Patient flow co ordinator

Job overview

We are looking to recruit  a patient flow co Ordinator on a full time basis within the team. The Working hours are 8-4 Mon to Friday We are looking for an innovative, motivated and enthusiastic professional to join our ever growing team We are seeking a proactive team player who can join our diverse and dedicated team of Complex Discharge Planners **Please note this vacancy may close early once sufficient applications have been received**

Main duties of the job

The role involves working as part of the multi-disciplinary team to maintain and expedite patient flow through the wards with the support of Complex Discharge Nurses. The successful candidate will liaise with external agencies and care providers, offer support to the team. The successful candidate would be joining a supportive and enthusiastic team who are committed to providing high standards of patient centred care and timely and safe discharge.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

To provide a single point of contact on a named ward/wards for patients, families, carers and associated people and co-ordinate/contribute to the safe and timely hospital discharge in partnership with other multi-disciplinary colleagues. Ensure that patient and family/carer have clear expectations regarding anticipated length of stay. Maintain momentum of discharge planning throughout the entire process; supporting and working in partnership with other members of the MDT; doctors, Nurses, occupational therapists, physiotherapists and other hospital assessment and discharge team members. Establish and maintain productive integrated working relationships with social service and community healthcare colleagues as required. To develop strong working relationships with ward teams, Discharge Lounge, Therapy teams, Discharge co-coordinators pharmacy etc., to support and co-ordinate timely and appropriate assessment and safe discharge of people from acute beds.