Discharge Coordinator

TN United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Discharge Coordinator to enhance the transition of vulnerable infants from hospital to home. This pivotal role involves collaborating with a multi-disciplinary team to ensure safe and effective discharge planning. You will participate actively in meetings, lead quality initiatives, and provide critical support to families and healthcare professionals. If you are a motivated Neonatal Nurse with a passion for compassionate care and innovation, this opportunity offers a chance to make a significant impact in the lives of families and the community.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse with experience in neonatal care and discharge planning.
• Proven managerial experience at band 6 level in a neonatal unit.

Responsibilities

• Facilitating timely discharge of vulnerable infants to home care.
• Leading quality and safety initiatives in the neonatal ward.

Skills

Effective prioritisation

Problem-solving skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Proficiency in NHS databases

Understanding of safeguarding issues

Innovative mindset

Education

Registered Nurse, Children’s Nurse/Adult Nurse

Mentorship and assessment in public services

Neonatal course (all modules)

BLS for parents - Train the trainer

NLS

Job description

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The role of Discharge Coordinator is a key part of the MDT, providing support and specialist advice to the clinical nursing team, AHPs, medical teams, and extended MDT including social care and outside agencies. The role involves offering high-level support to facilitate the timely discharge of vulnerable and premature infants to home and family care, alongside service evaluation.

The post holder will leverage their experience to support the transition from hospital to home, working closely with community partners to ensure a safe and supportive environment, with ongoing support where needed.

Active participation in multi-professional and multi-agency meetings is expected, including providing reports and updates. The role also involves safeguarding responsibilities, integrating existing pathways into daily practice, especially those specific to the neonatal ward. The post holder will lead quality and safety initiatives, setting and monitoring standards with support from the Matron.

Main duties of the job

We offer a Band 7 Neonatal Discharge Coordinator position at 0.5 WTE in Neonatal ICU, Royal London Hospital, to join our team. We seek a motivated, experienced Neonatal Nurse to support the Neonatal team and collaborate with families to ensure seamless care transition from hospital to community, liaising with the Neonatal Community Outreach team and relevant agencies.

Working for our organisation

Barts Health is one of the largest NHS trusts in the UK, dedicated to excellence and innovation. Having improved significantly, we aim to be a high-performing group renowned for safety, quality, and compassionate care, fostering a supportive and inclusive environment.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

The full job description and person specification outline key tasks, responsibilities, qualifications, skills, and experience required. Please view the attached documents for detailed information.

Person specification

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse, Children’s Nurse/Adult Nurse
• Mentorship and assessment in public services
• Neonatal course (all modules)
• BLS for parents - Train the trainer
• NLS

Experience

• Proven managerial and professional experience at band 6, with discharge planning experience for babies
• Neonatal experience at staff nurse level in ICU or neonatal unit
• Professional competence and familiarity with research and audits
• Continuing education in relevant fields
• Counselling skills/courses

Knowledge

• Up-to-date professional development knowledge
• Knowledge of NMC codes, safeguarding processes, complaints procedures, and data protection
• Experience working with social services and community support agencies

Skills

• Effective prioritisation and problem-solving skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication
• Proficiency in NHS databases and data management
• Awareness of NHS and neonatal service reforms
• Understanding of safeguarding issues
• Experience working at senior nurse level in a level 3 neonatal unit
• Innovative mindset for implementing improvements