Patient Flow Co-ordinator

NHS National Services Scotland; Inverness; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Scotland is looking for a Patient Flow Coordinator at Raigmore Hospital. This position involves ensuring efficient patient admissions and discharges while maintaining high care standards. Candidates must be registered nurses with NMC registration and a strong interest in quality improvement. Join a supportive team in the beautiful Highlands, where you'll have opportunities for professional growth and career progression in a vibrant community.

Benefits

Supportive working environment

Opportunities for further training

Career progression possibilities

Qualifications

• Candidate must be a registered nurse with current NMC registration.
• Should have a genuine interest in patient flow and quality improvement.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate patient flow, ensuring smooth admissions and discharges.
• Work with clinical teams and provide consistent information to management.
• Maintain high standards of patient care across the hospital.

Skills

Motivation

Team collaboration

Quality improvement interest

Education

Registered nurse with current NMC registration

Job description

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the Patient Flow Team at Raigmore Hospital, the largest acute hospital in the Highlands. This Band 6 post covers both medical and surgical flow, supporting the daily management of proactive patient flow through Raigmore Hospital by maximising the effective use of beds and balancing the needs of emergency and elective admissions.

As a Patient Flow Coordinator, you will:

• Work closely with Theatres, clinical teams, and Discharge Liaison Nurse colleagues to provide reliable, consistent information to the Patient Flow Manager and Senior Operational Management Team.
• Play a key role in ensuring seamless admissions and discharges, helping to maintain high standards of patient care across the hospital.
• Be part of a friendly and supportive team.
• Work a rota that covers 7 days, providing a 24-hour service.

About Inverness and the Highlands

Raigmore Hospital is located in Inverness, the vibrant capital of the Highlands of Scotland. Living here means enjoying the best of both worlds: a welcoming city with excellent amenities, schools, and cultural events, set amidst some of the UK’s most breathtaking scenery. The Highlands offer a unique quality of life, with easy access to outdoor activities such as hiking, cycling, and water sports, as well as a strong sense of community and safety.

Inverness is well-connected by road, rail, and air, making travel across Scotland and beyond straightforward. The cost of living is generally lower than in larger UK cities, and the area is renowned for its friendly locals, rich history, and lively festivals. Whether you’re drawn by the stunning landscapes, the opportunity to make a real difference in healthcare, or the chance to be part of a close-knit team, the Highlands offer an exceptional place to live and work.

Who we’re looking for

Our ideal candidate is highly motivated, thrives in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, and has a genuine interest in patient flow and quality improvement. You should be committed to delivering a high-quality, patient-centred service and enjoy working collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams. You will be a registered nurse and hold a current NMC registration.

Why join NHS Highland?

NHS Highland is one of the largest employers in the region, offering excellent opportunities for professional growth and development. We are committed to equality, diversity, and supporting our staff to achieve their best. As part of our team, you’ll benefit from:

• A supportive and inclusive working environment
• Opportunities for further training and career progression
• The chance to live and work in one of the most beautiful and inspiring regions of the UK

For an informal discussion about this opportunity, please contact:

Gordon Beattie, Patient Flow Manager: [e-mail]

NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.

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