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Job summary This role is eligible for visa sponsorship under the UK Visas & Immigration (UKVI) Skilled Worker route however sponsorship can only be provided where applicants meet the specific requirements set by UKVI, including the relevant skill and salary thresholds (£25000), and any role-specific criteria. Royal Sussex County Hospital Discharge Lounge is looking for 1 full time 37.5 hours Band 5 Registered Nurses to join our friendly team. The operational hours will be from 0800 - 20:00 hours currently Monday to Friday. The Discharge Lounge helps promote patient flow throughout the hospital site and supports our emergency and elective demand. The Discharge Lounge is available for patients to wait for transport or medications to be discharged with, therefore creating available acute beds for patients being admitted to hospital. We are looking for proactive, creative Registered Nurses, who are good communicators, can work collaboratively with the wards, promotingearly use of the Discharge Lounge in the day to provide capacity for the demand on our services, and creating a pleasant and positive experiencefor the patients leaving our care.The successful candidate can expect to work within a supportive team and will receive support with training and development. We welcome applications from those who currently hold a UK NMC registration. If you currently hold an overseas nursing qualification and require sponsorship we are not currently direct hiring Internationally Qualified Nurses. Main duties of the job The Discharge Lounge based in RSCH Louisa Martindale Building (LMB) , helps to promote patient flow throughout the hospital site and supports our emergency and elective demand. The Discharge Lounge is available for patients to wait for transport or medications to be discharged with, therefore creating available acute beds for patients being admitted to hospital. We are looking for proactive, creative Registered Nurses, who are good communicators, can work collaboratively with the wards, promotingearly use of the Discharge Lounge in the day to provide capacity for the demand on our services, and creating a pleasant and positive experiencefor the patients leaving our care.The successful candidate can expect to work within a supportive team and will receive support with training and development. Collection and care of patients whilst in the DCL, discharging patients safely, booking transport, communicating with on going community providers and NOK where required. About us At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always deliver Excellent Care Everywhere, as shown in our Outstanding for Caring CQC rating. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of staff networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We're proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 3) and a Veteran Aware Trust. Candidate Pack https://www.uhsussex.nhs.uk/resources/candidate-information-pack/ Details Date posted 01 May 2026 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 5 Salary £32,073 to £39,043 a year per annum pro rata Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time, Flexible working Reference number 279-7892929-MAR26 Job locations Royal Sussex County Hospital Eastern Road Brighton BN2 5BE
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Please see Job description for full details. Person Specification Qualifications / Experience Essential
Desirable
Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion Essential
Person Specification Qualifications / Experience Essential
Desirable
Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion Essential
Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Employer details Employer name University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279) Address Royal Sussex County Hospital Eastern Road Brighton BN2 5BE
Employer's website https://www.uhsussex.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab) Employer details Employer name University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279) Address Royal Sussex County Hospital Eastern Road Brighton BN2 5BE
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Job description Job responsibilities
- To follow the trusts discharge policy and processes
- Act as patient /carer advocate at all times
- To work unsupervised, providing nursing care to patients attending the department, referring to other health care professionals as necessary.
- To prioritise care and delegate workload and lounge activities appropriately.
- To effectively and professionally deal with emergency situations.
- To ensure safe practice with regard to moving and handling, sharps and infection control etc.
- To check TTOs prior to discharge, using the Pharmacy Tracking system. Ensuring they are correctly dispensed with any necessary follow-up arrangements in place. To check the Electronic Prescribing of Medication and Administration (EPMA)
- Identify and report clinical and non-clinical incidents, taking appropriate action as necessary. Raising Datix when required.
- Update CareFlow system to contribute to an accurate and timely bed state.
- To ensure that confidentiality of patient information is maintained and that written documentation is complete and up to date.
Please see Job description for full details. Job description Job responsibilities
- To follow the trusts discharge policy and processes
- Act as patient /carer advocate at all times
- To work unsupervised, providing nursing care to patients attending the department, referring to other health care professionals as necessary.
- To prioritise care and delegate workload and lounge activities appropriately.
- To effectively and professionally deal with emergency situations.
- To ensure safe practice with regard to moving and handling, sharps and infection control etc.
- To check TTOs prior to discharge, using the Pharmacy Tracking system. Ensuring they are correctly dispensed with any necessary follow-up arrangements in place. To check the Electronic Prescribing of Medication and Administration (EPMA)
- Identify and report clinical and non-clinical incidents, taking appropriate action as necessary. Raising Datix when required.
- Update CareFlow system to contribute to an accurate and timely bed state.
- To ensure that confidentiality of patient information is maintained and that written documentation is complete and up to date.
Please see Job description for full details. Person Specification Qualifications / Experience Essential
- NMC pin (UK registration)
- Recent experience in acute hospital setting
- General understanding of storekeeping Patient handling techniques
- Knowledge of discharge procedures and discharge pathways
- Able to communicate highly sensitive information with compassion and care
- Able to prioritise and manage own workload and delegate work appropriately
- Experience of supporting students and junior members of staff
Desirable
- Experience in Discharge Planning
Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion Essential
- Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role).
- Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues
Person Specification Qualifications / Experience Essential
- NMC pin (UK registration)
- Recent experience in acute hospital setting
- General understanding of storekeeping Patient handling techniques
- Knowledge of discharge procedures and discharge pathways
- Able to communicate highly sensitive information with compassion and care
- Able to prioritise and manage own workload and delegate work appropriately
- Experience of supporting students and junior members of staff
Desirable
- Experience in Discharge Planning
Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion Essential
- Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role).
- Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues
Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Employer details Employer name University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279) Address Royal Sussex County Hospital Eastern Road Brighton BN2 5BE
Employer's website https://www.uhsussex.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab) Employer details Employer name University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279) Address Royal Sussex County Hospital Eastern Road Brighton BN2 5BE
Employer's website https://www.uhsussex.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
