Job summary
Royal Cornwall Hospital, Truro
This post offers an exciting opportunity to work within our dynamic and innovative Neonatal Unit. As Neonatal Clinical Support Worker, you will be an integral part of the team providing support to the day to day running of the unit.
We are looking for an enthusiastic clinical support worker to join our Neonatal Unit Team. This role is designed to support nursing, clerical and housekeeping staff on this busy unit. You will need to enjoy variety, be flexible and willing to learn new skills. You must enjoy working with babies and their families and have a positive and proactive approach to your work, which will include working alongside staff providing direct clinical care.
This is a part-time post working 23 hours per week. You will be required to work 11.5 hour shifts, covering weekdays and weekends and 5.75 hour shifts to provide cover during annual leave.
You will have the opportunity to work on your own initiative in a diverse and varied role, liaising with many different departments from across the Trust as well as with patients and carers.
We work together to create a positive team spirit, recognising achievements and celebrating success so come and join our team! Cornwall is an area of outstanding natural beauty and the stunning coastline is at your fingertips. Come and work for the Neonatal Unit at Royal Cornwall Hospital in one of the most beautiful places on earth. Why wouldn't you?
Main duties of the job
To ensure that the environment is clean, safe, tidy and welcoming for patients and visitors.
Ensure availability of equipment as required
Ability to promote and establish good relationships with families.
To communicate effectively at all levels within the multi-disciplinary team.
Provide assistance and support to all members of the multi-disciplinary team as directed.
Maintain cleanliness and safety of the clinical environment, including parent accommodation and the preparation of the clinical and non-clinical environment in advance of clinical procedures being carried out.
Record routine observations as designated by the nurse in charge (following training and having been assessed as competent, e.g. HR, RR, Sa02, Temp, & BP) under the supervision of a registered nurse.
Adhering to Trust infection control, decontamination and cleanliness policies.
Adhering to COSHH regulations.
Promoting the safety and wellbeing of infants and families and visitors.
Engage and interact effectively with families, encouraging them to be actively involved in planning and delivering care to their infant.
Support parents with their feeding preference in accordance to Baby Friendly standards.
About us
Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust is the biggest provider of healthcare services in Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly. Our three main sites are Royal Cornwall Hospital Truro, St Michael's Hospital Hayle and West Cornwall Hospital Penzance, our staff and services are available across the region.
The Trust employs 5,000+ staff, has a budget of £380 million and 750 beds. We work with health and social care organisations -including NHS Kernow and NHS England- to ensure local healthcare needs are met. We provide acute medical, surgical and specialist services to around 500,000- which can increase significantly during busy holiday periods.
The Trust has teaching hospitals status as part of the University of Exeter Medical School. Keeping at the forefront of medical advances, we continually develop clinical services and are committed to maximising the range of specialist care offered locally.
We can offer you a rewarding career in a supportive working environment. We have extensive educational links to help you realise your full potential and develop skills to provide outstanding healthcare to the local community.
Enjoy an outstanding quality of life in a place that offers surfing beaches and fishing harbours to beautiful countryside and historic towns. With clean air, plenty of opportunities for outdoor activities and excellent schools, colleges and universities (including adult education) it is the ideal place for families and for you to develop your own career.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To ensure that the environment is clean, safe, tidy and welcoming for patients and visitors.
Ensure availability of equipment as required
Ability to promote and establish good relationships with families.
To communicate effectively at all levels within the multi-disciplinary team.
Provide assistance and support to all members of the multi-disciplinary team as directed.
Maintain cleanliness and safety of the clinical environment, including parent accommodation and the preparation of the clinical and non-clinical environment in advance of clinical procedures being carried out.
Record routine observations as designated by the nurse in charge (following training and having been assessed as competent, e.g. HR, RR, Sa02, Temp, & BP) under the supervision of a registered nurse.
Adhering to Trust infection control, decontamination and cleanliness policies.
Adhering to COSHH regulations.
Promoting the safety and wellbeing of infants and families and visitors.
Engage and interact effectively with families, encouraging them to be actively involved in planning and delivering care to their infant.
Support parents with their feeding preference in accordance to Baby Friendly standards.
Assist in the maintenance of unit supplies of consumables and other stock items, reporting any shortfall, as appropriate.
Provide assistance to the unit team during the induction and orientation of new members of the team.
Report any accidents/complaints/untoward incidents to the qualified nurse in charge in a timely fashion and in accordance with Trust procedures.
Respond effectively and professionally to episodes of verbal and/or physical aggression.
Contribute to the daily care and clinical activity in accordance with agreed plan of care and appropriate policies, procedures and protocols of the unit.
To assist the team in providing an excellent service at all times by ensuring good knowledge of the patient and service requirements
Ensure privacy and dignity is respected at all times
Maintain patient and visitor safety at all times.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To ensure that the environment is clean, safe, tidy and welcoming for patients and visitors.
Ensure availability of equipment as required
Ability to promote and establish good relationships with families.
To communicate effectively at all levels within the multi-disciplinary team.
Provide assistance and support to all members of the multi-disciplinary team as directed.
Maintain cleanliness and safety of the clinical environment, including parent accommodation and the preparation of the clinical and non-clinical environment in advance of clinical procedures being carried out.
Record routine observations as designated by the nurse in charge (following training and having been assessed as competent, e.g. HR, RR, Sa02, Temp, & BP) under the supervision of a registered nurse.
Adhering to Trust infection control, decontamination and cleanliness policies.
Adhering to COSHH regulations.
Promoting the safety and wellbeing of infants and families and visitors.
Engage and interact effectively with families, encouraging them to be actively involved in planning and delivering care to their infant.
Support parents with their feeding preference in accordance to Baby Friendly standards.
Assist in the maintenance of unit supplies of consumables and other stock items, reporting any shortfall, as appropriate.
Provide assistance to the unit team during the induction and orientation of new members of the team.
Report any accidents/complaints/untoward incidents to the qualified nurse in charge in a timely fashion and in accordance with Trust procedures.
Respond effectively and professionally to episodes of verbal and/or physical aggression.
Contribute to the daily care and clinical activity in accordance with agreed plan of care and appropriate policies, procedures and protocols of the unit.
To assist the team in providing an excellent service at all times by ensuring good knowledge of the patient and service requirements
Ensure privacy and dignity is respected at all times
Maintain patient and visitor safety at all times.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Maths and English level 1/2
Desirable
Experience
Essential
- Experience working within healthcare setting
Desirable
- Previous experience working with families and babies
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Maths and English level 1/2
Desirable
Experience
Essential
- Experience working within healthcare setting
Desirable
- Previous experience working with families and babies
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
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