Centralised Triage Lead – District Nursing

Oxford Health

Abingdon

Hybrid

GBP 55,000 - 75,000

Full time

13 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

27 days annual leave

Lease car scheme

Cycle to work scheme

NHS Discount

Staff accommodation

Job summary

Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Centralised Triage Lead to develop and lead a centralised triage across District Nursing services. You will provide operational and clinical leadership to ensure referrals are prioritised safely and efficiently while supporting integrated working across community services.

The role requires strong clinical decision-making, supervision of staff, and collaboration with district nursing teams and partner organisations.

Qualifications

Evidence of strong clinical leadership and the ability to supervise a range of individuals.
Experience in clinical prioritisation and managing competing demands.
Willingness to undertake leadership modules and care of frailty modules (as applicable).
Community nursing experience is desirable.

Responsibilities

Provide clinical and operational leadership for the Centralised Triage Service.
Develop and implement triage pathways and referral management processes.
Ensure referrals are clinically assessed and prioritised in line with risk.
Monitor demand, capacity and workforce to maximise service effectiveness.
Lead service redesign and transformation projects relating to access, assessment and referral management.
Work closely with District Nursing Teams, senior leadership and partner organisations.
Use data and performance information to identify trends, risks and opportunities for improvement.
Support governance, quality assurance and patient safety initiatives.
Lead and develop staff through supervision, appraisal and professional development.
Act as a clinical expert resource for complex referrals, case discussions and escalation decisions.