About this role
Job summary
The main aim of the discharge facilitator role is to provide proactive and effective support in the discharge process; to be a point of contact on the assigned wards for patients, families, carers, patient flow and other professionals.
The discharge facilitator needs to be able to work to the priorities of allocated areas/wards as directed by the band 6 Integrated Discharge Nurse.
They are responsible for identifying no criteria to reside. supported discharging patients and reporting on each individual patient on the wards they are allocated for their next step in their discharge journey.
They will be required to support with early intervention for discharge planning with information gathering including conversations with appropriate parties inclusive of the ward.
Main duties of the job
Attending MDT at allocated ward specific times and directly reporting back to the band 6 Integrated Discharge Nurse for support and escalation as required and to assign priority of tasks
Early supported patient conversation and recording on the appropriate documentation record to affix in the medical notes
Early escalation of complex cases and conversations to appropriate MDT members
Same day and future confirmed planned discharge facilitation of pathways 1, 2 and 3 (those requiring increased health/social care support).
Certain non-clinical referrals inclusive of SPOC, Red Cross, Freewheelers etc and chasing actions eg, key safes, microenvironments/ downstairs loving, house clean etc. to reduce length of stay delays
To support with the Transport Hub and risk assessment queries
Out of area discharge support for non clinical support.
Accurate data entry within all clinical systems
Identifying and facilitating patient's early transfer to the discharge lounge (aiming pre-midday) and promoting further utilisation
Support palliative care discharges as appropriate
Discharge checklist completion
Pathway 0 ward led support as work case load and capacity allows(eg, restart POC, calling RH/NH and organizing transport)
About us
At Somerset NHS Foundation Trust, we're committed to supporting our employees with a range of benefits designed to enhance your professional and personal life. We offer:
Flexible working options to help you balance work and lifeNHS pension scheme for long-term financial securityGenerous annual leave allowance to recharge and relaxA strong focus on career development to help you grow and achieve your potentialAdditionally, you'll gain access to our Blue Light Card, unlocking exclusive discounts on shopping, dining, and leisure activities, as well as NHS-specific perks to support you both inside and outside of work.
We are proud to foster a diverse, skilled, and inclusive workforce, and we encourage applications from all backgrounds.
Why Somerset? Somerset offers the perfect blend of idyllic countryside, outstanding areas of natural beauty, and breathtaking coastlines, with vibrant cities like Bristol, Bath, and Exeter just a short drive away - and only two hours to London.
The region is home to excellent educational facilities, and with affordable housing compared to other parts of the country, it's a great place to build both your career and your future.
Somerset truly has it all - the peaceful countryside and cosmopolitan city life, with something for everyone to enjoy.
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Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
NVQ Level 3 or equivalent experience
Desirable
Please see the attached JD
Experience Essential
Working within a health/social care environment Working as part of MDT Working with patients and their carers/families Good IT skills in word, excel, outlook
Desirable
Discharge planning within an MDT Working within acute OR community NHS environment Working across organisations Knowledge and understanding of Patient Flow within the trust and across the local health and social care system Knowledge of community health and social care services to support discharges and keep people safe and well at home
Additional Criteria Essential
Please see the attached JD
Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Employer details Employer name Somerset NHS Foundation Trust
Address Musgrove Park Hospital
Musgrove Road
Taunton
Somerset
TA1 5DA
Employer's website https://www.somersetft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)