Job summary
Post holders will support registered nursing staff and other health care professionals in the delivery of nursing care to patients at a level determined by training, competence and experience. They will also assist in the maintenance of the care environment and perform housekeeping, clerical, ancillary and portering roles as requested.
NB Postholder should only undertake duties for which training has been received and where relevant, competency based assessment successfully completed. Postholder must make nurses and others aware of any limitations to competence.
Main duties of the job
- Assist in the provision of patient care in accordance with the care plan prescribed by registered nurses. Examples of duties include delivery of hygiene, nutrition and hydration, continence care, pressure area care, mobility, rehabilitation and psychological support.
- Assist in the taking of patient's observations as appropriate to the level of knowledge skills and competence achieved. Record these in accordance with trust and local policies.
- Assist healthcare professional with treatment and carry out additional care roles under supervision and as determined by the levels of competence achieved.
- Report changes to patient's condition or health status to registered nurses
- Assist in care and support of visitors
About us
Respect, Compassion, Professionalism & Teamwork are these values important to you in a team?
Are you professional and flexible with commitment to providing high quality patient care? Do you have excellent communication skills? Are you motivated and enthusiastic?
If so why don't you consider joining our friendly and supportive team which works together to provide the highest standards along with best patient experience/journey possible
We have an exciting opportunity for Band 2 Clinical Support Worker on Surgical Ambulatory Care Unit (SACU).
SACU is an assessment area that takes direct referrals from ED, Urgent Care Centre, GP and West Midlands Ambulance Services. We are open 24/7 and nurse a wide variety of patients from general surgery, colorectal, trauma and orthopedics, urology, ENT and emergency day case patients
SACU is looking for a Clinical Support Worker who is ready to develop their hands on skills and clinical skills in a very busy environment.
SACU will also give you the opportunity to expand with lots of training opportunities.
You will need to have the ability to demonstrate the knowledge and skills to work using your own initiative, as well as working effectively within our multi-disciplinary team.
We are passionate about improvement and nursing education is important to us.
Job description
Job responsibilities
CLINICAL RESPONSIBILITIES
- Assist in the provision of patient care in accordance with the care plan prescribed by registered nurses. Examples of duties include delivery of hygiene, nutrition and hydration, continence care, pressure area care, mobility, rehabilitation and psychological support.
- Assist in the taking of patients observations as appropriate to the level of knowledge skills and competence achieved. Record these in accordance with trust and local policies.
- Assist healthcare professional with treatment and carry out additional care roles under supervision and as determined by the levels of competence achieved.
NON CLINICAL REPOSNSIBILITIES
- Perform general clerical activities to support the area. These duties will include answering the telephone taking and passing on of messages to the relevant person, filing, keeping patients records tidy etc
For detailed Job Description please refer to the JD attached.
Job description
Job responsibilities
CLINICAL RESPONSIBILITIES
- Assist in the provision of patient care in accordance with the care plan prescribed by registered nurses. Examples of duties include delivery of hygiene, nutrition and hydration, continence care, pressure area care, mobility, rehabilitation and psychological support.
- Assist in the taking of patients observations as appropriate to the level of knowledge skills and competence achieved. Record these in accordance with trust and local policies.
- Assist healthcare professional with treatment and carry out additional care roles under supervision and as determined by the levels of competence achieved.
NON CLINICAL REPOSNSIBILITIES
- Perform general clerical activities to support the area. These duties will include answering the telephone taking and passing on of messages to the relevant person, filing, keeping patients records tidy etc
For detailed Job Description please refer to the JD attached.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- NVQ level II in healthcare essential
Experience
Essential
- At least 6 months experience in the care of patients in an acute hospital ward setting
Skills
Essential
- Good written and verbal communication skills
- Able to work as part of a team
- Caring attitude and experience in care
Desirable
- Willingness to undertake competency based training relevant to the role
- Willingness to carry out additional roles after training
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- NVQ level II in healthcare essential
Experience
Essential
- At least 6 months experience in the care of patients in an acute hospital ward setting
Skills
Essential
- Good written and verbal communication skills
- Able to work as part of a team
- Caring attitude and experience in care
Desirable
- Willingness to undertake competency based training relevant to the role
- Willingness to carry out additional roles after training
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).
