Job Description

The closing date is 22nd Jul 2025

Job summary

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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, tasks & skills required

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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

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As a Trust we are proud of the excellent, pioneering service the musculoskeletal team delivers to our patients. As an employer, we recognise that our colleagues, truly are our greatest asset and we are committed to supporting them to achieve a rewarding and satisfying career.


Would you like to work in one of the most desirable places within the UK?


Working here in Somerset you can soak up all that the idyllic countryside has to offer with our areas of outstanding beauty and stunning coastlines. You get to enjoy these perks whilst still only being a stone's throw away from bustling city centres like Bristol, Bath and Exeter and only two hours away from London.


There are excellent educational facilities in the area and, when compared to other regions, house prices are reasonable. You get to experience the best of both in Somerset, the countryside and the cosmopolitan - there is truly something for everyone!


Please note that pay scales are dependent on NHS experience.

Job description

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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 specification

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Qualifications

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Essential

Registered Professional Qualification


Degree level education


Evidence of post qualification training relevant to specialist are




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Desirable

Teaching qualification or relevant experience

Experience

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Essential

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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




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Desirable

Experience of multi-disciplinary working.


Experience of staff management and undertake skill mix reviews.

Additional Criteria

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Essential

Able to understand the perspectives of numerous Key Stakeholders and align aims and purpose.


Sound Leadership skills.

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 Professional Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website.

For help with your application, contact:

Kizzy Hamblin


kizzy.hamblin@somersetft.nhs.uk


01823342612

Pay scheme

Agenda for Change

Band

Band 6

Salary

37338.00 to 44962.00 Yearly

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-Time

Reference number

184-OL-OR-2897

Job locations

Musgrove Park Hospital

Musgrove Road

Taunton

Somerset

TA1 5DA