Be a part of the future of health care
East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust are investing in their Acute Therapy and Urgent Community Response services as part of a major transformative programme to deliver a Home-First model, transferring care to the community – and we want you to be a part of it.
This expanded service will be working across the integrated pathway from acute to intermediate care services in the community, supporting patients with the care and rehabilitation they need, improving clinical outcomes and patient experience. We are investing in both therapy and care roles and successful candidates joining our expanded service will have the opportunity to be part of a dynamic, progressive, integrated, multiagency and multidisciplinary team to deliver fully joined up care to the people of East Sussex.
As part of our team, you will work closely with, and be supported by, our Professional Leads, Advanced Clinical Practitioners, Team Leads, Practice Educators and the wider team, providing you the opportunity to develop your skills, training, education and career fully.
Become part of something truly innovative and special with a new role in the Community Health and Integrated Care (CHIC) division at East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust.
East Sussex Healthcare Trust (ESHT) is seeking a dynamic and experienced Social Care Practice Education Lead to join our dedicated team. This pivotal role will operate across both health and social care organisations, focusing on the implementation of a trusted assessor model. The primary aim is to enhance the efficient flow of patients between the Urgent Community Response Team at ESHT and ASC teams, ensuring seamless transitions and optimal patient care.
This is a unique and exciting opportunity to be part of a groundbreaking project that bridges health and social care sectors. Your work will have a direct impact on patient care, enhancing their experience and ensuring timely access to necessary services. Join us and contribute to the future of integrated health and social care.
The urgent community response team is based across two sites, Eastbourne District General Hospital, Eastbourne and Conquest Hospital, Hastings. This post will involve working across both sites..
A wide range of staff benefits are available to our staff including staff development, enrolment in the NHS pension scheme, auto-enrolment to our Temporary Workforce Service, access to nurseries at Conquest Hospital and Eastbourne District General Hospital, staff restaurants and on-site staff accommodation.
In addition to an internal Occupational Health department, all staff also have access to free psychological support through our confidential Employee Assistance Programme which is available to staff 24 hours a day 7 days a week. Onsite parking is available for a small administration fee.
There has never been a better time to join East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust, submit your application today.
Key Responsibilities:
• Trusted Assessor Model Implementation:Lead the introduction and integration of a trusted assessor model to streamline patient flow and improve care efficiency.
• Collaboration Across Teams:Work closely with the Urgent Community Response Team and ASC teams to support hospital discharge, admission avoidance pathways, Homefirst, and virtual ward pathways.
• Multi-Disciplinary Coordination:Engage with a large multi-disciplinary team (MDT) comprising nursing, allied health professionals, administration, and social care staff who deliver urgent, short-term support during crises.
• Change Management:Drive change initiatives and ensure effective implementation of new processes across health and social care organisations.
• Patient Care Continuity:Ensure service users receive appropriate care following initial short-term intervention, whether they return to independent living or require longer-term support.
• Educational Support:Develop and implement education and training programs for staff across health and social care settings to ensure understanding and effective utilisation of the trusted assessor model
Candidate Profile:
• Experience:Proven experience in either health or social care settings.
• Leadership Skills:Strong leadership abilities with a clear focus on managing change effectively.
• Communication Skills:Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Project Management:Experience in project management or relevant project work is highly desirable.
• Team Collaboration:Ability to work collaboratively within a multi-disciplinary team environment.
• Educational Expertise:Experience in developing and delivering educational programs to support staff development and improve service delivery.
This advert closes on Tuesday 20 Aug 2024
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