Care Home Nurse Specialist

3 weeks ago


Dorchester, Dorset, United Kingdom NHS Full time
Job Summary

We are seeking a skilled and compassionate Care Home Nurse to join our Discharge Team at Dorset County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust.

As a Care Home Nurse, you will work closely with ward staff to ensure seamless transitions for patients, providing high-quality care and support throughout the discharge process.

You will be responsible for assessing patients' needs, developing discharge plans, and coordinating care with other healthcare professionals.

Our ideal candidate will have recent experience working with patients, carers, and multidisciplinary teams in preparing for discharge from hospital.

They will also possess knowledge of the Mental Capacity Act, Safeguarding Adults, and Deprivation of Liberty.

Additionally, they will have experience working across primary and secondary care.

We offer a supportive and inclusive work environment, with opportunities for professional development and growth.

Join our team and contribute to delivering exceptional patient care and outcomes.

Key Responsibilities
  • Assess patients' needs and develop discharge plans
  • Coordinate care with other healthcare professionals
  • Work closely with ward staff to ensure seamless transitions
  • Provide high-quality care and support throughout the discharge process
  • Develop and maintain effective relationships with patients, carers, and multidisciplinary teams
Requirements
  • Registered Nurse or equivalent healthcare professional
  • Recent experience working with patients, carers, and multidisciplinary teams
  • Knowledge of the Mental Capacity Act, Safeguarding Adults, and Deprivation of Liberty
  • Experience working across primary and secondary care


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