Healthcare Support Worker Band 2

Job description

Job responsibilities

Maintain effective communication with the registered Nurse regarding issues relating to assigned duties, promptly reporting areas of concern.

Maintain health working relationships with the multi professional ream, patient and relatives.

Contribute to the effectiveness of inter-agency working as appropriate.

Documentation in patients nursing records of any care given.

Undertake the trust Corporate and Directorate specific Induction and competency programmes appropriate to the role.

Take responsibility for undertaking own mandatory training and updates as required.

Undertake and complete specified NVQ training at level 3 and/or equivalent competency programmes relevant to directorate needs and own role.

Complete specialist training required that allows Health care to be delivered to the patient through new ways of working.

Take responsibility in collaboration with line manager within personal development planning process for identifying own learning and development needs within the knowledge and skills framework(KSF).

Demonstrate skills and activities to others in similar roles and make contribution as a team member to the training of other Health care assistants and supervising learners.

Participate in clinical supervision and act as a mentor for those in a similar role.

Participate in the orientation, instruction of less experienced staff.

Comply with all Trust policies in relation to all aspects of practice.

Act at all times in a manner that upholds the reputation of the Trust and safeguards the wellbeing and dignity of patients and their relatives.

Assist the registered Nurse by developing care plans, assessing and documenting care, providing verbal and written reports in an effective and safe manner.

Assist with essential nursing care and anticipate patient dependency and to be proactive in assisting nursing staff with supervision as necessary.

Carry out designated clerical duties as delegated by the Ward Manager / Deputy Ward manager or registered Nurse.

To be flexible in the approach to the clinical area and provide cover for any area specified within the ICD.

Lead on patient exit survey and liaise with Ward manager and PALS manager.

Able to prioritise time and tasks.

Undertake a range of clerical duties in the absence of or in support of the Ward Clerk to ensure a smooth running service, this may involve:- Reception/telephone duties- Basic computer skills- Filing- Complete maintenance repair forms- Monitor & maintain adequate stock levels of stationary, ward provisions.

Participates in all aspects of patient care with particular attention to personal hygiene and grooming.

Provision of patients toileting needs, ensuring privacy and dignity is maintained.

Support of patients in managing incontinence and promotion of continence.

The recording of patients fluid intake and output using fluid balance charts.

Preparation and serving of patients meals, drinks and snacks.

Assisting/feeding patients as necessary.

The recording of patients dietary intake when indicated in the patients plan of care.

Enable patients to maintain/improve their mobility by use of exercise and mobility appliances.

Assist in the prevention of pressure ulcer development as directed by the Registered nurse in conjunction with the patients care plan.

Obtaining samples from patients for ward or laboratory testing.

Removal of cannulae, urinary catheters and nasogastric tubes.

Deliver unsupervised specified care and intervention as prescribed by an appropriate registered health care professional in accordance to agreed trust and Directorate policies, procedures and protocols.

Assist and support care delivery by only undertaking delegated work that is within own limitations, level of competence, skill and training.

Carry out duties consistent with individual patient wishes, maintaining privacy, dignity and recognising cultural diversity and needs.

Contribute to the overall effectiveness of care delivered by the health care team and those benefits the patients experience.

To be responsible for ensuring bed spaces for admission, transfer and discharges to the ward are prepared, tidy and for ensuring that water jugs and cups are available on arrival to the ward.

Ensure patients are aware of the ward layout and routine.

To act as a chaperone as required in all clinical settings.

Escort/transfer patients to other areas of the hospital as appropriate.Prepare and maintain environments for clinical treatments and investigations.

Prepare patients for treatments, investigations or procedures including offering support, answering questions appropriate to own knowledge / experience and assisting in their recovery.

Collection of blood products from the laboratory.

Assist Registered Nurse in performing last offices.

Initiate basic life support techniques as appropriate and provides assistance to the registered nurse as required in prolonged resuscitation situations.

Ensure due regard is given to customs, values and spiritual beliefs of patients and carers.

Contributes to the management of aggressive and abusive behaviour.

Following a period of competency based training and under direction of a registered Nurse the post holder will:- Perform vital sign observations, accurately document NEWS and report back to a registerednurse / health care professional.

Perform Electrocardiograph (ECG) tracings- ensuring it is checked by a doctor or ANP.

Insert cannula and flush with normal saline after checking the normal saline with a registered practitioner.

Undertake venepuncture upon direction of Registered nurse and label appropriately and send to the labs.

Process in department blood test (BMs) ensuring a registered nurse / healthcare professional checks the result.

Care for CVAD adhering to trust policies.

Undertake the dressing of non-complex wounds (in accordance with identified competencies and in conjunction with the plan of care).

Assisting in the admission of patients.

Undertaking Vital signs, height, weight, infection control screens, ECG and obtaining blood samples.

Responsibility for Policy and Service Development.

Person Specification

Education Qualifications

Essential

• GCSE A - C in English/Literacy or equivalent
• GCSE A - C in Maths/Numeracy or equivalent
• Apprenticeship in health level 3 or QCF Diploma in health level 3 or NVQ level 3 in health or equivalent (or willingness to complete within 18 months)
• Demonstrate the ability and willingness to undertake an induction programme including the Health care certificate

Desirable

• Food Hygiene Qualification
• MAPA Training & supporting patients with dementia/additional needs
• First aid training

Knowledge

Essential

• Knowledge of the principles governing data protection and confidentiality
• Range of IT skills including clinical record systems

Desirable

• Dietary support and advice for patients undergoing treatment

Experience

Essential

• Experience of undertaking patient care within hospital setting

Skills and abilities

Essential

• Assessing patients functional skills for everyday tasks
• Able to use a range of equipment, with training
• Excellent written skills

Desirable

• Venepuncture
• Cannulation
• CVAD care
• Performing ECGs
• Equipment competencies

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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).

Employer details

Employer name

The Clatterbridge Cancer Centre NHSFT

Address

Clatterbridge Cancer Centre

65 Pembroke Street

Liverpool

L7 8YA

Employer's website

https://www.clatterbridgecc.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)