Discharge Lounge RN — Flexible Hours & Career Growth

Somerset NHS Foundation Trust; Yeovil; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Somerset NHS Foundation Trust is seeking an Registered Nurse for the Discharge Lounge. The role focuses on safe patient flow and discharge planning, requiring enthusiasm and strong communication to support the team and deliver compassionate care.

The post is Band 5, Fixed Term for 12 months, with a Full-Time pattern. Applicants must hold current UK registration and have experience in hospital care and discharge processes.

Qualifications

• Qualified RN with current UK professional registration.
• Good medication and discharge summary knowledge.
• Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check as part of recruitment.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality, evidence-based patient care in the Discharge Lounge.
• Support multi-disciplinary team to ensure timely and safe patient flow.
• Provide guidance for patients and relatives about discharge processes.
• Maintain effective communication with staff to deliver safe care.

Skills

Communication skills

Education

Qualified RN

Job description

Somerset NHS Foundation Trust is seeking an Registered Nurse for the Discharge Lounge. The role focuses on safe patient flow and discharge planning, requiring enthusiasm and strong communication to support the team and deliver compassionate care.

The post is Band 5, Fixed Term for 12 months, with a Full-Time pattern. Applicants must hold current UK registration and have experience in hospital care and discharge processes.