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Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Work independently managing own allocated case load

To respond to referrals within 1 working day.

To work towards the specified Estimated Discharge Date (EDD)

To prepare complex patients and their relatives at the earliest opportunity in relation to planning for discharge.

Review daily, each complex patient’s progress towards discharge to determine if the plan needs to be revised and actioned in order to achieve a timely and safe discharge.

To identify appropriate patients through the ‘trusted assessment’ process to the various ‘Discharge to Assess’ initiatives to bring care closer to home for patients.

To undertake Mental Capacity assessments in accordance with the Mental Capacity Act (2005) in relation to specific decisions pertinent to the patients discharge plan.

To cover and rotate through all areas as allocated by the Team Manager/ Leader – including Acute, Community sectors and the D2A care homes.

To participate in the delivery of new Trust initiatives related to the process of patient discharge.

Ensure adherence to all measures stipulated in the Trust’s in patient Discharge Procedure and other policies related to the discharge process.

To assist in identifying, negotiating and co-ordinating the movement of patients who are suitable to transfer to other health or social care facilities.

To promote integrated and collaborative working with health, social care teams and third sector providers.

To initiate and lead patient case conferences or ‘best interest’ meetings, as necessary with discussions and actions documented.

The post holder will be required to use a computer, either stands alone or as part of a networked system and will be responsible for the quality of information recorded.

To sensitively challenge conventional thinking that hinders or creates a delay in the process of patient discharge.

The post holder will maintain accurate records both written and electronic, deal with highly sensitive information respecting confidentiality and security at all times in accordance with Trust policies and data protection.

To support and actively participate in audits pertaining to patient discharge and whole system flow.

To contribute to the development of standards, protocols, care pathways and clinical audit when requested.

To contribute to strategies and use relevant information systems to collect and interpret data that will lead to the formulation of action plans that seek to improve the discharge process.

Professional/Personal Responsibilities

To be responsible for and provide evidence that all mandatory training is undertaken and up to date as per training matrix.

Maintain active status on the NMC register or equivalent professional registration.

Act always in accordance with the NMC Code of Conduct or professional registration and guiding documents.

Take responsibility for personal development and education with regard to Revalidation and Personal Development Plan objectives.

To be aware of your own learning needs and limitations to maintain professional expertise by embracing the concept of lifelong learning.

Participate in clinical supervision for self and others and utilise reflective practice.

To participate in team, professional and personal development activities and promote commitment to continuous development and improvement.

Up-date and maintain professional knowledge to sustain a high level of awareness of relevant research issues and trends within the field of discharge planning.

The post holder will be required to have access to independent means of transport for work purposes to travel across the acute and community Trust and to other agencies.