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- Prif leoliad
- Surgery- Discharge Coordinator
- Gradd
- NHS AfC: Band 4
- Contract
- Parhaol
- Oriau
- Llawnamser - 37.5 awr yr wythnos
- Cyfeirnod y swydd
- 337-NP-9806LC
- Cyflogwr
- London North West University Healthcare NHS Trust
- Math o gyflogwr
- NHS
- Gwefan
- Ealing Hospital
- Tref
- London
- Cyflog
- £33,262 - £36,027 PA
- Cyfnod cyflog
- Yn flynyddol
- Yn cau
- 10/08/2026 23:59
Teitl cyflogwr
Discharge Coordinator
NHS AfC: Band 4
London North West University Healthcare NHS Trust (LNWH) cares for the people of Brent, Ealing, Harrow and beyond.
Our team of more than 8,200 clinical and support staff serve a diverse population of almost one million people.
We run major acute services at:
- Northwick Park Hospital: home to one of the busiest emergency departments (A&E) in the country. The hospital provides a full range of services including the country’s top-rated hyper-acute stroke unit and one of only three hyper-acute rehabilitation units in the UK
- St Mark’s Hospital: an internationally renowned specialist centre for bowel disease
- Ealing Hospital: a busy district general hospital providing a range of clinical services, as well as 24/7 emergency department and urgent care centre, and specialist care at Meadow House Hospice
- Central Middlesex Hospital: our planned care site, hosting a range of surgical and outpatient services and collocated with an urgent care centre.
We are a university teaching NHS trust, in recognition of the important role we play in training clinicians of the future and bringing the benefits of research to the public.
Find out more about our Trust and why you should join us#WeAreLNWH
Find out more about Our HEART values
Find out more about our Trust Staff Benefits
Our vision at London North West University Healthcare NHS Trust is to put “Quality at our HEART”. Find out more about our ambitious strategy
We are clear that our vision can only be achieved by our staff, who are our most valuable asset.
Our vision is driven by our HEART values and behaviours which were developed together with our staff.
- H onesty
- E quity
- A ccountability
- R espect
- T eamwork
These values describe how we interact with each other and our patients and must underpin everything we do to achieve our vision.
LNWUH is a flexible working friendly organisation, we want you to be able to work in a way that is best for us and for our patients, and for you. Please speak to us about how we might be able to accommodate a flexible working arrangement whether that’s job share, part time or another flexible pattern. If it works for the service, we will do our best to make it work for you.
Trosolwg o'r swydd
The role of the Discharge Liaison Practitioner is to support Ward Sisters in delivering a high-quality, patient-focused experience by providing flexible, reliable administrative and operational support. This includes assisting nursing teams in maintaining accurate discharge records and ensuring that discharge processes are safe, effective, and completed in a timely manner, thereby supporting the reduction of patient length of stay.
The role requires excellent interpersonal, communication and organisational skills, with the ability to work collaboratively across multidisciplinary teams. The Discharge Liaison Practitioner will support Ward Sisters in maintaining effective relationships with key stakeholders, including senior staff, medical and nursing teams, allied health professionals, patients and their families, as well as social services and primary care providers.
Prif ddyletswyddau'r swydd
The Discharge Coordinator will play a key role in facilitating safe, effective and timely patient discharge, with a clear focus on reducing avoidable delays and length of stay. The post holder will work proactively with the multidisciplinary team, including ward staff, discharge lounge, Site Practitioners, allied health professionals, and external partners such as Social Services, Primary Care and GPs, to ensure robust and co-ordinated discharge planning from admission through to discharge.
The post holder will ensure that patient journey boards/whiteboards are consistently accurate and up to date, proactively identifying and escalating any potential delays that may impact discharge pathways. They will take ownership of monitoring discharge progress, supporting early identification of barriers and driving actions to mitigate delays.
In supporting the effective running of the ward, the Discharge Coordinator will undertake key administrative and coordination tasks that directly contribute to safe and timely discharge. This includes completing and maintaining discharge planning documentation, liaising with external agencies, coordinating with families and carers, arranging transport, and working closely with therapy teams such as occupational therapy and physiotherapy to ensure all discharge requirements are met without delay.
Gweithio i'n sefydliad
London North West University Healthcare NHS Trust (LNWH) cares for the people of Brent, Ealing, Harrow and beyond.
Our team of more than 8,200 clinical and support staff serve a diverse population of almost one million people.
We run major acute services at:
- Northwick Park Hospital: home to one of the busiest emergency departments (A&E) in the country. The hospital provides a full range of services including the country’s top-rated hyper-acute stroke unit and one of only three hyper-acute rehabilitation units in the UK
- St Mark’s Hospital: an internationally renowned specialist centre for bowel disease
- Ealing Hospital: a busy district general hospital providing a range of clinical services, as well as 24/7 emergency department and urgent care centre, and specialist care at Meadow House Hospice
- Central Middlesex Hospital: our planned care site, hosting a range of surgical and outpatient services and collocated with an urgent care centre.
We are a university teaching NHS trust, in recognition of the important role we play in training clinicians of the future and bringing the benefits of research to the public.
Swydd-ddisgrifiad a phrif gyfrifoldebau manwl
Please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification for further information on the key responsibilities and person requirements for this role.
Manyleb y person
Education and qualifications
Meini prawf hanfodol
- GCSE or equivalent standard of education (with a pass in GCSE English Language or equivalent
- Diploma/NVQ Level 3
- Can demonstrate analytical skills
Meini prawf dymunol
- Previous work experience
Knowledge and Experience
Meini prawf hanfodol
- Previously worked as administrative assistant / ward clerk / personal assist within a busy environment
- Communication at all levels; Organising own workload; Working within a team.
- Ability to handle complaints and deal with them sensitively and assertively
Meini prawf dymunol
- Knowledge of NHS IPR systems (ICE, Cerner)
- Knowledge of Medical terminologies and workflows
Skills, abilities and attributes
Meini prawf hanfodol
- Excellent communication skills in oral and written format, the ability to communicate effectively and professionally at all levels.
- Practical IT skills, including use of Word, database input, Internet and E-mail.
- Practical experience of being involved in the safe discharge of patients including Discharge check lists, Social service referrals, district nurse referrals and transport requests.
Meini prawf dymunol
- Knowledge of medical and NHS terminology and of the NHS National Targets.
- Proactive coordination with multidisciplinary teams
Bathodynnau ardystio / achredu cyflogwyr
Gofynion ymgeisio
Mae'r swydd hon yn ddarostyngedig i Orchymyn Deddf Adsefydlu Troseddwyr 1974 (Eithriadau) 1975 (Diwygio) (Cymru a Lloegr) 2020 a bydd angen cyflwyno Datgeliad i'r Gwasanaeth Datgelu a Gwahardd.
Dogfennau i'w lawrlwytho
Rhagor o fanylion / cyswllt ar gyfer ymweliadau anffurfiol
- Enw
- Jiby Jobin
- Teitl y swydd
- Clinical Nurse Manager
- Cyfeiriad ebost
- [email protected]
- Rhif ffôn
- 02089675444
Rhestr swyddi gyda London North West University Healthcare NHS Trust yn Gwasanaethau Gweinyddol neu bob sector