Nutrition Support Coordinator
Posted 7 days ago by The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust
Negotiable
Undetermined
Undetermined
Shrewsbury, England, United Kingdom
Summary: The Nutrition Support Coordinator will provide essential administrative support to the Multidisciplinary Nutrition Support Team, serving as the primary contact for Percutaneous Endoscopic Gastrostomy (PEG) patients. This role involves maintaining patient records, managing communication between various departments, and ensuring stock control for PEG patients. The position is integral to the efficient operation of the Nutrition Hub, which caters to patients with complex nutritional needs.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide administration support to the Multidisciplinary Nutrition Support Team, particularly the Nutrition Clinical Nurse Specialists.
- Act as a Trust interface for PEG patients between the Dietetic Department, Gastroenterology Departments, and ward staff.
- Triage phone messages for Nutrition Nurses, dietitians, and third-party community nutrition nurses.
- Maintain patient records and accurate databases associated with all patients on interventional nutritional feed, including Careflow and PEG database.
- Manage stock control associated with PEG patients, including Emergency Departments packs.
Key Skills:
- Strong administrative skills and experience in a healthcare setting.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively.
- Proficiency in maintaining accurate records and databases.
- Knowledge of nutritional support and PEG procedures is advantageous.
Salary (Rate): undetermined
City: Shrewsbury
Country: United Kingdom
Working Arrangements: undetermined
IR35 Status: undetermined
Seniority Level: undetermined
Industry: Other
Working within a fast paced dynamic team, the post holder is required to provide administration support to the Multidisciplinary Nutrition Support Team, working as a first point of contact and Trust Interface for Percutaneous Endoscopic Gastrostomy (PEG) patients.
Main duties of the job
- To provide administration support to the Multidisciplinary Nutrition Support Team, predominantly the Nutrition Clinical Nurse Specialists.
- Work in the Nutrition Hub and act as a Trust interface for Percutaneous Endoscopic Gastrostomy (PEG) patients between the Dietetic Department, Gastroenterology Departments and ward staff.
- To triage phone messages for Nutrition Nurses, dietitians, third party community nutrition nurses and their responsibilities.
- The post holder will have lead responsibility for maintaining patient records and accurate databases associate with all patients on interventional nutritional feed, including Careflow and PEG database.
- Provide stock control associated with the PEG patients including the Emergency Departments packs.
Working for your organisation
The Nutrition Team is a busy, dynamic team within a fast paced environment. We are responsible for all in and outpatients who have various types of complex nutrition needs. We are responsive to urgent and routine referrals and the coordinator is at the heart of this process, acting as initial contact for patients, families and clinical teams alike. Our vision, 'To provide excellent care for the communities we serve,' is not just a statement; it's a promise we live by every day. Guided by our core Values - Partnering, Ambitious, Caring, and Trusted - we're determined to make a real difference in the lives of those who matter most: our patients and their families. If you're ready to be part of a team that's dedicated to continuous improvement, come join us and let's make a difference together!