Stroke Ward Coordinator | Discharge & Care

The Methodist Church in Britain; Bournemouth; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust in Bournemouth is seeking a Ward Clerk to support the Stroke Unit’s day-to-day operations. You will liaise with multidisciplinary teams, help arrange safe discharges, and keep patients and families informed in a fast-paced setting.

The role requires excellent communication, strong organisational skills, and solid IT literacy. Shifts include weekends and a Monday, contributing to seven-day service.

Qualifications

• GCSE numeracy and literacy, or equivalent.
• Excellent communication skills, including telephone.
• Organisational skills.
• Good IT and general computer literacy.
• Knowledge of data protection and confidentiality.
• Understanding of equality and diversity rights.

Responsibilities

• Support the day-to-day running of the ward.
• Facilitate safe discharges from hospital.
• Liaise with teams throughout the Trust.
• Work closely with the multidisciplinary team to keep the ward service and care running smoothly.
• Communicate with patients, their friends and family.
• Keep clear records in line with information governance.
• Work Saturdays, Sundays and Mondays as part of the seven-day service.

Skills

Excellent communication

Organisational skills

IT and computer literacy

Data protection & confidentiality

Equality & diversity awareness

Education

GCSE numeracy & literacy

Job description

University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust in Bournemouth is seeking a Ward Clerk to support the Stroke Unit’s day-to-day operations. You will liaise with multidisciplinary teams, help arrange safe discharges, and keep patients and families informed in a fast-paced setting.

The role requires excellent communication, strong organisational skills, and solid IT literacy. Shifts include weekends and a Monday, contributing to seven-day service.