Job summary
Senior Health Care Support Worker will work as part of a team providing high quality and compassionate care to individuals. They will have the understanding and ability to deliver delegated care under the direction of their supervisor, and support the multidisciplinary team in the delivery of high quality care to enable individuals to achieve their person-centred goals.
The post holder will carry out well-defined routine duties in accordance with the individual's care plan, promote independence and check on the individual's overall progress, comfort and wellbeing.
When working as a lone worker the post holder will act on own initiative to make a situation safe and report any concerns as required.Work within a range of healthcare settings this may include colleagues from both health and social care.
The post holder will report to a Registered Professional who will directly or indirectly supervise their work.
Specific duties will be discussed at interview to meet service requirement.
Main duties of the job
To provide healthcare to patients as delegated by the Registered Nurse. This care will involve physical care and activities which promote health and wellbeing for patients
To work as part of a team, delivering health care that focuses on the direct needs of the patient
To work autonomously within the clearly defined boundaries of their role and carry out specific clinical tasks and responsibilities as delegated by the Registered Nurse
To provide planned nursing care and treatment to patients in the community as assessed by the Registered Nurse
End of life Care
As a lone worker will be required to respond to emergency situations within sphere of competence
To undertake reassessment of Waterlow, MUST and falls assessments as delegated by the Registered Nurse
About us
At Somerset NHS Foundation Trust, we're committed to supporting our employees with a range of benefits designed to enhance your professional and personal life. We offer:
- Flexible working options to help you balance work and life
- NHS pension scheme for long-term financial security
- Generous annual leave allowance to recharge and relax
- A strong focus on career development to help you grow and achieve your potential
Additionally, you'll gain access to our Blue Light Card, unlocking exclusive discounts on shopping, dining, and leisure activities, as well as NHS-specific perks to support you both inside and outside of work.
We are proud to foster a diverse, skilled, and inclusive workforce, and we encourage applications from all backgrounds.
Why Somerset? Somerset offers the perfect blend of idyllic countryside, outstanding areas of natural beauty, and breathtaking coastlines, with vibrant cities like Bristol, Bath, and Exeter just a short drive away - and only two hours to London.
The region is home to excellent educational facilities, and with affordable housing compared to other parts of the country, it's a great place to build both your career and your future.
Somerset truly has it all - the peaceful countryside and cosmopolitan city life, with something for everyone to enjoy.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To undertake a range of clinical activities for which you have been trained and assessed as competent to undertake, including:
Venepuncture, Continence and Catheter Care, support the Registered Nurse with continence assessment, undertake catheter care, Physiological Observations, Point of Care Testing, INR monitoring, blood glucose monitoring, urinalysis, Medicines Management, administering eye and ear drops, administer suppositories, pessaries and enemas, bladder maintenance solution, topical skin preparations, medicated dressings, Wound Management, management of wounds including simple dressings, Specialised Techniques
To organise own workload under supervision, ensuring that visits are planned according to priority and location.To participate in team meetings, providing feedback on patients care.Document all care given in accordance with Trust policy, demonstrating an understanding of the care planning process and recording and reviewing patient observations, being able to discuss and escalate findings, as appropriate with the Registered Nurse which will inform further evaluation of care plans for patients in your care.To provide personal care for patients, as directed by a health care professional from the integrated team
Must be a car driver with a valid full UK driving licence or have access to regular personal transport with appropriate business insurance in order to travel throughout the Trust, to meet the needs of the service
Job description
Job responsibilities
To undertake a range of clinical activities for which you have been trained and assessed as competent to undertake, including:
Venepuncture, Continence and Catheter Care, support the Registered Nurse with continence assessment, undertake catheter care, Physiological Observations, Point of Care Testing, INR monitoring, blood glucose monitoring, urinalysis, Medicines Management, administering eye and ear drops, administer suppositories, pessaries and enemas, bladder maintenance solution, topical skin preparations, medicated dressings, Wound Management, management of wounds including simple dressings, Specialised Techniques
To organise own workload under supervision, ensuring that visits are planned according to priority and location.To participate in team meetings, providing feedback on patients care.Document all care given in accordance with Trust policy, demonstrating an understanding of the care planning process and recording and reviewing patient observations, being able to discuss and escalate findings, as appropriate with the Registered Nurse which will inform further evaluation of care plans for patients in your care.To provide personal care for patients, as directed by a health care professional from the integrated team
Must be a car driver with a valid full UK driving licence or have access to regular personal transport with appropriate business insurance in order to travel throughout the Trust, to meet the needs of the service
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Vocational Qualification Level 3 equivalent level or equivalent experience.
- Level 3 qualification or Certificate in Healthcare, Care Certificate or willing to work within agreed time scale.
- Good standard of literacy and numeracy and spoken English (Minimum Level 2, or Functional Skills).
Experience
Essential
- A good understanding of health and social care models.
- An understanding of the physiology, psychology and organisation and function of the human body.
- Understanding of actions which can improve an individual's quality of care.
- Good interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively with patients, carers and relatives, remaining sensitive and empathetic.
- Good organisational skills, ability to manage own time and plan timed activities for individuals and colleagues
- Able to take instruction, direction and work effectively as part of a team.
- Ability to work as a lone worker.
- Good verbal communication skills with an ability to provide and receive routine information and a good understanding of barriers to good communication.
Additional Criteria
Essential
- Demonstrate the ability to exchange factual information with individuals using reassurance, tact and empathy.
- Compassionate, intuitive and caring, treats colleagues, patients, carers and relatives with dignity and respect.
- Have the courage to challenge areas of concern and work to best practice.
- Flexible and adaptable to meet the needs of the patients and the service.
- Must be a car driver with a valid full UK driving licence or have access to transport with appropriate business insurance in order to travel throughout the Trust as appropriate for role.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Vocational Qualification Level 3 equivalent level or equivalent experience.
- Level 3 qualification or Certificate in Healthcare, Care Certificate or willing to work within agreed time scale.
- Good standard of literacy and numeracy and spoken English (Minimum Level 2, or Functional Skills).
Experience
Essential
- A good understanding of health and social care models.
- An understanding of the physiology, psychology and organisation and function of the human body.
- Understanding of actions which can improve an individual's quality of care.
- Good interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively with patients, carers and relatives, remaining sensitive and empathetic.
- Good organisational skills, ability to manage own time and plan timed activities for individuals and colleagues
- Able to take instruction, direction and work effectively as part of a team.
- Ability to work as a lone worker.
- Good verbal communication skills with an ability to provide and receive routine information and a good understanding of barriers to good communication.
Additional Criteria
Essential
- Demonstrate the ability to exchange factual information with individuals using reassurance, tact and empathy.
- Compassionate, intuitive and caring, treats colleagues, patients, carers and relatives with dignity and respect.
- Have the courage to challenge areas of concern and work to best practice.
- Flexible and adaptable to meet the needs of the patients and the service.
- Must be a car driver with a valid full UK driving licence or have access to transport with appropriate business insurance in order to travel throughout the Trust as appropriate for role.
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.
