Job summary
Join Our Dynamic Discharge Lounge Team!
We are excited to announce the opening of our brand-new Discharge Lounge in April 2024, featuring 19 beds and 23 chairs. We are on the lookout for an enthusiastic and highly motivated Flow Co-ordinator to become an integral part of our team.
About the Role: As a Flow Co-ordinator, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the smooth and efficient operation of our Discharge Lounge. You will work closely with our dedicated Receptionist, the Nursing Team, and the Nurse in Charge to deliver a high-quality service that prioritizes patient safety and satisfaction.
What We Offer:
1. A supportive and collaborative work environment
2. Opportunities for professional growth and development
3. The chance to make a real difference in patient care
Key Responsibilities:
4. Coordinating patient flow within the Discharge Lounge
5. Collaborating with the healthcare team to ensure timely and safe patient discharges
6. Maintaining clear and effective communication with all team members
If you are passionate about healthcare and thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced setting, we would love to hear from you!
Apply today to join our team and contribute to the exceptional care we provide.
Main duties of the job
To see the full detailed job description and main responsibilities of the job please refer the job description attached.
About us
Thank you for your interest in this role.
Sherwood is nationally recognised as being an excellent place to work and deliver care. We are rightly proud of the 5,500 colleagues who work here, and we are the Health Service Journal's Trust of the Year in 2020.
The Care Quality Commission rated King's Mill Hospital Outstanding and Newark, and Mansfield Community Hospitals Good. Overall, we are rated Outstanding for care.
For the last three years, we have been ranked as the best NHS Trust to work for in the Midlands and in 2020 we were the third best Acute/Community NHS Trust in England.
Happy colleagues deliver better care. Our teams work in a supportive, inclusive environment, which nurtures wellbeing and has opportunities for development and progression. We do not just care for our patients; we also care for you.
Our culture of learning, compassion and taking a person-centred approach are at the roots of our organisation. We would love you to join us.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To see the full detailed job description and main responsibilities of the job please refer the job description attached.
Person Specification
Knowledge
Essential
7. Computer literate.
8. Advanced clerical skills Broad knowledge of hospital IT systems
Desirable
9. Basic understanding of medical terminology
10. Knowledge of broader NHS
Qualifications
Essential
11. High standard of general education including English GCSE level C or higher.
12. NVQ 3 or equivalent experience
Desirable
13. European Computer Driving Licence
Further Training
Essential
14. Ability to expand knowledge and skills Hospital IT systems
Experience
Essential
15. Excellent communication skills
16. Proven work involving accuracy and attention to detail
Desirable
17. Substantial customer care experience
18. Experience of maintaining confidential records Ability to progress chase
Contractual
Essential
19. Regular attendance and willingness to work flexible hours as necessary