Job summary
Required to carry out a number of designated tasks, of which will involve direct care, in support of and under the supervision of a registered nurse.
Work as an effective member of the multi-disciplinary team.
Following appropriate training and assessment, undertake clinical and non-clinical duties in support of the registered nurse.
Main duties of the job
In addition to the below summary, you need to familiarise yourself with the full Job Description and Personal Specification documents attached to this advert.
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Clinical Support Worker position working on our Specialist Receiving Unit, caring for patients from the four specialities, Oncology, Haematology, Renal & Infectious Diseases.
Acute medicine is undergoing some new exciting changes and this is a great opportunity to be a part of this.Based at Nottingham City Hospital, our Specialist Receiving Unit unit prides itself on providing excellent care. We are a unit that is dynamic and fast paced, caring for patients admitted through our Emergency Department, from home and other out-patient areas.
This is an opportunity to learn new skills and develop in an area that is passionate about continued professional development.
We are looking for an individual who is keen to learn, confident, self-motivated and enjoys a challenge. The successful candidate will be competent in patient observations and providing personal care, venepuncture, cannulation and ECG recordings.
About us
With over 19,000 staff, we are one of the biggest employers in the city with a central role in supporting the health and wellbeing of our local population. We play a leading role in research, education and innovation.
Come and join our wonderful team at NUH. We are big believers in diversity and welcome new ideas to help develop our team in order to deliver world class healthcare to the vast patient populations we serve. With endless personal development opportunities available, at NUH we will endeavour to turn your job into a career!
We particularly welcome applications from people who identify as Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic, or Disabled, as we are striving to be better represented at NUH
Job description
Job responsibilities
Under the direction and supervision of a registered nurse, carry out nursing procedures following verification of competency and assist with the care and treatment of patients.
This will include: assisting with meeting the comfort and hygiene needs of patients which will include washing/bathing, oral care, escorting to toilet, assisting with bed pans/commodes, making beds and dealing with dirty linen in accordance with procedures. Assisting patients in taking medications including nebulisers under the supervision of registered staff assisting the registered staff with taking and recording patients temperature, pulse, respiration and blood pressure and completing patient fluid balance charts assisting with meeting the dietary needs of patients which will include distribution of drinks and meals and helping patients to eat and drink as required.
Be able to perform competent venepuncture and cannulation.
Carry out expected role without the need for constant supervision although recognising limitations and seeking direction when necessary.
Use initiative in planning daily and weekly routines.
Make a contribution to the development of patient care and setting standards.
Assist in progress chasing for the unit, arranging scans , transport , contacting patients and reception duties if required.
Be aware of need for own personal development and be prepared to attend and undertake any necessary training, being aware of the need to develop oneself and to strive to increase personal knowledge.
Assist and participate in benchmarking and audits.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Under the direction and supervision of a registered nurse, carry out nursing procedures following verification of competency and assist with the care and treatment of patients.
This will include: assisting with meeting the comfort and hygiene needs of patients which will include washing/bathing, oral care, escorting to toilet, assisting with bed pans/commodes, making beds and dealing with dirty linen in accordance with procedures. Assisting patients in taking medications including nebulisers under the supervision of registered staff assisting the registered staff with taking and recording patients temperature, pulse, respiration and blood pressure and completing patient fluid balance charts assisting with meeting the dietary needs of patients which will include distribution of drinks and meals and helping patients to eat and drink as required.
Be able to perform competent venepuncture and cannulation.
Carry out expected role without the need for constant supervision although recognising limitations and seeking direction when necessary.
Use initiative in planning daily and weekly routines.
Make a contribution to the development of patient care and setting standards.
Assist in progress chasing for the unit, arranging scans , transport , contacting patients and reception duties if required.
Be aware of need for own personal development and be prepared to attend and undertake any necessary training, being aware of the need to develop oneself and to strive to increase personal knowledge.
Assist and participate in benchmarking and audits.
Person Specification
Essential Criteria
Essential
Desirable
- Has worked in an acute setting
Qualifications
Essential
- Additional cannulation, venepuncture and ECG packages completed
Desirable
- Working toward completing additional packages
GCSE Maths and English
Essential
- Evidence of GCSEs or equivalent in Maths and English
Person Specification
Essential Criteria
Essential
Desirable
- Has worked in an acute setting
Qualifications
Essential
- Additional cannulation, venepuncture and ECG packages completed
Desirable
- Working toward completing additional packages
GCSE Maths and English
Essential
- Evidence of GCSEs or equivalent in Maths and English
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.
Employer details
Employer name
Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trusts
Address
MSSD. Multi speciality same day emergency care unit A floor, QMC
Derby Road
Nottingham
NG7 2UH
Employer's website
https://www.nuh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)