Discharge Care Coordinator – Patient Flow Specialist

NHS; Greater London; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is seeking an enthusiastic discharge care coordinator to support and coordinate discharge across specialties and locations, improving patient care and experience within the Trust. The post will also facilitate a smooth transfer of care from UCLH to community services, offering opportunities for professional development in this innovative role.

You will work under the supervision of the registered nursing team, coordinating discharges from

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 or equivalent relevant experience in discharge planning.
• Good written and spoken English.
• Experience in discharge planning in care settings.
• Multidisciplinary team working experience.
• Healthcare setting experience with discharge planning.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate discharge across wards to create capacity.
• Ensure continuity of care between acute and community services.
• Support and reassure patients and carers during discharge.
• Follow supervision but perform independent discharge tasks.

Skills

Discharge planning

English proficiency

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Administrative duties

Education

NVQ Level 3 or equivalent relevant experience / HSC Diploma level 3 Advanced / Higher apprenticeship level 3

Job description

University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is seeking an enthusiastic discharge care coordinator to support and coordinate discharge across specialties and locations, improving patient care and experience within the Trust. The post will also facilitate a smooth transfer of care from UCLH to community services, offering opportunities for professional development in this innovative role.

You will work under the supervision of the registered nursing team, coordinating discharges from