At a Glance
- Tasks: Coordinate patient discharges and support a dedicated healthcare team in a fast-paced environment.
- Company: Join the renowned Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, known for outstanding patient care.
- Benefits: Enjoy flexible working hours, on-site leisure facilities, and subsidised transport options.
- Other info: Be part of an inclusive community that values diversity and personal growth.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in patients' lives while developing your skills in a supportive team.
- Qualifications: Strong communication skills and ability to manage your own workload are essential.
The predicted salary is between 49500 - 60500 $ per year.
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a highly motivated individual to join the Early Intervention Team (EIT) at Cambridge University Hospitals as a Band 4 Discharge Coordinator. You will be part of an existing team of Discharge Planning Specialist Nurses, Therapists and Frailty Nurses who currently support patients in the Emergency Department and Same Day Emergency Care (SDEC) areas at Cambridge University Hospitals.
The EIT Discharge Coordinator will be based on Emergency Department, Same Day Emergency Care (SDEC) and short stay wards coordinating discharges for all adult patients (18 years and above) to enable a reduction in length of stay, reduction in the number of lost bed days and increase the quality of complex discharge planning whilst supporting members of the MDT team.
You will track the progress of patients through their hospital journey, and will develop robust plans to facilitate timely discharge. You will be responsible for supporting and working alongside EIT Discharge Planning Support Nurses to provide a high standard of assessment, advice and evaluation of patients to formulate appropriate plans of care for patients discharged into Community settings and refer on to appropriate MDT members for patients admitted to the hospital setting.
The ability to work independently, being able to organise and prioritise your own workload and communicate effectively to a varied audience is essential. You will be part of a dedicated and friendly team working together to achieve the best possible outcomes for all of our patients, keeping them at the centre of what we do.
Cambridge University Hospitals (CUH) NHS Foundation Trust comprises Addenbrooke’s Hospital and the Rosie Hospital in Cambridge. With over 13,000 staff and over 1100 beds, the priorities of the Trust focus on a quality service which is all about people – patients, staff and partners. Recognised as providing ‘outstanding’ care to our patients and rated ‘Good’ overall by the Care Quality Commissioner, is testament to the skill and dedication of the people who work here. CUH’s values – Together - Safe, Kind, Excellent – are at the heart of patient care, defining the way all staff work and behave.
The Trust provides accessible high-quality healthcare for the local people of Cambridge, together with specialist services, dealing with rare or complex conditions for a regional, national and international population. CUH is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community - a place where we can all be ourselves. We value our differences and fully advocate and support an inclusive working environment where every individual can fulfil their potential.
This vacancy will close at midnight on 18th October 2026. Interviews are due to be held on 10th November 2026. All appointments with a start date on or after 1 October 2026 will be subject to a 12-week probationary period. This provides a structured and supportive period to help you settle into your role, with regular reviews and feedback.
At Cambridge University Hospitals, we want to do all we can to support good working days. We offer development opportunities and a wide range of benefits, including on-site leisure facilities, shopping concourse and day nurseries. Our good work programme currently includes providing reduced cost Stagecoach bus travel to and from Cambridge University Hospital site. Park and Ride bus journeys between Babraham Road and Trumpington sites are free, as is the route to and from Cambridge train station and our hospitals. We also subsidise the cost of parking on site for eligible staff.
On CUH campus, hot food is available 24/7 and at a reduced cost for colleagues. Recently we launched the first of our staff pod break spaces. Located in the Deakin Centre, we have a purpose-created colleague-only cafe, with free tea and coffee, a break space and private outside area for colleagues to rest, refuel and recharge. Just one of the ways we are working hard to support good working days at CUH.
CUH is committed to assisting employees in achieving a good work-life balance irrespective of role or personal circumstances. Flexible arrangements may include, but are not limited to, part-time working, job-share, term-time working and flexible start and finish times.
Discharge Coordinator employer: Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and inclusive work environment where staff can thrive. With a strong commitment to professional development, flexible working arrangements, and a focus on employee well-being, CUH provides numerous benefits including on-site leisure facilities and subsidised transport options. Join a dedicated team that values excellence, kindness, and safety in patient care while enjoying the vibrant community of Cambridge.
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Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Recruitment Team
