Job summary We are seeking to employ a enthusiastic, highly motivated Patient Flow Coordinator to join our joint services within DPU and SDAU. The Day Procedure Unit team at the Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital is one of the major elective surgical Units in East Anglia. Following the Nationally recognised British Association of Day Surgery Directory the Unit is continually reviewing and evaluating its services, providing pre and post operative nurse led care for wide range of surgical specialities, including Urology, Gynae, ENT, Ophthalmology, Orthopaedics, Oral, General Surgery, Vascular and Pain Management. The Same Day Admission Unit (SDAU) is a dedicated department which admits and prepares adult patients for elective surgery. Our patients attend the Same Day Admissions Unit for their admission, and after their surgery they are then transferred to an inpatient ward for their recovery and discharge. Our teams works closely with other departments in the Trust, including the Day Procedure Unit, Preoperative Assessment, Surgical Specialty Teams, Anaesthetics, Theatres and the wards. Main duties of the job As part of the DPU ward and SDAU team, the opportunity is available to proactively manage patient flow within the ward ensuring that day case capacity is fully utilised. The ward embraces the chance for staff development, and the individual will gain skills in proactively managing the ward patient bed booking system, gaining knowledge and experience at identifying capacity shortfalls and taking steps to ensure capacity is fully utilized. We require the prospective applicants to be flexible and adaptable to our evolving service as we work towards increasing our elective surgery capacity. This includes establishing working relationships with the wider team and supporting the senior staff in ensuring our patients have the best care possible on the day of surgery. The successful applicant will work collaboratively within the team both independently and with direct supervision from others. They will work closely with the requirements of Trust and Departmental policies and procedures to ensure that patient pathways are correctly managed accordingly. Data collection and processing is vital for service improvement; therefore, they will assist the managing team with regular audits. Please be aware the working pattern will include Monday to Sunday shifts, between 7:00 and 20:00. We encourage applicants to approach the manager to discuss any further details and to arrange a visit to the department. About us Join us at the Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital and be part of a workforce of over 10,000 staff The NNUH is one of the largest NHS trusts in the UK, providing first-class acute care for around one million people, living in Norfolk and surrounding areas. We are a teaching and research hospital, at the forefront of innovation, home to state-of-the-art facilities, such as the Quadram Institute. We are pleased to work closely with the University of East Anglia, providing teaching opportunities for our staff and placement opportunities for their students. We attract some of the best and leading professionals from across the country and are proud that our workforce represents 94 countries from across the world. We are a friendly, collaborative hospital, working with local services and home to N&N Hospitals Charity We can offer you the full range of NHS benefits/discounts and in addition: Flexible working hours Fast Track Staff Physiotherapy Service Multi Faith prayer room Discounted gym memberships Excellent pension scheme and annual leave entitlement Wagestream - access up to 40% of your pay as you earn it Free Park & Ride service direct to NNUH site Free 24-hours confidential counselling support On-site Nursery On-site cafes offering staff discounts Support in career development Flexible staff bank Salary Sacrifice schemes including lease cars, Cycle to Work scheme and home electronics Date posted 21 October 2024 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 3 Salary £24,071 to £25,674 a year per annum Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time, Flexible working Reference number 234-24-S1878 Job locations Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital Norwich NR4 7UY Job description Job responsibilities 1. Manage patient flow within the unit daily. 2. Proactively plan patient booking, identifying capacity shortfalls and taking steps to ensure capacity is fully utilised. 3. Develop links with inpatient Patient Flow team to proactively support the smooth running of theatres both in the Main suite and DPU. 4. To facilitate patient transfers, supporting a smooth and constant throughput of day-case patients within the Unit and Trust. 5. Managing patient pathways by communicating with patients, booking teams, inputting data on ORSOS and PAS, liaise with medical teams where appropriate. Please note that this advertised position, which is part of occupation code 4111 does not meet the UKVI eligibility requirements for a Skilled Worker Visa (this includes if you are already in a sponsored post and looking to change employer). The Trust would not be able to issue a Certificate of Sponsorship for this role. Job description Job responsibilities 1. Manage patient flow within the unit daily. 2. Proactively plan patient booking, identifying capacity shortfalls and taking steps to ensure capacity is fully utilised. 3. Develop links with inpatient Patient Flow team to proactively support the smooth running of theatres both in the Main suite and DPU. 4. To facilitate patient transfers, supporting a smooth and constant throughput of day-case patients within the Unit and Trust. 5. Managing patient pathways by communicating with patients, booking teams, inputting data on ORSOS and PAS, liaise with medical teams where appropriate. Please note that this advertised position, which is part of occupation code 4111 does not meet the UKVI eligibility requirements for a Skilled Worker Visa (this includes if you are already in a sponsored post and looking to change employer). The Trust would not be able to issue a Certificate of Sponsorship for this role. Person Specification Qualifications Essential NVQ Level 3 or equivalent qualifications Desirable 2 years' experience within acute Health Care Experience Desirable Experience of audit and change management Skills Essential Excellent interpersonal skills Knowledge of Microsoft Office / Excel spreadsheet Attitude, aptitude Essential Evidence of continuing personal development Effective role model, demonstrating NNUH's PRIDE values of People focussed, Respect, Integrity, Dedication and Excellence Demonstrates understanding and commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Person Specification Qualifications Essential NVQ Level 3 or equivalent qualifications Desirable 2 years' experience within acute Health Care Experience Desirable Experience of audit and change management Skills Essential Excellent interpersonal skills Knowledge of Microsoft Office / Excel spreadsheet Attitude, aptitude Essential Evidence of continuing personal development Effective role model, demonstrating NNUH's PRIDE values of People focussed, Respect, Integrity, Dedication and Excellence Demonstrates understanding and commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion 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. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). Additional information 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. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). Employer details Employer name Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital Address Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital Norwich NR4 7UY Employer's website https://teamnnuh.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)