Job summary
Following a review and re-structure of In-Patient Services we have an opportunity to recruit a Band 7 Discharge Co-ordinator for complex cases at Prospect Park Hospital to be a part of our new senior leadership team. The role could be offered as a Developmental Band 6 into a Band 7 role, depending upon previous appropriate experience.
The Bed Management Team has a good core group of experienced staff who proactively manage the referrals into and out of the unit from across the Berkshire system, working across multiple agencies and healthcare providers externally and Trust wide services internally.
We are looking for a capable, reliable, highly organised, warm, and dynamic registered healthcare professional who has previous experience of working at Band 7 level and in managing a complex caseload and has extensive community experience. As the Discharge Co-ordinator you will work closely with the Bed Managers, the Inpatient Services Senior Leadership Team, Multi-Disciplinary Teams and Stakeholder providers to support the development of comprehensive discharge plans for patients with complex healthcare and social needs. You will both maintain and improve the high standards of patient care in these areas, and support and develop a cohesive pathway for patients on your caseload. We are keen to recruit a clinician with excellent communications skills and a proven track record of developing good working relationships across multiple services and settings.
Main duties of the job
- Work closely with key stakeholders within the Trust - delivering an assertive approach to multi-service work within BHFT, Social Care and Placement Partners.
- Reach across boundaries and deliver a connected approach to discharge patients with complex presentations.
- Facilitate the effective flow of patients into the right service at the right time and prevent long delays to discharge.
- Develop a seamless interface between BHFT colleagues, bringing key decision makers together to identify barriers to discharge and work in a positive MDT approach.
- Enabling effective and holistic discussions to reach decisions for the discharge of complex patients from inpatient psychiatric services and out of area placements.
- Working creatively with patients, their families and carers as well as liaising closely within ward MDT's, bed management, Nurse/Practitioner Consultant Network
- Move On Coordinator, Physical Health Leads, Drug and Alcohol Lead, Psychologist, Pharmacist, Inpatient operational managers, community mental health teams across BHFT and partner agencies.
About us
Berkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust isa specialist mental health and community health services trust. Rated 'outstanding' by the CQC, we're committed to providing the best possible care to people across Berkshire.
We value diversity and are proud to be a Stonewall Top 100 Employer. We work hard to create an inclusive environment where you'll be supported by friendly and professional colleagues to flourish.
Our values at Berkshire Healthcare:
- Caring for and about you is our top priority
- Committed to providing good quality, safe services
- Working Together with you to develop innovative solutions
We welcome people who share these values to come and work for us.
Benefits of working for us include:
- Flexible working options to support work-life balance.
- 27 days' annual leave rising with service + opportunity to buy and sell
- Generous NHS pension scheme
- Excellent learning and career development opportunities
- 'Cycle to Work' and car leasing scheme
- Access to a range of wellbeing tools and services
- Discounts at hundreds of popular retailers and restaurants
- Staff networks for race, diversity, disabilities and armed forces community to support equality
- Generous maternity, paternity, adoption and special leave.
- Free parking across Trust sites
Job description
Job responsibilities
Some of themust haves for you to be considered for this role:
- Registered Healthcare Professional (e.g. RMN, S/W)
- Previous experience of managing a complex caseload in the community.
- Evidence of ongoing relevant professional development and self-improvement to support patient experience.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills and ability to use these both on the ward and in other internal/ external forums and situations.
If youre someone who shares our passion for excellence and care, join us and lets be outstanding together.
We welcome a conversation about flexibility and any other questions you may have. Please dont hesitate to call: Zoe Emms on 07867 906809 or email: zoe.emms@berkshire.nhs.uk wholl be delighted to help.
We are committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community, regardless of any protected characteristics. Reasonable adjustments will be made for disabled applicants where required.
INTERVIEWS TO BE HELD 9 FEBRUARY 2024
Job description
Job responsibilities
Some of themust haves for you to be considered for this role:
- Registered Healthcare Professional (e.g. RMN, S/W)
- Previous experience of managing a complex caseload in the community.
- Evidence of ongoing relevant professional development and self-improvement to support patient experience.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills and ability to use these both on the ward and in other internal/ external forums and situations.
If youre someone who shares our passion for excellence and care, join us and lets be outstanding together.
We welcome a conversation about flexibility and any other questions you may have. Please dont hesitate to call: Zoe Emms on 07867 906809 or email: zoe.emms@berkshire.nhs.uk wholl be delighted to help.
We are committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community, regardless of any protected characteristics. Reasonable adjustments will be made for disabled applicants where required.
INTERVIEWS TO BE HELD 9 FEBRUARY 2024
Person Specification
Education/Qualifications/ Training
Essential
- Registered clinician or social worker.
- Evidence of post graduate study
- Evidence of continuing professional development
Desirable
Previous Experience
Essential
- Experience of working in a community services setting
- Ability to effectively challenge stakeholders while maintaining effective relationships
- Knowledge of hospital discharge process
Desirable
- Previous experience of multi-agency collaboration working across professional boundaries
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Essential
- Ability to work autonomously with individuals
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills with an ability to network and build relationships at all levels
- Time management skills
- Ability to pay attention to detail where accuracy is vitally important
- Demonstrates ability to work effectively within a team
- Advanced IT skills
- Evidence of excellent planning and organisational skills - and ability to prioritise workload.
Desirable
- Knowledge and understanding of relevant National policies and guidelines relevant to the area
- Knowledge of QI Methodology
Additional Requirements
Desirable
- Ability to travel to multiple sites
Person Specification
Education/Qualifications/ Training
Essential
- Registered clinician or social worker.
- Evidence of post graduate study
- Evidence of continuing professional development
Desirable
Previous Experience
Essential
- Experience of working in a community services setting
- Ability to effectively challenge stakeholders while maintaining effective relationships
- Knowledge of hospital discharge process
Desirable
- Previous experience of multi-agency collaboration working across professional boundaries
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Essential
- Ability to work autonomously with individuals
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills with an ability to network and build relationships at all levels
- Time management skills
- Ability to pay attention to detail where accuracy is vitally important
- Demonstrates ability to work effectively within a team
- Advanced IT skills
- Evidence of excellent planning and organisational skills - and ability to prioritise workload.
Desirable
- Knowledge and understanding of relevant National policies and guidelines relevant to the area
- Knowledge of QI Methodology
Additional Requirements
Desirable
- Ability to travel to multiple sites
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
