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Band 6 Discharge Liaison Therapist or Nurse

NHS

Bath

Hybrid

GBP 37,000 - 45,000

Part time

7 days ago

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Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Bath seeks a Discharge Liaison Therapist/Nurse to deliver person-centred care. This role, which involves collaborative work and clinical assessments, offers the flexibility of both on-site and hybrid working arrangements. Candidates should be committed to fostering patient independence through effective discharge planning. With competitive pay and numerous professional development opportunities, this position supports a stimulating and fulfilling career in community health services.

Benefits

Competitive Pay & Pension

Professional Growth Opportunities

Wellbeing Support

Flexible Pay Options

Learning & Development Funding

Qualifications

Willingness to undergo training as necessary.
Knowledge of Primary and Secondary care interface.
Ability to organise and prioritize workload.

Responsibilities

Work collaboratively with the integrated discharge team.
Conduct thorough, holistic assessments for patient discharge.
Create and implement safe, patient-centred discharge plans.

Skills

Communication

Problem-solving

Teamwork

Clinical Reasoning

Education

Current Professional Registration

Job summary

As a Discharge Liaison Therapist/Nurse, you will play a key role in delivering high-quality, person-centered care and services to support individuals and teams. Working within a collaborative environment, you will provide essential services tailored to meet the unique needs of those we serve.

Based in Bath, you will have the flexibility to work within a model that supports both on-site and hybrid working arrangements, depending on the nature of the role. HCRG Care Group is committed to fostering an agile and adaptable workforce to best meet the needs of our organization and service users.

Outline of Provisional Job Schedule:

Working pattern: 22.5 hrs per week, 7 day working Including weekends, bank holidays and Christmas

Main duties of the job

The key responsibilities of the Discharge Liaison Therapist or Nurse are as follows:

Work collaboratively with the integrated discharge team, following the Discharge to Assess model, to ensure patients are on the correct discharge pathway and well-prepared to leave acute or community hospital care.

Conduct thorough, holistic assessments that consider each patients medical, physical, social, and emotional needs. Apply clinical reasoning and evidence-based practice to guide interventions, making sound judgments both in person and over the phone, often in complex situations requiring prompt decisions.

Partner with patients, families, and the multidisciplinary team to create and implement safe, person-centred discharge plans. Promote independence, encourage patient involvement, and maintain open, effective communication to support seamless care. Take responsibility for case management, including accurate documentation and risk assessments.

Utilise IT systems effectively to avoid delays in care, and support the team with professional advice, day-to-day coordination, and data-driven decision-making.

Apply advanced problem-solving skills to understand complex issues, evaluate options, and determine the best course of action with limited information.

About us

About the Company

We change lives by transforming health and care.

Established in 2006, we are one of the UKs leading independent providers of community health and care services, working with health and care commissioners and communities to transform services with a focus on experience, efficiency and improved outcomes. We deliver and transform adult and children community health services, primary care services including urgent care, sexual health, dermatology and MSK services as well as adult social care and wellbeing services. Across England, we support communities of many millions and directly help more than half a million people each year - guided by our simple values: we care, we think, we do.

Were committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from a broad, diverse range of people who want to join our team. Were a Disability Confident Committed company, so we work to provide facilities, work environment adjustments and technical solutions to be as inclusive of everyone.

While it doesn't happen often, sometimes a role is very popular, and well need to close it earlier than the date we've shown here. If you're keen to join our team, wed love to hear from you so please apply as soon as you can.

To find out more about HCRG Care Group, please visit https://www.hcrgcaregroup.com/about-us-2

Details Date posted

06 June 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£37,338 to £44,962 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

HCRGCG/TP/44687/15705

Job locations

HCRG Care Group

Bath

Avon

BA1 3NG

Job description Job responsibilities

At HCRG Care Group, we value you and your contributions, offering a range of benefits to support your professional growth and personal wellbeing:

Competitive Pay & Pension: Receive a salary of £37,338 (FTE) with Agenda for change terms and conditions with NHS pension.

Professional Growth: Join our Strive for Better networks, connecting with professionals nationwide to develop and share best practices.

Exclusive Rewards: Access discounts and offers at leading supermarkets, retailers, and experience providers through our Reward Gateway.

Wellbeing Support: Benefit from our 24/7 free wellbeing service, including counseling, career coaching, and legal advice.

Flexible Pay Options: Track earnings and access wages through Wagestream, providing financial flexibility.

Learning & Development: Enhance your career with support from our Learning and Development team, access e-learning, career pathways, and funding opportunities.

Recognition & Involvement: Celebrate achievements with local and national awards, contribute ideas for service improvements, and stay informed through regular leadership updates.

The Ideal Candidate

Current Professional Registration.

Willing to undergo training as necessary

Knowledge and understanding of Primary and secondary care interface

Standards of professional practice

Ability to work as part of a team

Demonstrate a commitment to self development

Enthusiastic and self-motivated

Ability to organise and prioritise workload

Understanding of skills and knowledge required to develop team members

Able to fulfil Occupational Health requirements for the post.