Job summary
County Durham and Darlington NHS Foundation Trust is one of
the largest integrated care providers in England, serving a population of
around 600,000 people. We are a high performing organisation with a track
record of success.
An opportunity has arisen for 3 full time Discharge/Progress
Facilitator within County Durham &
Darlington NHS Foundation Trust
The purpose of the role is to facilitate the flow through
the Acute Medical Unit, working closely with the team leader/coordinator to
expedite discharges and safe transfers out of AMU
The successful applicant will be expected to work both as
part of a team and to use their own initiative and work unsupervised to ensure
the effective co-ordination of duties.
Educated GSCEs Grade A-C in Maths and English or
equivalent and experience as a health care assistant
Main duties of the job
To promote the correct implementation of discharge processes throughout CDDFT to ensure safe and
timely discharge and smooth transfer of patients
To liase closely with the ward coordinator to expedite early
discharges.
Work closely with Social Services and Primary Care Trusts
and other local authorities, private and voluntary organisations to ensure a
seamless service, including working to reduce delayed discharges.
To link closely with other hospital sites to ensure
effective use of beds.
To liaise with relevant staff and agencies on a daily basis
to resolve daily operational issues and ensure discharges are managed
effectively.
To understand and apply the skills and knowledge around
complex needs and discharge planning, within a multidisciplinary team.
To chase up bed availability on a regular basis
to ensure patients are transferred at the earliest opportunity
About us
If you are being interviewed you must accept an interview slot in the system to continue, even if you have arranged with the manager
You must be able to produce ALL certificates stated essential in the person specification or you will not be able to complete pre-employment checks
We provide hospital services from two acute sites - Darlington Memorial Hospital and University Hospital of North Durham. We have a centre for planned care in Bishop Auckland and provide care from community hospitals in Chester-le-Street, Shotley Bridge, Barnard Castle, Sedgefield and Weardale as well as over 80 other community based settings and providing care in patients' homes.
We particularly welcome applications from disabled and Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) candidates as BAME and disabled people are currently under-represented
From April 1 2024 we are unable to offer sponsorship for healthcare roles that do not meet the minimum salary, If you are in the UK on a VISA please ensure you have no restrictions that would prevent you from taking this post.
Full Job Descriptions can be found in the adverts supporting documents
Job description
Job responsibilities
To work as part of the team under the direction of AMU
coordinator, to ensure smooth flow of patients through the department.
To aid discharges from County Durham ad Darlington NHS
Trust, smoothing the transition from the hospital back into the community, in
line with Trust Policy by working with the multidisciplinary team (MDT), the
patient and their support networks.
To identify issues which may affect the patients discharge
home and work with the MDT and other agencies to resolve them.
To act as a central point of contact for discharge planning
acting as resource for knowledge of the discharge planning processes, services
available and how to access them.
To ensure referrals and formal notifications processed are
followed in an appropriate and timely manner.
To be responsible for the prioritisation and action of cases
using client centered principles to assist the multidisciplinary team and plan
a smooth timely and effective discharge from hospital care.
To contribute to the planning, development, implementation
and evaluation of discharge planning within County Durham & Darlington NHS
Foundation Trust.
To work in partnership with relevant external agencies
including CCGs, Social Services etc.
To liase with other departments and expediting clinical
investigations the post holder will contribute to the effective and efficient
running of the department resulting in significant reduction in patient journey
times and improving performance against the 4 hour Emergency Department
Standard.
To ensure tests are carried out at appropriate times
escalating when standard operating procedures are breached.
The post holder will be instrumental in ensuring the
discharge and patient transfer processes are efficient, timely and run smoothly
including ensuring that Electronic Discharge Letters are sent to GPs where
required
To manage a caseload of clients with multiple pathology and
complex needs to facilitate timely and effective discharges.
To encourage completion of the Friends and
Family test
Job description
Job responsibilities
To work as part of the team under the direction of AMU
coordinator, to ensure smooth flow of patients through the department.
To aid discharges from County Durham ad Darlington NHS
Trust, smoothing the transition from the hospital back into the community, in
line with Trust Policy by working with the multidisciplinary team (MDT), the
patient and their support networks.
To identify issues which may affect the patients discharge
home and work with the MDT and other agencies to resolve them.
To act as a central point of contact for discharge planning
acting as resource for knowledge of the discharge planning processes, services
available and how to access them.
To ensure referrals and formal notifications processed are
followed in an appropriate and timely manner.
To be responsible for the prioritisation and action of cases
using client centered principles to assist the multidisciplinary team and plan
a smooth timely and effective discharge from hospital care.
To contribute to the planning, development, implementation
and evaluation of discharge planning within County Durham & Darlington NHS
Foundation Trust.
To work in partnership with relevant external agencies
including CCGs, Social Services etc.
To liase with other departments and expediting clinical
investigations the post holder will contribute to the effective and efficient
running of the department resulting in significant reduction in patient journey
times and improving performance against the 4 hour Emergency Department
Standard.
To ensure tests are carried out at appropriate times
escalating when standard operating procedures are breached.
The post holder will be instrumental in ensuring the
discharge and patient transfer processes are efficient, timely and run smoothly
including ensuring that Electronic Discharge Letters are sent to GPs where
required
To manage a caseload of clients with multiple pathology and
complex needs to facilitate timely and effective discharges.
To encourage completion of the Friends and
Family test
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- NVQ level 3 or equivalent in health care setting
Desirable
- Willingness to work toward Foundation Degree
Experience
Essential
- Able to work independently and supervise/support others
- Working in a hospital setting
Desirable
- Infection Control updates
Special Skills & Knowledge
Essential
- Good IT skills, literacy and numeracy
- Ability to manage and work to necessary quality standards
- Excellent communication and liason skills
- Excellent planning and organizational skills
Desirable
- Experience of caring for patient's with acute medical problems
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- NVQ level 3 or equivalent in health care setting
Desirable
- Willingness to work toward Foundation Degree
Experience
Essential
- Able to work independently and supervise/support others
- Working in a hospital setting
Desirable
- Infection Control updates
Special Skills & Knowledge
Essential
- Good IT skills, literacy and numeracy
- Ability to manage and work to necessary quality standards
- Excellent communication and liason skills
- Excellent planning and organizational skills
Desirable
- Experience of caring for patient's with acute medical problems
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).
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).
