Discharge Lead

2 months ago


Dorchester, United Kingdom Dorset County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust Full time

An exciting opportunity has arisen within Dorset County Hospital for a Discharge Lead. This role has both operational and strategic components and will be key in supporting the delivery of a 'Discharge to Assess' model for patients, while working closely with system partners to deliver integrated care for our patients and population.

The role is suitable for clinicians with a nursing or therapy background, who are passionate about quality and safety of patient care, in particular championing patient independence through robust discharge planning activities and integrated models of care. They will have a strong knowledge of acute and community service provision and be passionate about the role of the clinical MDT in supporting a patient's choice around discharge.

The role will require strong interpersonal skills to develop and maintain strong and effective working relationships across organisational boundaries. As well as effective communication across the multi-disciplinary team, executive teams and commissioners is vital and you will be required to deliver results at pace whilst strengthening quality and safety standards.


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