Job summary
Lyd is a Short stay ward with length of stay for patients being 72hours. We cover a range of different specialities with our main focus on endocrine and diabetes. An exciting opportunity has arisen for you to join our dynamic healthcare team. As a leading healthcare provider, we are committed to delivering high-quality patient care and creating a supportive environment.
Ideally, you will have experience in acute medicine and be able to communicate clearly and confidently. As part of the team you should be able to assist with patient assessment accurately and professionally, taking bloods, undertaking electrocardiograms, monitoring vital signs and discussing symptoms with the clinical team. This is a great opportunity to widen your skills and knowledge as we see a wide range of different medical conditions.
We welcome applicants who wish to challenge themselves further in their career.You will be supported to maintain your professional development and experiences within the field of urgent care.
Main duties of the job
***Preference will be given to internal Trust staff, as well as 'Priority' and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon who are able to display recent relevant experience as dictated by the Person Specification.***
For candidates that don't fully meet the qualifications being asked, we may be able to offer you the Health Care Support Worker program or the apprenticeship program
About us
We are a people business - where every member of staff matters and can make a difference. Patients are at the heart of everything we do. Joining University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust means becoming part of a team of dedicated staff, who are committed to leading the way through innovation, clinical excellence and great customer care. The Trust has great opportunities for career development in a highly progressive working environment. We offer all of this in a vibrant, modern city with a historic reputation for adventure. PLEASE NOTE THAT ALL COMMUNICATION WILL BE ELECTRONIC, PLEASE CHECK YOUR EMAIL ACCOUNT REGULARLY. If you have any issues with applying online and need additional support including reasonable adjustments with the application process please contact the recruitment team on 01752 432100. We recognise that work life balance is important for our colleagues and so we invite requests from applicants around less than full time/flexible working for our advertised roles. Please contact the recruiting manager to discuss this prior to your application submission. We commit to giving this full consideration in each case. We encourage people from diverse backgrounds to apply for our roles, as diversity strengthens our teams. It is sometimes necessary to close vacancies before the closing date. If you have not heard from us within 4 weeks of the closing date, please assume that you have not been shortlisted
Job description
Job responsibilities
This job description describes the role that the apprentice will be working in during the training period. Supervision and support will be provided during tasks, supporting the apprentice to safely gain experience and confidence, and to successfully complete the training programme. These tasks will be introduced as the apprentice gains competency.
- To promote a positive patient experience throughout their use of our services
- To maintain professional behaviours at all times
- To demonstrate empathy, dignity, respect and compassion at all times
- To work as part of a team
- To assist patients with all aspects of activities in daily living, which could include providing assistance with:
o Hygiene needs e.g. Washing/showering/mouth care
o Toileting/changing incontinence pads
o Feeding and fluids including the maintenance of fluid balance and dietary charts
o Mobility using mobility aids/hoists where appropriate
o Repositioning and monitoring of pressure areas
o Communication
o Care of dying
- To support registered staff with the physical health, comfort and wellbeing of service users, including physical observations and taking blood pressure, temperature and pulse
- To follow Trust and local policies relating to infection control, maintaining a clean working environment at all times. Awareness of Health and safety policies within the Trust
- To accurately record all observations and care given with counter signature from a Registered Practitioner
- To promote and safeguard the wellbeing of patients, their families and colleagues
- To participate in the care and maintenance of equipment
- To respect and not disclose confidential information, obtained in the course of the work
- Report untoward incidents such as complaints, clinical emergencies, and injury to senior staff
- Gain skills in venepuncture, cannulation and ECG recording
Job description
Job responsibilities
This job description describes the role that the apprentice will be working in during the training period. Supervision and support will be provided during tasks, supporting the apprentice to safely gain experience and confidence, and to successfully complete the training programme. These tasks will be introduced as the apprentice gains competency.
- To promote a positive patient experience throughout their use of our services
- To maintain professional behaviours at all times
- To demonstrate empathy, dignity, respect and compassion at all times
- To work as part of a team
- To assist patients with all aspects of activities in daily living, which could include providing assistance with:
o Hygiene needs e.g. Washing/showering/mouth care
o Toileting/changing incontinence pads
o Feeding and fluids including the maintenance of fluid balance and dietary charts
o Mobility using mobility aids/hoists where appropriate
o Repositioning and monitoring of pressure areas
o Communication
o Care of dying
- To support registered staff with the physical health, comfort and wellbeing of service users, including physical observations and taking blood pressure, temperature and pulse
- To follow Trust and local policies relating to infection control, maintaining a clean working environment at all times. Awareness of Health and safety policies within the Trust
- To accurately record all observations and care given with counter signature from a Registered Practitioner
- To promote and safeguard the wellbeing of patients, their families and colleagues
- To participate in the care and maintenance of equipment
- To respect and not disclose confidential information, obtained in the course of the work
- Report untoward incidents such as complaints, clinical emergencies, and injury to senior staff
- Gain skills in venepuncture, cannulation and ECG recording
Person Specification
Knowledge & Experience
Essential
- Be able to work as a member of a team
- Experience of time management and prioritising work
- Understands and committed to a caring approach to patients & relatives
Desirable
- Experience of providing care in a healthcare or social setting
Qualifications
Desirable
- Level 2 QCF Diploma in Clinical Healthcare support or Level 2 NVQ in Healthcare Health & Social Care Or Level 2 in Health & Social Care (NVQ, QCF, RQF)
- GCSE A*- D in English Language, or equivalent (e.g. Certificate in Adult Literacy at Level 1)
- GCSE A* - D, or equivalent in Mathematics (e.g. Certificate in Adult Numeracy at Level 1)
Aptitude & Abilities
Essential
- Effective and appropriate communication skills both written and verbal
- Able to complete appropriate documentation accurately
- Committed to providing high quality patient care
Desirable
- Demonstrate an awareness of healthcare work and policies and procedures
Person Specification
Knowledge & Experience
Essential
- Be able to work as a member of a team
- Experience of time management and prioritising work
- Understands and committed to a caring approach to patients & relatives
Desirable
- Experience of providing care in a healthcare or social setting
Qualifications
Desirable
- Level 2 QCF Diploma in Clinical Healthcare support or Level 2 NVQ in Healthcare Health & Social Care Or Level 2 in Health & Social Care (NVQ, QCF, RQF)
- GCSE A*- D in English Language, or equivalent (e.g. Certificate in Adult Literacy at Level 1)
- GCSE A* - D, or equivalent in Mathematics (e.g. Certificate in Adult Numeracy at Level 1)
Aptitude & Abilities
Essential
- Effective and appropriate communication skills both written and verbal
- Able to complete appropriate documentation accurately
- Committed to providing high quality patient care
Desirable
- Demonstrate an awareness of healthcare work and policies and procedures
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).
