Job Title: Patient Flow and Discharge Planning Coordinator
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About the Role:
">The Deputy Head of Patient Flow/Delayed Discharges will support the Head of Patient Flow in coordinating and managing patient flow throughout the hospital. The post holder will have complete oversight of the bed complement and ensure timely flow and egress of patients while balancing scheduled and unscheduled care.">
Organisational Context:
">The HSE has created six health regions, each responsible for providing hospital and community care. This new approach brings healthcare services together, enabling a more patient-centred approach.">
Key Responsibilities:
">- Coordinate and manage patient flow throughout the hospital
- Ensure timely flow and egress of patients
- Balance scheduled and unscheduled care
- Oversee bed management within the hospital">
Requirements:
">- Satisfactory experience as a Clerical Officer in the HSE or equivalent
- Pass (Grade D) in at least five subjects from the Department of Education Leaving Certificate Examination
- Relevant third-level qualification or registration with the NMBI">
Benefits:
">- Opportunity to work in a multidisciplinary team environment
- Develop skills in senior management and service management">
Notes:
">- The ideal candidate will possess a high standard of suitability for the role