Job summary
To work as part of the ward or department team in providing compassionate care to patients, service users, carers and families. This is a pivotal role that is essential in providing care and support to patients and service users through direct and indirect care, working within clearly defined limits and attainment of agreed competence. Act as a role model at all times, reflecting the trust values and behaviours and delivering high standards of care. Be self-aware and open to receive and learn from feedback. Act as an advocate on behalf of patients and service users, recognizing, respecting and responding to the diverse needs of our population.
This position is not currently eligible for a certificate of sponsorship in line with Home Office guidance as it does not appear on the skilled worker visa occupation list.
If you currently hold a different type of visa allowing you to work in the UK we would welcome an application from you. If your visa expires or there is a change in status during your employment, the Trust will be required to review your employment which may result in the termination of your employment to comply with the relevant immigration legislation
Main duties of the job
At all times treat patients, service users, families, visitors and colleagues with dignity and respect to deliver compassionate care, exercising discretion and behaving in a manner consistent with Airedale NHS Foundation Trust Right Care Values.
To maintain confidentiality in all aspects of work and work within the Healthcare Support Worker Code of Conduct.
Work in a collaborative and co-operative manner with other members of the care team to meet the holistic needs of patients and carers.
To establish and maintain effective communication and relationships with the multi-disciplinary team, respecting the equality and diversity of each and every person he/she/they comes into contact within the course of his/her/their business.
Uphold the privacy and dignity of patients at all times.
Work in line with Trust policies and procedures and within scope of competence, undertaking mandatory training and essential skills training as identified for the role.
Contribute to the development of the clinical area, through contribution of new ideas to improve patient care/experience and by escalating concerns appropriately.
About us
We are delighted to offer a wide range of benefits to employees including:
- Cycle to Work
- Travel Scheme
- Childcare Vouchers with Salary Sacrifice
- Onsite Nursery
- Buying and Selling Annual Leave
- Car Leasing
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Employee Health and Wellbeing
- Extensive Reward Scheme
- Counselling Service
- Financial packages including Vivup and Wagestream
- Staff Networks, Enable, Rainbow, Gender, Race Equality Ecoaware & Admin Network.
Our values:
We understand that it's down to the hard work, effort and dedication of our staff that makes a difference for our patients. Our people really do make our Airedale experience - we take pride in fostering a friendly, effective and caring work environment. Our values are part of our DNA, which are:
- Committed to Quality of Care
- Compassion
- Working together for patients
- Improving Lives
- Everyone Counts
- Respect and Dignity
Got questions before you apply, please contact the recruiting manager to find out more.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Prepares the Lab on a morning ready for the day ahead
Takes phone call messages
Collects from SSD Trays, gowns sterile instruments, sterile labels and bowls
Takes used SSD products back to sterile services
Makes label packs ready to go to sterile services
Maintains and monitors SSD stock according to forthcoming lists
Prepares equipment bags for the day after lists; pacemakers, box change etc.
Monitor top up stock and report back to Sister
Monitor stock levels re non stock items and report back to Sister
Puts stock away
Acts as a dirty nurse for the scrub nurse i.e. opens and tips sterile items onto the sterile field
Acts as the circulatory nurse during every clinical list [ works 3 days a week ]
Brings the patient into the Lab, prepares the patient, and takes their dressing gown and slippers in to recovery.
Positions the patient
Talks to the patient and reassures while Dr is getting into the circulation re Coronary Angiograms
Positions the trolley for the patient either in the Lab or in recovery dependent on the procedure carried out
Turns the room around for every patient
Cleans our 2 trolleys every week
Cleans all lead aprons, thyroid shields and belts every week
Photocopies leaflets, referrals, checklists and other documentation
Bags and takes away clinical waste
Ensures sharp bins are emptied and replaced as necessary [and filled in]
Ensures clean wipe tubs are topped up and labelled
Clears and cleans the room at the end of the day
Stocks up the labs equipment ready for the next days list
Orders and monitors Linen stock and puts away deliveries
Sent for errands for Drs, Collections of notes etc.
Collects patients from the day ward when Porters are unavailable
Takes patients back with the ward nurse following the procedure when porters are unavailable
Keeps up to date with training relevant to her post
Keeps up to date with mandatory training
Fills in theatre man
Liaise with ward WD1 and porters regarding the daily list
Job description
Job responsibilities
Prepares the Lab on a morning ready for the day ahead
Takes phone call messages
Collects from SSD Trays, gowns sterile instruments, sterile labels and bowls
Takes used SSD products back to sterile services
Makes label packs ready to go to sterile services
Maintains and monitors SSD stock according to forthcoming lists
Prepares equipment bags for the day after lists; pacemakers, box change etc.
Monitor top up stock and report back to Sister
Monitor stock levels re non stock items and report back to Sister
Puts stock away
Acts as a dirty nurse for the scrub nurse i.e. opens and tips sterile items onto the sterile field
Acts as the circulatory nurse during every clinical list [ works 3 days a week ]
Brings the patient into the Lab, prepares the patient, and takes their dressing gown and slippers in to recovery.
Positions the patient
Talks to the patient and reassures while Dr is getting into the circulation re Coronary Angiograms
Positions the trolley for the patient either in the Lab or in recovery dependent on the procedure carried out
Turns the room around for every patient
Cleans our 2 trolleys every week
Cleans all lead aprons, thyroid shields and belts every week
Photocopies leaflets, referrals, checklists and other documentation
Bags and takes away clinical waste
Ensures sharp bins are emptied and replaced as necessary [and filled in]
Ensures clean wipe tubs are topped up and labelled
Clears and cleans the room at the end of the day
Stocks up the labs equipment ready for the next days list
Orders and monitors Linen stock and puts away deliveries
Sent for errands for Drs, Collections of notes etc.
Collects patients from the day ward when Porters are unavailable
Takes patients back with the ward nurse following the procedure when porters are unavailable
Keeps up to date with training relevant to her post
Keeps up to date with mandatory training
Fills in theatre man
Liaise with ward WD1 and porters regarding the daily list
Person Specification
Skills
Essential
- Good written and verbal communication skills in English
- Commitment to high quality care
Desirable
Qualifications
Desirable
- NVQ in Health and Social Care
Knowlegde
Essential
- Previous relevant experience as a Health care Support Worker
- Understanding of the role of the support worker within a multidisciplinary team
- Ability to carry out assigned tasks effectively in a busy environment
Desirable
Experience
Desirable
- Experience in a Hospital Setting
- Experience in a care setting
Person Specification
Skills
Essential
- Good written and verbal communication skills in English
- Commitment to high quality care
Desirable
Qualifications
Desirable
- NVQ in Health and Social Care
Knowlegde
Essential
- Previous relevant experience as a Health care Support Worker
- Understanding of the role of the support worker within a multidisciplinary team
- Ability to carry out assigned tasks effectively in a busy environment
Desirable
Experience
Desirable
- Experience in a Hospital Setting
- Experience in a 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.
