Discharge Coordinator, Ruby Ward

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