Discharge Co-Ordinator

Countess of Chester Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, staff pride themselves on not only leading through clinical excellence, but also by creating an environment where all staff are valued and appreciated. To achieve this, the Trust has embarked on an exciting new strategy focused on continuous improvement.
Our vision is to improve the lives of our community and provide excellence in healthcare, through partnership and innovation
Our High Performance Culture will support everyone to be the best version of themselves by being true to our Trust vision, values and behaviours.
We welcome applications from colleagues from our local and neighbouring communities of all backgrounds and identities, who are currently under-represented within our region such as Black, Asian, Minority ethnic and those with disabilities.
As a region we are reviewing the way we work, and exploring how new working practices that support flexible working can create a positive work-life balance. As part of our recruitment process we will explore how our inclusive employment policies, flexible working, staff engagement forums, Trust facilities and services can be of mutual benefit. 

Job overview

Working Full Time: 37.5 Hours Per Week

Due to the success of the ward-based Discharge Co-Ordinator pilot and the plan to expand the service within the Discharge Team we are seeking proactive and hands-on Discharge Co-Ordinators to join our dynamic team. The post holders will support in facilitating effective, efficient and timely discharge from hospital for our pathway 1-3 patients ensuring we maintain a home first approach.

The expansion of the team is an ideal opportunity to be involved of the transformation of the way Integrated Discharge processes functions and will enhance the partnership working with nurses, therapists, and external agencies.

Main duties of the job

In actively assisting and supporting patients and staff in various capacities of discharge planning and processes your dedication and enthusiasm will contribute to the smooth operations of hospital flow. You will be joining a team that is fast-paced, friendly and forward thinking.

If you have good communication skills, can engage with multiple professionals along with patients and their families to ensure discharge home is at the centre of planning then this is the opportunity for you.

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