Patient tracker - Peterborough

Job summary

The post holder will provide a comprehensive service to the Trust with a focus to facilitate effective and timely discharge of patients no longer requiring acute care. The post holder will provide a single point of contact for the management of bed availability and allocation within ward. The role requires a consistent and coordinated approach to the operational management of patient flow, with an emphasis on maintaining an on-going and 'real time' understanding of the ward's current and predicted capacity position and the timely and well planned discharge process.

The post holder is required to work collaboratively with the multidisciplinary team internal and external to the organisation

*Please Note the advert may close sooner than the date advertised due to levels of interest, closing of the advert will happen with no notice*

Main duties of the job

To support the ward manager and ward co-ordinator in maintaining patient flow

To manage the maintenance of e-track to ensure it reflects the current

discharge plans and the ward bed availability

Liaise with the duty manager when a bed is available.

Attend Whiteboard rounds, identify actions required and actively manage

agreed discharge plans for patients with predicted discharge dates within

the next 3 days.

Maintain whiteboards and e-track information to ensure it is up to date.

Arrange or where necessary photocopy notes for patient transfer.

Assist in the completion of discharge check lists to ensure accurate

discharge planning is evident.

Chase doctors for completion of discharge letter and deliver TTOs if

necessary.

Ensure diagnostic requests are expedited promptly and escalate any

delays to the appropriate person.

Ensure plans are agreed with patient and carers for discharge and that

they are fully aware of any requirements to assist discharge

Liaise with the Transfer of Care teams and other clinical specialties to

reduce delays

Utilise IT systems to secure and record timely and accurate data relevant

to the role and function

Coordinate admissions and transfers in the wards, and external transfers to other organisations

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About us

We are committed to promoting diversity and inclusion in our workforce and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, with a special focus on welcoming individuals from disabled, Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic (BAME) communities, as well as those from our local area.

In line with our dedication to employee support, we offer a variety of benefits. For more information, please see the attached staff benefits leaflet.

We strive to create a supportive and inclusive workplace where employees feel valued and empowered to excel in their roles. Join us and become part of a team dedicated to making a positive difference in our community.

Employer details

Employer name

North West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Northwest anglia NHS Foundation trust

Bretton Gate ,Peterborough

Peterborough

PE3 9GZ

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Employer details

Employer name

North West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Northwest anglia NHS Foundation trust

Bretton Gate ,Peterborough

Peterborough

PE3 9GZ

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