Job summary
An opportunity has arisen to work as a discharge co-ordinator on the Trauma Wards at the John Radcliffe Hospital.
The post holder aims to facilitate effective, efficient and timely discharge of patients from hospital and 'hub' beds. Particular emphasis is placed upon complex multi-disciplinary assessments and case conferences including patients with complex health and social care, palliative care or rehabilitationneeds.
Main duties of the job
The post holder aims to facilitate effective, efficient and timely discharge of patients from hospital and nursing home beds. Particular emphasis is placed upon complex multi-disciplinary assessments and case conferences including patients with complex health and social care, palliative care or rehabilitation needs.
The role will involve close working with all members of the multi-disciplinary team (nursing, medical, therapy, social work and care home staff) and patients/relatives/carers, ensuring safe discharge of patients to the most appropriate place. The successful candidate will play a vital role in managing patient pathways.
We are looking for pro-active, highly motivated individuals to work autonomously or as part of a team. The applicant will be expected to be enthusiastic, organised with excellent communication and IT skills.
They should be able to use their own judgement to resolve complex issues. They should be able to work well under pressure and be able to prioritize their own workload under constantly changing demands.
The post holder is expected to work alternate shifts including weekends
About us
Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trustis one of the largest NHS teaching trusts in the country. It provides a wide range of general and specialist clinical services and is a base for medical education, training and research. Find out more herewww.ouh.nhs.uk
The Trust comprises four hospitals - the John Radcliffe Hospital, Churchill Hospital and Nuffield Orthopaedic Centre in Headington and the Horton General Hospital in Banbury.
Our values, standards and behaviours define the quality of clinical care we offer and the professional relationships we make with our patients, colleagues and the wider community. We call thisDelivering Compassionate Excellenceand its focus is on our values of compassion, respect, learning, delivery, improvement and excellence. These values put patients at the heart of what we do and underpin the quality healthcare we would like for ourselves or a member of our family. Watch how we set out to deliver compassionate excellence via theOUH YouTube channel.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Main purpose of the role
1. To work as a member of the multidisciplinary team to support the discharge process2. Assist in the process of assessing and making appropriate and timely discharge plans for patients, ensuring that all relevant information and assessments are continued upon transfer from acute beds to appropriate discharge destinations3. Effectively communicate information to patients, relatives, carers and all members of the multidisciplinary team4. Encourage the patients family and friends to be actively involved in the discharge process.5. To liaise with other providers in ensuring that discharge plans for patients are appropriate and enacted6. In the case of Hub beds, to work alongside an out of hospital MDT in ensuring that patient's independence is maximised and that plans for discharge are continued.7. To be a point of contact alongside a registered nurse for designated wards and Hub beds in providing advice and support, liaising with clinical teams as required8. To record and input patient data and information onto multiple IT systems9. Work under the direction of the Senior Nurse Teams to ensure discharges are prioritised on a day to day basis10. Plan and provide programmes of therapeutic activity for patients, within the framework laid down by the occupational therapists and physiotherapists
Please see Job Description attached.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Main purpose of the role
1. To work as a member of the multidisciplinary team to support the discharge process2. Assist in the process of assessing and making appropriate and timely discharge plans for patients, ensuring that all relevant information and assessments are continued upon transfer from acute beds to appropriate discharge destinations3. Effectively communicate information to patients, relatives, carers and all members of the multidisciplinary team4. Encourage the patients family and friends to be actively involved in the discharge process.5. To liaise with other providers in ensuring that discharge plans for patients are appropriate and enacted6. In the case of Hub beds, to work alongside an out of hospital MDT in ensuring that patient's independence is maximised and that plans for discharge are continued.7. To be a point of contact alongside a registered nurse for designated wards and Hub beds in providing advice and support, liaising with clinical teams as required8. To record and input patient data and information onto multiple IT systems9. Work under the direction of the Senior Nurse Teams to ensure discharges are prioritised on a day to day basis10. Plan and provide programmes of therapeutic activity for patients, within the framework laid down by the occupational therapists and physiotherapists
Please see Job Description attached.
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Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Employer details
Employer name
Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Major Trauma Ward 2A, John Radcliffe Hospital
Headley Way
Oxford
OX3 9DU
Employer's website
https://www.ouh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
