Staff Nurse Discharge Lounge

Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust; Shrewsbury; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional healthcare provider in Shrewsbury is seeking an enthusiastic Staff Nurse to join the Discharge Lounge teams. This role is vital in supporting safe, timely discharges and requires effective communication and strong organizational skills. Responsibilities include assessing patient care needs, facilitating discharges, and working with multidisciplinary teams to ensure patient well-being. The position promises personal growth within a dedicated team committed to making a meaningful difference in patient care.

Qualifications

• Experience in high-quality patient care delivery.
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Skills in collaboration with multidisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Assess, plan, deliver and evaluate patient care.
• Transfer patients from wards to the Discharge Lounge promptly.
• Support efficient discharge processes with the team.

Skills

Effective communication

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Job description

This post is for internal candidates to The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust. If you are not currently working within The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust, your application will not be reviewed and automatically rejected at shortlisting stage. Please be aware of this when submitting your application.

We are looking for an enthusiastic and compassionate Staff Nurse to join our Discharge Lounge teams at both The Royal Shrewsbury Hospital and The Princess Royal Hospital in Telford. This is an exciting opportunity to play a vital role in supporting safe, timely and effective patient discharges.

The Discharge Lounge is a fast paced environment that provides a comfortable area for patients to wait for their medication, discharge letters and transport before leaving the hospital. This role requires a high level of effective communication as you will be liaising with wards, relatives, care agencies, community hospitals, the site team and many others to facilitate discharges and maintain patient flow.

We are looking for someone who is organised, proactive and able to problem solve whilst under pressure.

You will ensure patients are cared for with dignity and respect whilst helping to maintain patient flow across the hospital. The Discharge Lounge is an integral part of the UEC pathway supporting the hospital by creating capacity on wards which allows for flow from our Emergency Department and enables timely ambulance handovers.

Main duties of the job

• Assess, plan, deliver and evaluate high-quality patient care within the Discharge Lounge.
• Transferring patients from wards to the Discharge Lounge in a timely manner to support capacity and flow.
• Support safe and efficient discharge processes in collaboration with the wider disciplinary team.
• Ensure patient safety is maintained at all times. Record and report adverse and potentially adverse events and assist with investigation of such events, ensuring learning is shared with the wider team(s).
• Record information about patients in a safe, accurate and consistent manner using appropriate tools and techniques, including electronic and written formats as close to point of care as possible.
• Monitor patient well-being while they await transport, medication and discharge letters.
• Provide clear communication and reassurance to patients and relatives regarding discharges plans and delays.
• Assist with documentation, handovers, and coordination of discharge planning, including referrals to other services.
• Ensure a safe and organised environment, maintaining infection control and health and safety standards.

Working for your organisation

Our vision, 'To provide excellent care for the communities we serve,' is not just a statement; it's a promise we live by every day. Guided by our core Values - Partnering, Ambitious, Caring, and Trusted - we're determined to make a real difference in the lives of those who matter most: our patients and their families.

If you're ready to be part of a team that's dedicated to continuous improvement, come join us and let's make a difference together!