Patient Flow Coordinator - Haywards Heath, United Kingdom - University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279)
1 month ago
Description
Reviewing all patients each day noting which patients are for discharge within 48hrs, and supporting the preparation for discharge, and escalating delays to the Ward Manager, Matron or nurse in charge.
This will be updated on RTBS/Medway daily and will improve communication within the ward and trust operations team hence improving patient flow When required, assist with the completion and sending of other referral forms for Multi-disciplinary Team within Trust and Community such as Community Services or Inpatient Rehabilitation referrals Ensure early identification and referral of patients needing repatriation to other hospitals.
Initiate escalation process advising cardiac bed manager of patients details Early diagnostic tests are expedited promptly and escalate any delays to the appropriate person Assist in organising transfers between wards and external transfers Liaise with Pharmacy when required regarding Discharge Medication Booking Discharge Transpor Support the full utilization of the Discharge Lounge throughout the day, and encourage the use of this to team Work closely with the Nursing Team to ensure patient safety is of most importance at all times.
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