Job summary By joining us you can look forward to a choice of flexible Bank shifts across any of our client Trusts in England, as well as the ability to develop professionally and gain experience in several wards or areas Main duties of the job Reportto the Clinical Site Team, attending 08:30 site huddle, to obtain an overviewof site pressures, and names of any definite discharges that can be pulled tothe Discharge Lounge (DCL)Takeaccurate handovers- assessing the suitability of the patient for the DCL.AccessEDN, pharmacy and transport systems to ascertain any outstanding tasks for thepatients safe discharge.Excellentcommunication with patients, relatives and all internal and external staff-aiming to build relationships and promote the use of the DCL.
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Job description Job responsibilities Job Title: -Registered Discharge LoungeTrust: -The Princess Alexandra Hospital NHS TrustLocation: - HarlowPay Rates: -£ - £Shift Patterns: - FlexibleTrust Info: -The Princess Alexandra Hospital NHS Trust (PAHT) provides a full range of general acute, outpatient and diagnostic services in or around Harlow, Bishops Stortford, and Epping.
Located along the M11 corridor on the edges of London, with Stansted airport nearby, there are a range of good leisure, education and shopping facilities, as well as plenty of green space criss-crossed with a network of award-winning cycleways.
Excellent transport links to London and Cambridge, including a tube station in Epping, provide easy access to city life.
PAHT also has an on-site nursery and a preferential car leasing scheme.Why might this job interest you?Being a Registered Discharge Lounge nurse in the NHS is a versatile and impactful role that spans across various healthcare settings, from hospitals to community clinics.
It involves providing comprehensive care to patients of all ages and backgrounds, addressing both acute medical needs and long-term health management.
The flexibility in scheduling allows general nurses to balance their professional responsibilities with personal commitments, ensuring they can deliver compassionate and effective care while maintaining a healthy work-life balance.What you can add:Assessing and monitoring patient conditionsChecking symptoms and vital signs and arranging diagnostic testsDisplaying excellent analytical ability and sound decision making in changing clinical situationsWorking as an effective team member and promoting team and interdisciplinary relationshipsThe role will involve, but not be limited to you performing the above.What you'll need:A minimum of 6 months paid experience in an Discharge Lounge hospital environment within the last 3 yearsComply with NMC Professional Registration and keep up to date with current nursing practices*Depending on the Trust, you may require variable additional certification and skills.The benefits we can offer you in return:Putting People in Places to Care be part of the NHSP community, by joining the bank and caring for patients with a team of people from all walks of life.Weekly pay to give you access to your wages more quickly.Blue Light Card NHS Discount ProviderFirst choice of shifts/placements at the Trust of your choice over agencies.Our team is always happy to help- access our support line any time.Working options to suit your lifestyle being on the bank gives you the flexibility to work the shifts you want or choose fixed term placements.Training and development opportunities via the Trust and NHSPs own academy.Explore different wards, keep your skills up to date whilst gaining vital experience.Being part of the NHSP Community means you'll get access to member activities such as member of the month, member appreciation week, key date giveaways, webinar series and much more.Who are NHS Professionals?NHS Professionals is a flexible staff bank, owned by the Department of Health, our purpose is to provide you with the autonomy to decide when, how, and where you want to work.
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Offering you flexible work or alternatively fixed term placements.Apply TodayBy joining us you can look forward to a choice of flexible Bank shifts or fixed term placements across any of our client Trusts in England.
Person Specification Qualifications Essential Statement of NMC Registration Degree /Diploma in Nursing Undertake regular mandatory training* Experience Essential A minimum of 6 months paid experience in an Acute hospital environment within the last 3 years.