Discharge Co-ordinator *Internal Only*
The closing date is 22 July 2025
Job summary
INTERNAL ONLY TO NORTH CUMBRIA INTEGRATED CARE NHS FOUNDATION TRUST (NCIC) EMPLOYEES
Discharge Co-ordinator, Band 6. 37.5 hours per week, Fixed Term for 12 months
To co-ordinate complex discharges from WCH
to educate and assist ward areas and MDT to facilitate ward discharges
to deputise in the absence of the team manager ensuring the ToCH team are supported
Main duties of the job
To support a very busy discharge team and problem solve any challenges
To be able to signpost to resources to support discharge
To have knowledge of the all trust discharge policies and processes currently in place to be able to educate and support ward staff and MDT
To be able to work under pressure
To navigate and have IT skills and have access and knowledge of NHS systems
To be able to prioritise work and manage workload
To be able to communicate effectively to all N[MDT carers, patients, ward staff and community teams
To have experience in band 6 role and willingness to learn .
To have some management experience or knowledge to support the team lead
About us
At NCIC, we have an ambition to deliver outstanding healthcare services to the population of North Cumbria. The Trust is committed to creating a centre of excellence in providing rural and remote healthcare and provides a wide range of community and acute services throughout our county.
Our 5 key principles demonstrate our belief in the delivery of 'safe, high quality care every time':
- Being a clinically led organisation
- Quality and safety at the heart of our Trust
- A positive patient experience every time
- A great place to work
- Managing our money well
As an organisation we are serious about supporting a diverse workforce that reflects our local community and are very much focused on being an inclusive and compassionate place to work.
Across the North East and North Cumbria we are working together to deliver our ambition to be the greenest region in England by 2030. All staff are expected to support sustainability.
Details
Date posted
09 July 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 6
Salary
£37,338 to £44,962 a year Per annum
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
262-A-25-7288562
Job locations
West Cumberland Hospital
Holmewood road
Whitehaven
CA28 8JG
Employer details
Employer name
North Cumbria Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust
Address
West Cumberland Hospital
Holmewood road
Whitehaven
CA28 8JG
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