Simone Williamson

Discharge Planning:

· Conduct comprehensive discharge needs assessments for patients, identifying potential barriers to discharge and coordinating necessary interventions.

· Develop individualized discharge plans in consultation with the multidisciplinary team, including patients, families, and relevant community services.

· Monitor progress towards discharge goals and adjust plans as needed.

Communication and Liaison:

· Communicate effectively with ward staff, clinicians, social care providers, and other stakeholders to ensure smooth discharge planning.

· Liaise with community services to arrange necessary post-discharge support, including home care, rehabilitation, and follow-up appointments.

· Advocate for patients' needs to facilitate timely discharge.

Administrative Tasks:

· Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records related to discharge planning.

· Utilize electronic systems to document discharge plans and progress.

· Track key performance indicators related to discharge times and patient satisfaction.

Patient and Family Support:

· Provide information and support to patients and families regarding discharge planning and post-discharge care options.

· Address concerns and facilitate communication between healthcare providers and patients/families.

Quality Improvement:

· Identify areas for improvement within the discharge planning process and implement changes to optimize patient flow.

· Participate in initiatives to promote best practices in discharge planning across the Trust.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively interact with patients, families, and healthcare and social care professionals.
• Strong organizational and time management skills to manage a complex caseload.
• Knowledge of healthcare policies and procedures related to discharge planning.
• Understanding of social care systems and community resources available to patients
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team

• Assisted in patient care, improved comfort and well-being.
• Delivered high-quality patient service by maintaining cleanliness in the clinical areas of the Nursing Home.
• Ensured infection control measures were adhered to strictly for a safe environment for both staff and patients alike.
• Upheld patient confidentiality at all times whilst performing duties as per data protection policy.
• Assisted in physical therapy sessions with patients to promote mobility improvement.
• Assisted elderly residents with daily tasks such as eating, bathing and dressing up for an enhanced quality of life while living in care homes.
• Kept detailed records of patient progress, implementing care plans, monitoring and communicating any change in a patients condition.
• Monitored vital signs of patients accurately for accurate readings, highlighting any deviations.
• Liaised between patients and healthcare professionals, facilitated effective communication channels.
• Escorted patients for tests or procedures within the hospital premises whilst ensuring their safety and comfort.

I undertook a level 3 course in Health and Beauty which involved both study in the classroom environment and practical sessions with volunteer customers.

• My role was to engage young people about the Young People's National Chlamydia Screening Programme.
• Identified Young People who met the criteria for the Programme based on specified criteria.
• Explained the risks of having Chlamydia and not having any symptoms, ensuring that the young people had enough information to make an informed decision about taking part in the screening - referring the young person to the qualified staff for any queries that I couldn't answer or were above my remit.
• Explained the process of the test and getting the results and details of accessing treatment if required.
• To provide the test pack and give instructions of how to use.
• Once the test was completed and returned I would complete the necessary documentation, ensuring details were accurately recorded.