Job summary
Ashby ward is an 18 bedded specialised Rehabilitation unit for people with physical disabilities, sited in Lincoln county hospital. Ashby ward is a Friendly ward that cares for male and female patients. The nursing team are very caring, friendly, and compassionate and provide a high standard of nursing care
Main duties of the job
We are looking to recruit a caring, motivated and enthusiastic individual to join our existing team. Ideal person must be able to demonstrate the ability to provide excellent care, excellent communication and interpersonal skill. Rehabilitation ward can be a stressful environment, therefore the role required innovative individual who can remain calm under pressure. They need to be able to demonstrate caring and compassionate nursing. The successful candidate needs to be flexible and able to work autonomously but also show be able to work effectively within the team. Candidates must possess a GCSE in English language Grade c or above, they must have NVQ level 2 in health or the ability to demonstrate equivalent. Previous experience in the health care setting would be an advantage but is not essential as United Lincolnshire offer a full induction programme.
About us
The United Lincolnshire Hospitals NHS Trust is one of the largest hospital trusts in the country. We provide a comprehensive range of hospital based medical, surgical, pediatrics, obstetric, gynecological and Rehabilitation services to over 800,000 people across the county of Lincolnshire. We operate 4 hospital sites and deliver services in a range of other settings; we employ around 7,800 highly trained staff, and have a turnover in excess of £400m per annum."The Trust's core values are:- Patient Centred- Safety- Compassion- Respect and- ExcellenceIf you are considering applying for this post within United Lincolnshire Hospitals NHS Trust, ask yourself whether you demonstrate our behaviors and values. If you do, then we want to hear from you. We are 100% committed to providing high quality patient care, and if you feel that you agree with our mission, values and can advocate the above behaviors then we want to hear from you! So, please ensure that you evidence in your application form how you demonstrate and advocate these key behaviors.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Working under delegation and supervision of a registered health care practitioner, the Health Care Support Worker (HCSW) will undertake defined responsibilities appropriate to their role in the workplace setting. Complying with Trust policies, protocols, guidelines, the fifteen standards of the Care Certificate and the national strategy of Compassion in Practice, they will ensure safe, compassionate and competent care delivery to our patients and service users at all times.
It is an expectation that all newly appointed staff that are new to care will complete the Care Certificate within the first twelve weeks of employment with the Trust, as part of their induction.
It is a requirement of United Lincolnshire Hospitals NHS Trust that all HCSWs adhere to the Code of Conduct for healthcare support workers and adult social care workers.
This job description is written under the headings of the six enduring values and behaviours that underpin the Compassion in Practice strategy the 6Cs.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Working under delegation and supervision of a registered health care practitioner, the Health Care Support Worker (HCSW) will undertake defined responsibilities appropriate to their role in the workplace setting. Complying with Trust policies, protocols, guidelines, the fifteen standards of the Care Certificate and the national strategy of Compassion in Practice, they will ensure safe, compassionate and competent care delivery to our patients and service users at all times.
It is an expectation that all newly appointed staff that are new to care will complete the Care Certificate within the first twelve weeks of employment with the Trust, as part of their induction.
It is a requirement of United Lincolnshire Hospitals NHS Trust that all HCSWs adhere to the Code of Conduct for healthcare support workers and adult social care workers.
This job description is written under the headings of the six enduring values and behaviours that underpin the Compassion in Practice strategy the 6Cs.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- oLiteracy and numeracy qualifications equivalent to Functional Skills level 1 or above (e.g. GCSE grade E or above)
Desirable
- oLiteracy and numeracy qualification equivalent to Functional Skills level 2 (e.g. GCSE grade C or above)
- oSuccessful completion of the Care Certificate oNVQ Level 2/3 in a Health Related area or equivalent experience oECDL qualification or equivalent
- oCompleted apprenticeship in relevant field of practice
Skills
Essential
- oUnderstanding the role of the Health Care Support Worker
- oAbility to manage time effectively
- oGood written and verbal communication skills
- oAbility to forge effective working relationships with both patients, their relatives and colleagues
Desirable
- Working knowledge of Health and Safety, Infection Prevention and Manual Handling
Previous Experience
Essential
- oExperience of working in a customer focused environment
- oExperience of using computer systems for data entry and retrieval
Desirable
- oECDL qualification or equivalent
Specific Requirements
Essential
- oFlexible in approach to work - must be able to undertake shift work where required
- oAbility to use own initiative
- oCommitted to on-going personal development
- oWilling to undertake further education, training and development relevant to the post
Desirable
- Previous experience of working in a health / care setting
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- oLiteracy and numeracy qualifications equivalent to Functional Skills level 1 or above (e.g. GCSE grade E or above)
Desirable
- oLiteracy and numeracy qualification equivalent to Functional Skills level 2 (e.g. GCSE grade C or above)
- oSuccessful completion of the Care Certificate oNVQ Level 2/3 in a Health Related area or equivalent experience oECDL qualification or equivalent
- oCompleted apprenticeship in relevant field of practice
Skills
Essential
- oUnderstanding the role of the Health Care Support Worker
- oAbility to manage time effectively
- oGood written and verbal communication skills
- oAbility to forge effective working relationships with both patients, their relatives and colleagues
Desirable
- Working knowledge of Health and Safety, Infection Prevention and Manual Handling
Previous Experience
Essential
- oExperience of working in a customer focused environment
- oExperience of using computer systems for data entry and retrieval
Desirable
- oECDL qualification or equivalent
Specific Requirements
Essential
- oFlexible in approach to work - must be able to undertake shift work where required
- oAbility to use own initiative
- oCommitted to on-going personal development
- oWilling to undertake further education, training and development relevant to the post
Desirable
- Previous experience of working in a health / care setting
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.
