About this role
Job summary
Sue Ryder is here to make sure everyone approaching the end of their life or living with grief can access the support they need. There is no one-size-fits-all when it comes to how we cope and the help we need, but with our support, no one has to face dying or grief alone.
We are there when it matters.
About us
Sue Ryder offers a range of hospice and community nursing services in Berkshire West and South Oxfordshire, including Reading, Newbury, Wokingham, Wallingford and Henley, and many more local communities in between.
About You
We are looking for a compassionate and organised Registered Nurse with current NMC registration and experience supporting patients with palliative care and or long-term conditions. You will be confident working in a fast-paced and occasionally challenging environment, using your clinical leadership skills and initiative to coordinate admissions and discharges safely and effectively.
The successful candidate will have excellent communication skills, be able to support patients and families through sensitive conversations, and work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams. You will also be confident mentoring others within a clinical setting, managing complex situations, and using IT systems effectively. Experience in coordinating end-of-life care and supporting patients to achieve their preferred place of care is highly desirable.
Main duties of the job
About the role
We have an exciting opportunity for an Admissions and Discharge Coordinator to support our In-Patient Unit . This role is ideal for a Registered Healthcare Professional with experience or interest in coordinating referrals, admissions, and timely patient discharges within palliative care.
You will act as the first point of contact for hospice referrals, carrying out initial clinical triage and coordinating safe, effective discharge planning for patients returning home or moving to an appropriate care setting. The role involves working closely with internal and external multidisciplinary teams to ensure high-quality, seamless patient care, while also supporting junior staff and volunteers within the service.
The successful candidate will work in line with professional standards, Sue Ryder policies and procedures, and participate in the senior nurse on-call rota.
About us
Benefits Enhanced pay for unsociable hours, company pension scheme, and continuation of NHS pension (terms and conditions apply). Youll receive 27 days holiday rising to 33 with service, plus bank holidays, with NHS annual leave honoured where applicable. Other benefits include enhanced maternity, paternity and sick pay, an Electric Vehicle Scheme, Healthcare Cash Plan, Death in Service benefit, staff discounts, and structured induction, learning and development opportunities. More employee benefits are available on our website.
Our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion At Sue Ryder, we believe a diverse workforce helps us provide the best care and support. We are committed to promoting equity, diversity and inclusion and to eliminating unlawful discrimination. We welcome applications from people from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic communities, LGBTQ+ individuals, those from lower socio-economic backgrounds, and disabled people. As a Disability Confident Committed employer, we offer interviews to disabled applicants who best meet the minimum essential criteria. We also use inclusive recruitment practices and provide accessibility support throughout the application and interview process.
Job description Job responsibilities
You will act as the first point of contact for hospice referrals, carrying out initial clinical triage and coordinating safe, effective discharge planning for patients returning home or moving to an appropriate care setting. The role involves working closely with internal and external multidisciplinary teams to ensure high-quality, seamless patient care, while also supporting junior staff and volunteers within the service.
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
NMC registered and experience coordinating admissions or discharges in a clinical or social care setting Ability to communicate plans and options clearly and accessibly Knowledge of relevant documentation, consent, and patient rights Skilled in coordinating individualised support and adjustments
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details Employer name Sue Ryder
Address Sue Ryder
22 Liebenrood Road
READING
RG30 2DX
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.sueryder.org (Opens in a new tab)