Patient Flow Nurse in Wrexham

Working alongside our Patient Flow and Clinical Team 37.5 hrs per week. Salary £29,137.15 - £36,057.26 (FTE) depending on experience.

At Nightingale House Hospice, we pride ourselves in providing the best possible care for our patients and their families and can only achieve this through our dedicated and committed staff. We work as a multidisciplinary team supporting the individual needs of the patients and those who care for them.

We are seeking an experienced and compassionate Patient Flow Nurse to join our dedicated team. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in facilitating the effective, efficient, and timely admissions and discharge of patients from our hospice care. The Patient Flow Nurse will work collaboratively within the patient flow team, clinical staff, and multidisciplinary teams to assess and address the health and social needs of patients, ensuring continuity of care post-discharge.

Duties:

• Take the lead in ensuring safe and timely admission and discharge of patients, actively identifying and addressing any delays in the discharge process.
• Act as an advocate for patients, carers, and relatives to enhance their discharge experience.
• Facilitate sensitive discussions regarding admission and discharge plans, addressing any disagreements and ensuring all parties are informed and aligned.
• Chair multidisciplinary admission and discharge meetings, ensuring that all relevant stakeholders are engaged in the discharge planning process.
• Collaborate with the clinical staff to develop and implement realistic and up-to-date admission and discharge plans that are centered around the individual needs of each patient.
• Monitor and amend plans as necessary to minimize potential delays.
• Cover for the Patient Flow Lead in their absence, which includes triaging admissions for the inpatient unit, managing advice calls, and organizing respite admissions.
• Maintain concise and up-to-date records of admission and discharge plans and patient interactions using relevant, paper and electronic systems.
• Provide guidance and education to ward staff regarding current legislation, admission and discharge planning best practices, and adherence to NICE guidelines.
• Participate in the collection and presentation of data related to patient admission and discharge and support the development and maintenance of admission and discharge documentation.

The successful candidate will be joining a friendly and passionate team that enjoys working in a rewarding environment offering:

• A positive and friendly working environment.
• The opportunity to make a real difference.
• Excellent training and development opportunities for those that want them.
• Generous holiday allowance that increases with length of service.
• Staff lunch Menu (Hospice based positions only).
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Retail Discount Scheme.
• Staff Discount in Caffi Cwtch.

Why Join Us? At Nightingale House Hospice, we are dedicated to providing exceptional care and support to our patients and their families. As a Patient Flow Nurse, you will have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of those we serve, working in a supportive environment where your skills and expertise will be valued.

If you are passionate about patient care and possess the necessary qualifications and experience, we invite you to apply for this rewarding opportunity to be part of our compassionate team at Nightingale House Hospice.

Nightingale House Hospice is committed to providing equal opportunities in employment. This position is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Scheme Check.