Charge Nurse – Integrated Discharge Team (Band 6)

About the role

The Christie is seeking an experienced Band 6 Registered Nurse to join its Integrated Discharge Team. This role focuses on ensuring safe, timely, and person‑centred discharges for patients across multiple inpatient wards.

Key responsibilities

• Coordinate and facilitate complex patient discharges, including NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC) funded cases.
• Lead assessments, complete Decision Support Tools, and liaise with Integrated Care Boards, community providers, families and care agencies.
• Identify and address barriers to discharge, ensuring patients leave the hospital without unnecessary delay.
• Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings, provide expert advice on discharge pathways, and escalate complex issues when needed.
• Maintain accurate electronic patient records and support Trust discharge performance standards.
• Act as an advocate for patients and families throughout the discharge process.

Required profile

• Registered Nurse (Band 6) with strong communication, clinical assessment and leadership abilities.
• Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast‑paced acute environment.
• Experience in oncology or discharge planning is desirable but not mandatory.

Required skills

• Proficiency in completing Continuing Healthcare assessments and Decision Support Tools.
• Familiarity with electronic patient record systems.