{"interviewQueryText":"What are some good interview questions in British English for the job description below?\n\n-------------------------------------------\n\nDischarge Assessment Nurse with Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust in Preston, United Kingdom\n\n Detailed job description and main responsibilities Reporting to the Clinical Manager for the Integrated Discharge Service, you will be responsible for co-ordination of the discharge of patients with complex needs within a single assessment process and timely transfer across the 7 day week. You will foster a culture of good inter-disciplinary and organisational working, constantly demonstrating high standards of professional behaviour, acting as role model for the wider team and acting as a positive ambassador for Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, ensuring the expected standards of behaviour are integrated within the Integrated Discharge Service at all times. You have specialised expertise for matters relating to complex discharge matters within the Trust and act as a conduit for all guidance and information. Role Duties: Be responsible for a case load of patients to progress their hospital journey from admission to discharge and to cover other Discharge assessment nurse in their absence Supporting the Discharge to Assess pathways, Work internally but also in partnership with the Local Authority (dependent on case) to manage and progress a case load of patients who require on-going assessments and treatment and/or therapy outside of an acute hospital setting. Complete mental capacity assessments to inform discharge planning where appropriate. Provide specialist knowledge, support and guidance to colleagues regarding discharge planning. To support ward staff in the identification of possible safeguarding issues arising from the community or regarding discharge planning and to ensure that the ward are able to escalate these issues in line with the trusts safeguarding policy. You will work closely with the Ward Manager to provide mentorship, education and support to the ward based Discharge facilitators to ensure they are competent in facilitating timely and safe discharges. Have knowledge of health and social care services, roles and responsibilities and apply this to support patient discharges. Identify delays in the patient journey and act appropriately to challenge process. Work collaboratively and in partnership with other practitioners to offer appropriate advice to all professions on care practices, delivery and service development. Be able to respond to escalation pressures to improve flow by identifying appropriate discharge pathways, thinking creatively about new ways of working. Complete trusted assessments to enable patients to return back to their usual place of residence (24 hour care placement Provide educational sessions for ward based Discharge facilitators, new starters and updates for existing staff. To support ward staff in the identification of possible safeguarding issues arising from the community or regarding discharge planning and to ensure that the ward are able to escalate these issues in line with the trusts safeguarding policy. You will work closely with the Ward Manager to provide mentorship, education and support to the ward based Discharge facilitators to ensure they are competent in facilitating timely and safe discharges. Have knowledge of health and social care services, roles and responsibilities and apply this to support patient discharges. Identify delays in the patient journey and act appropriately to challenge process. Work collaboratively and in partnership with other practitioners to offer appropriate advice to all professions on care practices, delivery and service development. Be able to respond to escalation pressures to improve flow by identifying appropriate discharge pathways, thinking creatively about new ways of working. Complete trusted assessments to enable patients to return back to their usual place of residence (24 hour care placements). Work with and communicate closely with patients, families and carers, managing complex and challenging situations to achieve the best outcome for all involved. Deputise for the Clinical lead integrated discharge service when required Provide educational sessions for ward based Discharge facilitators, new starters and updates for existing staff. Please see attached person spec and job description for full details. Person specification Qualifications and Education Essential criteria 1st level NMC Registered Nurse Evidence of continuous professional development Post Registration Teaching Certificate Desirable criteria Degree level education or equivalent professional qualification Knowledge and experience acquired through training and experience equivalent to degree/diploma Knowledge and Experience Essential criteria Significant post registration experience within an acute hospital setting Have an understanding of the Health and Social Care Act and service implications Have an understanding of Safeguarding Children procedures and guidelines Experience of working within a team, case management of a group of patients Must have significant and relevant experience as a band 5/6 staff nurse working within either acute or community team Knowledge of clinical governance and relevance to practice Experience in more than one clinical area Accurate and timely documentation basic IT Skills Desirable criteria Experience of dealing with cases in relation to Safeguarding Adults Ability to participate / undertake clinical audit Thanks for taking the time to view this advert; we're looking forward to receiving your application. You should be aware that the vacancy may close earlier than the published date if sufficient applications are received so it would be best to apply as soon as you can. We'll contact you by e-mail to update you on the progress of your application so please check the e-mail account that you applied from (including spam/junk) regularly. We are committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating and valuing diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve. All individuals regardless of race, age, disability, ethnicity, nationality, gender, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marriage and civil partnership, neurodiversity or veteran status are encouraged to apply for this post. Our Statement on the Recruitment of Ex-Offenders is available Here To support you in your application process we've created a What we can offer you guide that shows what you can expect when you join our hospitals. The guide includes links to our strategic aims and objectives as well as our values, development support and rewards and benefits. To help you get the best from your application we've also put together two guides to help you make your application the best it can be. Just click here and here to go through them, or have them open as you complete your application. We recognise that the recruitment process may present barriers for some and you may need personal adjustments to enable you to participate in our recruitment process. Please make contact with the recruitment team at the earliest opportunity to ensure that measures can be put in place to enable your application for this post. Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) when writing job applications If you choose to use AI or other tools to assist in writing your application, it's essential to personalise this information, particularly your supporting information section. While AI can help streamline the writing process, these tools cannot fully grasp the context or requirements of the job you're applying for. There is also a risk that it can generate false or misleading information. AI-generated job applications can often be generic, impersonal and may not accurately reflect your qualifications, knowledge, skills, and experiences. It is crucial that you personalise your supporting statement by articulating these in your unique voice. Relying solely on AI to write your application or supporting information section is not advocated by Lancashire Teaching Hospitals and could negatively impact your chances of success in the application process. We have added a disclaimer to our application process advising that the use of AI is monitored and if applicants have used it then they are required to declare this. Supporting Information The supporting information section is an opportunity for you to showcase how your qualifications, knowledge, skill and experiences align with the requirements and criteria outlined in the job description and person. Our recruiting managers score applications based on the criteria listed in the person specification. They will be looking for evidence of how you meet these criteria. To increase your chances of securing an interview, provide examples of how you have applied your skills and knowledge in real-life situations. Share work-related successes and challenges you've navigated that align with the criteria. These could be from various aspects of your life, including work, education, and personal experiences. Consider structuring your supporting information section with clear headings or bullet points. This approach will help both you and the recruiting manager navigate through your application more effectively. Working Smarter pledge We are reminded everyday of how important life is, so as part of our Working Smarter pledge we offer a variety of flexible working options and wellbeing support to enable our people to find and maintain the right work-life balance. Secondments If you are applying for a secondment role please ensure you have agreement from your current line manager prior to attending an interview. Also please ensure you have read the LTHTR Secondment Policy. A copy of this can be found on the intranet or by contacting askworkforce@lthtr.nhs.uk Young People Please note a young person must be in part-time education or training until they're 18. therefore if you are under 18 we are unable to employ you on a full time basis, unless it is in an apprenticeship role. Disclosure and Barring Service checks If the role you've applied for requires a Disclosure and Barring Services (DBS) check we will administer this on your behalf and the cost will be recovered from your salary, either as a one-off payment, or over 3 months. The level of check required depends on the role that you have been offered. Currently the charges are - Basic DBS check £22, Standard DBS check £22 and Enhanced DBS check £42. You should be aware that if you are successful in obtaining a position that requires a DBS check but later withdraw your application, you may be required to reimburse the cost of the DBS check. DBS checks remain free of charge for volunteer positions. The DBS Code of Practice can be accessed here. In line with guidance from United Kingdom Health Security Agency, all staff and volunteers are required to comply with Trust Infection Prevention and Control processes in relation to safe working. This includes mask wearing and adherence to social distancing at all Trust sites. NO UNSOLICITED ADVERTISING COMPANY APPROACHES For more information about the Trust take a look at our Application Guide or visit our website www.lancsteachinghospitals.nhs.uk You can also keep up to date with us on Facebook, Twitter, Linked In and Instagram. We look forward to hearing from you soon! Employer certification / accreditation badges Applicant requirements You must have appropriate UK professional registration. This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service. Documents to download Job Description and Person Specification (PDF, 512.3KB) Creating your best application (PDF, 6.1MB) What we can offer you (PDF, 6.7MB) "}