Rotational Bed Management & Complex Discharge Sister | Royal National Orthopaedic Hospital NHS Trust
| Posting date: | 31 March 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | per annum Inc of HCA |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 30 April 2026 |
| Location: | Stanmore, HA7 4LP |
| Company: | Royal National Orthopaedic Hospital NHS Trust |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Job reference: | 7886049/392-RNOH-1418 |
Summary
The post holder will be required to manage and support bed management and complex discharge planning process at the Royal National Orthopaedic Hospital. The successful candidate will be a key member of the team working closely with the Senior Sister ensuring they provide effective bed management and complex discharge planning across the NHS adult wards and CYP including management of the team.
A high degree of effective coordination, communication, networking and liaison will be required to establish and maintain good working relationships.
The post will undertake a 3-month rotation programme giving the individual an opportunity to gain both bed management and complex discharge skills and experience. This offers a flexible working environment for the team when dealing with critical ‘pinch’ points within bed management and complex discharge workload.
A high degree of effective coordination, communication, networking and liaison will be required to establish and maintain good working relationships.
The post will undertake a 3-month rotation programme giving the individual an opportunity to gain both bed management and complex discharge skills and experience. This offers a flexible working environment for the team when dealing with critical ‘pinch’ points within bed management and complex discharge workload.
At the Royal National Orthopaedic Hospital (RNOH), we are committed to achieving the best staff experience in the NHS. In the 2023 NHS Staff Survey, we proudly:
• Scored above the national average for the People Promises: "We are recognised and rewarded," "We are always learning," "We work flexibly," "We are a team," and for staff engagement.
• Ranked #1 among all Trusts in North and Central London for all People Promises and themes.
• Ranked #1 among all Acute Specialist Trusts for "We work flexibly."
At RNOH, we’re committed to being actively anti-discriminatory and actively inclusive. We recognise our brilliant people do brilliant work, and we offer rewarding careers, no matter what their background. We continue to strive to break down barriers to be the Trust where people come together because what they do matters, makes a difference and where they can thrive.
Joining our organisation means enjoying a wide range of staff benefits, including:
• 24/7 access to wellbeing support through our Employee Assistance Programme.
• A Rewards & Recognition platform, offering opportunities to thank colleagues, send gifts, and access exclusive discounts.
• A dedicated Staff Wellbeing Hub, providing a space to relax and recharge away from the work environment.
• Salary sacrifice schemes for transport (season ticket loans, car and bike), electrical goods, and childcare
At RNOH, we are more than a workplace—we are committed to patients, to excellence and the wellbeing of our staff.
Complex discharge
Main Duties
1. Identify complex discharges, liaise with the MDT and external agencies to achieve timely discharges or transfer from the trust, and escalate any potential issues as appropriate.
1. Establishing patient pathways between primary, community, intermediate and secondary care services, to expedite timely discharge and improve patient flow throughout the trust.
Bed management
Main duties
1. Providing effective bed management across the Trust for both NHS adult and CYP patients ensuring the seamless flow of patients through the Trust.
1. To work with the Senior Theatre management team ensuring effective communication of TCI/Theatre lists by attending the daily theatre huddle.
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This advert closes on Wednesday 15 Apr 2026
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