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To work closely with ward staff involved in discharge planning to ensure that the assessments and referrals for services relating to the patients discharge is completed comprehensively and in a timely manner.
This will involve patient facing contact
Main duties of the job
The post holder will undertake the role of identifying complex discharges and facilitating assessments for the complex discharge of patients to community services which will ensure their safe discharge from acute care.
• To work closely with ward staff involved in discharge planning to ensure that the assessments and referrals for services relating to the patient's discharge are completed comprehensively and in a timely manner.
• To ensure the delivery and maintenance of a high standard of care that is patient centred and evidence based.
• To work with teams and specialties across the system to facilitate safe discharges in a timely manner.
• Adhere to the NMC Code of Professional Conduct, Guidelines and Standards and ensure colleagues do too.
• Provide high standards of evidence-based patient centred care and knowledge for all patients, respecting dignity and privacy.
• Deliver high quality care for patients within the discharge process and ensure all discharge plans are robust to provide a seamless and cohesive transition to other settings.
• Attend mandatory training as a minimum.
Working for our organisation
At DCHFT, we pride ourselves on the care we provide for our patients, and on the culture, we are creating for our staff.
We work hard to create a fair, inclusive environment for our staff
Our Mission is to provide outstanding care for people in ways which matter to them, and our vision is Dorset County Hospital, working with our health and social care partners, will be at the heart of improving the well-being of our communities.
We are a Trust that celebrates diversity, and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
We welcome applications from people in all under-represented groups.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Our DCHFT Job Description and Person Specification (attached) tells you all about this role, what to expect and what is needed to succeed.
When completing your application please make sure to tell us how your experience and skills fit the person specification.
Please contact us at if you are unable to view or download the attachment.
For all our roles, we are looking for staff who hold our Trust Values of Integrity, Respect Teamwork and Excellence, and who are passionate about providing the best patient care.
To read more about our Trust and our Values search Dorset County Hospital online.
Person specification EDUCATION, QUALIFICATIONS & TRAINING Essential criteria Registered Nurse or equivalent health care professional Desirable criteria Evidence of CPD Ability to present and teach KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE Essential criteria Minimum of three years relevant post registration experience Knowledge of the Mental Capacity Act, Safeguarding Adults and Deprivation of Liberty.
Recent and significant experience of working with patients/carers/MDT in preparing for discharge from hospital Desirable criteria Recent experience of working across primary and secondary care Specialist knowledge of the discharge to assess model and discharge pathways Experience of producing and assimilating report using a variety of data systems SKILLS & ABILITIES Essential criteria Evidence of an ability to maintain effective working relationships Evidence to implement and facilitate change at departmental and organisational level.
Desirable criteria The ability to work flexibly in order to meet the service/organisation requirements Demonstration of excellent written and verbal communication skills across all levels Our Mission
Outstanding care for people in ways which matter to them.
Our Vision
Dorset County Hospital, working with our health and social care partners, will be at the heart of improving the well-being of our communities.
Our Values
Integrity, Respect, Teamwork, Excellence
We are a Trust that celebrates diversity and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
We would welcome applications from people in all under-represented groups.
For more information, please use the link below to read our joint strategy for Dorset County Hospital and Dorset Healthcare.
Trust Strategy | Dorset County Hospital (dchft.nhs.uk)
PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING IMPORTANT INFORMATION CAREFULLY BEFORE YOU SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION
Please read the job description and person specification carefully to ensure your application reflects the knowledge, skills and experience required.
The closing date/interview date is subject to amendment; this vacancy may therefore expire at short notice, so we recommend that you submit an application at your earliest convenience.
We reserve the right to close any vacancies without notice.
Shortlisted applicants will be contacted via email; therefore it is important that you check your personal email account regularly.
Unfortunately we are unable to respond to every application; if we do not contact you within 4 weeks of the closing date, please be advised that you not have been shortlisted on this occasion.
You can contact us on to find out whether you have been shortlisted or if you would like feedback.
Employer certification / accreditation badges Applicant requirements
You must have appropriate UK professional registration.
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Documents to download Job Description and Personal Specification (PDF, 368.4KB) Car Parking Information for Employees (PDF, 225.0KB) DBS Code of Practice (PDF, 54.9KB) Dorset Map (PDF, 59.3KB) Guidance regarding Disabled Staff (PDF, 96.3KB) Advice for Candidates (PDF, 110.5KB) Trust Values (PDF, 678.1KB) The NHS Constitution (PDF, 568.7KB)