NHS
Integrated Discharge Nurse
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Job Description
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- Flexible working options to help you balance work and life
- NHS pension scheme for long-term financial security
- Generous annual leave allowance to recharge and relax
- A strong focus on career development to help you grow and achieve your potential
- Registered Professional Qualification
- Degree level education
- Evidence of post qualification training relevant to specialist area
- Teaching qualification or relevant experience
- Qualified RGN with previous experience of working at Band 5 or above in a health or social care setting.
- Experience of developing and implementing new services within the NHS.
- Evidence of autonomous working.
- Evidence of problem solving.
- Knowledge of acute and community care, social services, and primary care Interface.
- Knowledge of relevant legislation relating to work area.
- Knowledge of the challenges surrounding complex discharge planning.
- Knowledge of rehabilitation and continuing care provision.
- Experience of multi-disciplinary working.
- Experience of staff management and undertake skill mix reviews
- Able to understand the perspectives of numerous Key Stakeholders and align aims and purpose.
- Sound Leadership skills.
- Registered Professional Qualification
- Degree level education
- Evidence of post qualification training relevant to specialist area
- Teaching qualification or relevant experience
- Qualified RGN with previous experience of working at Band 5 or above in a health or social care setting.
- Experience of developing and implementing new services within the NHS.
- Evidence of autonomous working.
- Evidence of problem solving.
- Knowledge of acute and community care, social services, and primary care Interface.
- Knowledge of relevant legislation relating to work area.
- Knowledge of the challenges surrounding complex discharge planning.
- Knowledge of rehabilitation and continuing care provision.
- Experience of multi-disciplinary working.
- Experience of staff management and undertake skill mix reviews
- Able to understand the perspectives of numerous Key Stakeholders and align aims and purpose.
- Sound Leadership skills.
Job summary
The Integrated Discharge Team at Somerset NHS Foundation Trust focuses on delivering efficient, sustainable, and patient-centred discharge processes. Our goal is to ensure patients are discharged from acute hospitals with the necessary support to promote independent living or alternative care when needed. The team integrates multiple services, including the Transfer of Care Hub and Discharge Lounge, working across acute sites in Somerset to improve patient flow and outcomes.
We value our team members highly so development and training within this role will be offered and prioritised.
There is an expectation that hours are worked flexibly over a rota basis which includes day shifts and weekends.
Main duties of the job
As an Integrated Discharge Nurse, you will play a vital role in the daily operations of the Discharge Team, supporting the Senior Team in managing clinical and non-clinical aspects of the service. You will coordinate patient discharges, provide expert guidance, and ensure effective communication with internal and external stakeholders. Your primary focus will be to improve patient flow, reduce length of stay, and enhance patient experience by supporting seamless discharge processes.
Why Join Us? You will be part of a dedicated team committed to improving patient outcomes by facilitating timely and effective discharges. You'll have opportunities for ongoing professional development, leadership responsibilities, and the chance to make a real impact on patient care across Somerset's acute hospitals.
Informal visits always welcome-contact us today to discuss the position in more detail or organise a visit.
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:
Additionally, 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.
Details
Date posted
21 May 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 6
Salary
£37,338 to £44,962 a year 37.5 hours per week
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
184-OL-OR-2549
Job locations
Yeovil District Hospital
Higher Kingston
Yeovil
Somerset
BA21 4AT
Job descriptionJob description
Job responsibilities
For the main duties and responsibilities for this role please read the attached job description and person specification. When completing your application please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post.
Job responsibilities
For the main duties and responsibilities for this role please read the attached job description and person specification. When completing your application please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post.
Person SpecificationPerson Specification
Qualifications
Essential
Desirable
Experience
Essential
Desirable
Additional Criteria
Essential
Qualifications
Essential
Desirable
Experience
Essential
Desirable
Additional Criteria
Essential
Additional informationDisclosure 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).
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
Somerset NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Yeovil District Hospital
Higher Kingston
Yeovil
Somerset
BA21 4AT
Employer's website
Employer details
Employer name
Somerset NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Yeovil District Hospital
Higher Kingston
Yeovil
Somerset
BA21 4AT
Employer's website
About the company
National Health Service (NHS) is the umbrella term for the publicly-funded healthcare systems of the United Kingdom (UK). The founding principles were that services should be comprehensive, universal and free at the point of delivery—a health service based on clinical need, not ability to pay. Each service provides a comprehensive range of health services, free at the point of use for people ordinarily resident in the United Kingdom apart from dental treatment and optical care.
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