Discharge & Care Coordination Nurse

Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust; Southend-on-Sea; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional healthcare provider in Southend-on-Sea is seeking a hardworking nurse for its Integrated Discharge team, covering maternity leave until 16/08/2026. The successful candidate will assess patients ready for discharge, coordinating with community services and the MDT to ensure a smooth transition to home or ongoing care. Strong communication and experience with complex healthcare needs are essential for this role.

Qualifications

• Experience in assessing patients for discharge.
• Ability to facilitate communication with multi-disciplinary teams (MDT).
• Knowledge of health and social care services.

Responsibilities

• Assess patients for discharge to ascertain care needs.
• Liaise with community services to facilitate smooth transitions.
• Support patients and families through the discharge process.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Holistic care planning

Ability to work with complex healthcare needs

Job description

A regional healthcare provider in Southend-on-Sea is seeking a hardworking nurse for its Integrated Discharge team, covering maternity leave until 16/08/2026. The successful candidate will assess patients ready for discharge, coordinating with community services and the MDT to ensure a smooth transition to home or ongoing care. Strong communication and experience with complex healthcare needs are essential for this role.