

All our permanent staff are automatically enrolled onto the staff bank however this does not mean you have to work any additional shifts, but the option is there for you if you wish.

If you are joining our Trust in a fixed term role, please indicate on your New Starter Paperwork that you wish to join our staff bank

Details

Date posted

20 May 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 3

Salary

£24,625 to £25,674 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

364-A-9005

Job locations

Ruby Ward

The Crystal Centre

Chelmsford

CM1 7LF


Job description

Job responsibilities

The post holder is responsible for undertaking assigned tasks that involve direct patient care in inpatient settings. The post involves supporting individual patients in all aspects of their care including daily living needs as is outlined in the patients individualised care plan. The post holder is responsible for reporting any relevant changes in the patients condition to the qualified staff. Furthermore the post holder will assist in the physical care and support of people with mental health needs, proving person centred care and working within the Recovery Model to enable patients to be become socially inclusive, whilst supporting qualified staff to ensure the highest standards of care are upheld.Contribute to record keeping under the supervision of a qualified staff member keeping accurate records of patients care with due regard to the confidentiality of information relating to patients.

Job description

Job responsibilities

The post holder is responsible for undertaking assigned tasks that involve direct patient care in inpatient settings. The post involves supporting individual patients in all aspects of their care including daily living needs as is outlined in the patients individualised care plan. The post holder is responsible for reporting any relevant changes in the patients condition to the qualified staff. Furthermore the post holder will assist in the physical care and support of people with mental health needs, proving person centred care and working within the Recovery Model to enable patients to be become socially inclusive, whilst supporting qualified staff to ensure the highest standards of care are upheld.Contribute to record keeping under the supervision of a qualified staff member keeping accurate records of patients care with due regard to the confidentiality of information relating to patients.

Person Specification

Education/ Qualifications

Essential

  • Good general education
  • Previous experience of working within a care

Desirable

  • NVQ care or equivalent.

Skills/ Experience

Essential

  • Assist in the provision and care to patients
  • Assist patients' with all activities of daily living (Hygiene, nutrition etc.)
  • Previous experience of social housing placements
  • Literate in IT/Computer Skills

Knowledge

Essential

  • oAwareness of all infection control issues

Desirable

  • oKnowledge of Care Programme approach
Person Specification

Education/ Qualifications

Essential

  • Good general education
  • Previous experience of working within a care

Desirable

  • NVQ care or equivalent.

Skills/ Experience

Essential

  • Assist in the provision and care to patients
  • Assist patients' with all activities of daily living (Hygiene, nutrition etc.)
  • Previous experience of social housing placements
  • Literate in IT/Computer Skills

Knowledge

Essential

  • oAwareness of all infection control issues

Desirable

  • oKnowledge of Care Programme approach

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Employer details

Employer name

Essex Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Ruby Ward

The Crystal Centre

Chelmsford

CM1 7LF


Employer's website

https://eput.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Essex Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Ruby Ward

The Crystal Centre

Chelmsford

CM1 7LF


Employer's website

https://eput.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Ward Manager

Mary Boamah

mary.boamah1@nhs.net

01245515330

Details

Date posted

20 May 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 3

Salary

£24,625 to £25,674 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

364-A-9005

Job locations

Ruby Ward

The Crystal Centre

Chelmsford

CM1 7LF


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