University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
An exciting opportunity has arisen for suitably qualified and experienced nurse to join our Integrated Discharge Team as the Admission Avoidance Lead. We are seeking a highly committed and motivated individual who will ensure that we are providing a patient-focused discharge service to patients in our Acute areas - Acute Medical Unit and Emergency Services. We are looking for a dynamic and motivated individual with previous experience of managing a Discharge service, excellent communication skills and an innovative and flexible approach. Main duties of the job
This post is specifically responsible for the leadership within the IDS department and the development of processes to reduce the length of stays and to facilitate the timely and the safe discharges of the patients with complex care needs. The post holder will also lead a team of nurses in continuing to build a discharge service that works across the Trust to ensure safe, timely and effective transfer of patient care on discharge. They will have the ability to build relationships with staff across all disciplines between both the hospital and within the community services. They will also provide a strategic overview of the service and work to develop effective systems to reduce the number of delayed discharges. They will also deputise for the IDS Senior Nurse when requested. Job responsibilities
For the full Person Specification and more information regarding the main responsibilities of this role, please refer to the attached Job Description. Person Specification
Knowledge and Qualifications
Registered Nurse Part 1, 2 or relevant section of the register Honours degree (Level 3/ FHEQ Level 6) completed or 50% achieved; commitment to completion Teaching course Relevant clinical course Recognised Leadership course NVQ assessor Experience
Minimum 2 years' relevant clinical and managerial experience in a senior position Proven track record of leadership Evidence of clinical competence and regular clinical practice Skills and Abilities
Able to manage a team including developing potential and performance management Responsiveness & Flexibility - responds flexibly to changing needs & seeks better ways to deliver services. Adopts a mindset that embraces change as an opportunity to progress Achieving delivery - ensures goals are achieved and services delivered through personal commitment to make a tangible contribution to healthcare. Influencing Change - communicates clearly & effectively, deploying a range of different techniques to win support from others and bring about change Communication
Demonstrates awareness of the importance of working as part of a multi disciplinary team. Communicates effectively verbally, in writing and in electronic formats Communicates with patients and carers in an empathetic manner Demonstrates understanding of good practice in Customer Care Personal and People Development
Demonstrates evidence of professional development in line with KSF, maintains updated Portfolio Evidence of working as preceptor/facilitator/ mentor Reflective in Practice Experience in leading others and responding to learning needs Responsibilities towards promoting Equality Diversity and Inclusion
Demonstratable understanding of the Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion Knowledge of the NHS obligations under the Equality Act 2010 and the Public Sector Equality Duties Ensure the risk of infection to self, colleagues, patients, relatives and visitors is minimised by:
Being familiar with, and adhering to Trust policies and guidance on infection prevention and control. Completing all required training and education (both via e-learning and face to face) on infection prevention and control. Including infection prevention and control as an integral part of your continuous personal/professional development and included in your annual appraisal. Taking personal responsibility so far as is reasonably practicable, in helping ensure that effective prevention and control of health care associated infections is embedded into everyday practice and applied consistently. Specific Requirements
Demonstrates knowledge and understanding of discharge services & standards. 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. Salary: £54,320 to £60,981 a year per annum inclusive of HCAS
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An exciting opportunity has arisen for suitably qualified and experienced nurse to join our Integrated Discharge Team as the Admission Avoidance Lead. We are seeking a highly committed and motivated individual who will ensure that we are providing a patient-focused discharge service to patients in our Acute areas - Acute Medical Unit and Emergency Services. We are looking for a dynamic and motivated individual with previous experience of managing a Discharge service, excellent communication skills and an innovative and flexible approach. Main duties of the job
This post is specifically responsible for the leadership within the IDS department and the development of processes to reduce the length of stays and to facilitate the timely and the safe discharges of the patients with complex care needs. The post holder will also lead a team of nurses in continuing to build a discharge service that works across the Trust to ensure safe, timely and effective transfer of patient care on discharge. They will have the ability to build relationships with staff across all disciplines between both the hospital and within the community services. They will also provide a strategic overview of the service and work to develop effective systems to reduce the number of delayed discharges. They will also deputise for the IDS Senior Nurse when requested. Job responsibilities
For the full Person Specification and more information regarding the main responsibilities of this role, please refer to the attached Job Description. Person Specification
Knowledge and Qualifications
Registered Nurse Part 1, 2 or relevant section of the register Honours degree (Level 3/ FHEQ Level 6) completed or 50% achieved; commitment to completion Teaching course Relevant clinical course Recognised Leadership course NVQ assessor Experience
Minimum 2 years' relevant clinical and managerial experience in a senior position Proven track record of leadership Evidence of clinical competence and regular clinical practice Skills and Abilities
Able to manage a team including developing potential and performance management Responsiveness & Flexibility - responds flexibly to changing needs & seeks better ways to deliver services. Adopts a mindset that embraces change as an opportunity to progress Achieving delivery - ensures goals are achieved and services delivered through personal commitment to make a tangible contribution to healthcare. Influencing Change - communicates clearly & effectively, deploying a range of different techniques to win support from others and bring about change Communication
Demonstrates awareness of the importance of working as part of a multi disciplinary team. Communicates effectively verbally, in writing and in electronic formats Communicates with patients and carers in an empathetic manner Demonstrates understanding of good practice in Customer Care Personal and People Development
Demonstrates evidence of professional development in line with KSF, maintains updated Portfolio Evidence of working as preceptor/facilitator/ mentor Reflective in Practice Experience in leading others and responding to learning needs Responsibilities towards promoting Equality Diversity and Inclusion
Demonstratable understanding of the Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion Knowledge of the NHS obligations under the Equality Act 2010 and the Public Sector Equality Duties Ensure the risk of infection to self, colleagues, patients, relatives and visitors is minimised by:
Being familiar with, and adhering to Trust policies and guidance on infection prevention and control. Completing all required training and education (both via e-learning and face to face) on infection prevention and control. Including infection prevention and control as an integral part of your continuous personal/professional development and included in your annual appraisal. Taking personal responsibility so far as is reasonably practicable, in helping ensure that effective prevention and control of health care associated infections is embedded into everyday practice and applied consistently. Specific Requirements
Demonstrates knowledge and understanding of discharge services & standards. 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. Salary: £54,320 to £60,981 a year per annum inclusive of HCAS
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