Job summary
An exciting new opportunity has arisen for a Clinical support worker in Specialist Palliative Care.
The post holder will work under the direction of the Registered Nurse, work with all members of the multidisciplinary team, to contribute to the provision of the highest standards of patient care.To support the delivery of a high quality, safe and compassionate healthcare service, all staff are expected to act as a role model to others in all aspects of their work and consistently demonstrate NCH&C's Values and Behaviour Framework.This job description is to be read in conjunction with the core skills list for this particular role.
Main duties of the job
Under the direction of the Registered Nurse, work with all members of the multidisciplinary team, to contribute to the provision of the highest standards of patient care.To support the delivery of a high quality, safe and compassionate healthcare service, all staff are expected to act as a role model to others in all aspects of their work and consistently demonstrate NCH&C's Values and Behaviour Framework.This job description is to be read in conjunction with the core skills list for this particular role.
About us
Apply now to join an organisation that has been awarded an Outstanding rating by the Care Quality Commission (CQC), the highest possible rating and the first stand-alone NHS community trust in the country to be awarded the title.
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Job description
Job responsibilities
Main Duties & Responsibilities1. To accurately and promptly carry out the instructions of the Registered Nurse (RN) who is professionally accountable for the delivery of care.2. To carry out duties as specified within the trusts Approved Core Task List (page 5) for Clinical Support Worker (working within assessed competence)3. To report to registered staff any patient that gives cause for concern or any observed changes in a patients clinical condition.4. To support patients emotional well-being by supporting positive conversations, actively encouraging participation in ward-based activities5.6. To accurately document all care delivered to patients, including recording documentation electronically on trust systems maintaining confidentiality at all times.7. To respond appropriately to clinical emergencies to ensure the patient receives appropriate care. Be aware of role in emergency situations and what actions should be undertaken.8. To be aware of and adhere to all trust policies / procedures / nursing guidelines when undertaking any activities.9. To make patients welcome to the clinical area and participate in the admission process under the supervision of registered staff.10. Provide and deliver a high standard of individualised personal nursing care.11. To keep the clinical area clean and tidy maintaining a safe environment12. To adhere to trust infection control procedures.13. To assist in the preparation of patients and equipment for treatment, investigations or procedures as directed by a RN.14. To chaperone/escort patients to other clinical departments and or NHS Units under the direction of the RN.15. To support relatives under the guidance of a RN.16. To assist with the discharge process for patients directed by RN and or member of Multidisciplinary Team (MDT)
Please read the detailed Job description and Person specification document attached to this advert for more information.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Main Duties & Responsibilities1. To accurately and promptly carry out the instructions of the Registered Nurse (RN) who is professionally accountable for the delivery of care.2. To carry out duties as specified within the trusts Approved Core Task List (page 5) for Clinical Support Worker (working within assessed competence)3. To report to registered staff any patient that gives cause for concern or any observed changes in a patients clinical condition.4. To support patients emotional well-being by supporting positive conversations, actively encouraging participation in ward-based activities5.6. To accurately document all care delivered to patients, including recording documentation electronically on trust systems maintaining confidentiality at all times.7. To respond appropriately to clinical emergencies to ensure the patient receives appropriate care. Be aware of role in emergency situations and what actions should be undertaken.8. To be aware of and adhere to all trust policies / procedures / nursing guidelines when undertaking any activities.9. To make patients welcome to the clinical area and participate in the admission process under the supervision of registered staff.10. Provide and deliver a high standard of individualised personal nursing care.11. To keep the clinical area clean and tidy maintaining a safe environment12. To adhere to trust infection control procedures.13. To assist in the preparation of patients and equipment for treatment, investigations or procedures as directed by a RN.14. To chaperone/escort patients to other clinical departments and or NHS Units under the direction of the RN.15. To support relatives under the guidance of a RN.16. To assist with the discharge process for patients directed by RN and or member of Multidisciplinary Team (MDT)
Please read the detailed Job description and Person specification document attached to this advert for more information.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Education to GCSE level Grade C in English and Mathematics or equivalent
- Care Certificate and or equivalent health care experience
Desirable
- City and Guilds NVQ Level 3 in Care/Health and Social Care
Other
Essential
- Able to make own travelling arrangements
- Ability to work 12.5 hour shift day/night patterns
- May be required to work in other community hospital's within our trust in order to meet the needs of the service
Experience
Essential
- Some previous experience in a nursing/Care Assistant role
Communication
Essential
- Clear oral communication
- Basic computer skills
Personal and People Development
Essential
- Polite/courteous
- Caring personality
- Sensitive and tolerant
- Resilient
Personal Attributes / Behaviours (linked to the Trust's Behaviour Framework)
Essential
- Good interpersonal skills
- Responds positively to change
- Flexible
- Ability to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team
- Social skills
Skills, abilities and knowledge
Essential
- Good interpersonal and communication skills
- Good organisational skills
- Basic I.T. and computer skills
- Good numeracy and literacy skills
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Education to GCSE level Grade C in English and Mathematics or equivalent
- Care Certificate and or equivalent health care experience
Desirable
- City and Guilds NVQ Level 3 in Care/Health and Social Care
Other
Essential
- Able to make own travelling arrangements
- Ability to work 12.5 hour shift day/night patterns
- May be required to work in other community hospital's within our trust in order to meet the needs of the service
Experience
Essential
- Some previous experience in a nursing/Care Assistant role
Communication
Essential
- Clear oral communication
- Basic computer skills
Personal and People Development
Essential
- Polite/courteous
- Caring personality
- Sensitive and tolerant
- Resilient
Personal Attributes / Behaviours (linked to the Trust's Behaviour Framework)
Essential
- Good interpersonal skills
- Responds positively to change
- Flexible
- Ability to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team
- Social skills
Skills, abilities and knowledge
Essential
- Good interpersonal and communication skills
- Good organisational skills
- Basic I.T. and computer skills
- Good numeracy and literacy skills
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).