Job summary
Working as a HCSW on the endocrine ward you will be assisting patients with all activities of daily living including washing, dressing, feeding, toileting and pressure area care. You will be working under the direction of a registered nurse and the wider Multi Disciplinary Team.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will be required to implement packages of care devised by registered Nurses/Therapists involving direct and non-direct care for the benefit of the patient on an individual or group setting. Duties include:
- Provide basic nursing care to patients
- Undertake routine clinical tasks, for example - dressings, catheter care, removal of cannula's
- Take, record and report basic physiological investigations
- Support patients and relatives through stressful situations includingcare of the terminally ill patient, emergency, resuscitation, dealing with consequences of illness.
- Be familiar with the online Welsh Clinical nursing documentation, including repositioning records
Welsh Skills Desirable: This post is advertised as Welsh Desirable. This doesn't mean essential; whilst the candidate doesn't need to have skills in Welsh, we'll consider it an advantage when short-listing and selecting candidates. This isn't 'fluency', just Speaking & Listening skills at Level 3 (equivalent to CEFR B2) or above. Level 3 means basic conversations with patients about their everyday health.
About us
Cwm Taf Morgannwg (CTM) University Health Board, part of NHS Wales, serves a large population across a diverse and beautiful region, steeped in history and heritage. With nearly 13,500 staff, our health board is one of Wales's largest employers.
Together, we are Team CTM; a workforce dedicated to offering excellent patient care and support to the 450,000 people across our three regions, Bridgend, Merthyr Tydfil, and Rhondda Cynon Taf. We operate three District General hospitals, several community hospitals, primary and community care facilities.
CTM's location offers the best of South Wales, just 20 minutes from Cardiff's vibrant city life, the natural beauty of the Brecon Beacons, and the serene coastline at Ogmore. Whether you enjoy lively urban amenities, peaceful countryside, or seaside escapes, our location makes an ideal setting for both work and personal life.
Our CTM 2030 Strategy--Our Health, Our Future--focuses on uniting our region around shared health and wellbeing goals. Our values guide us daily:
o We listen, learn, and improve
o We treat everyone with respect
o We work together as one team
CTM employees enjoy benefits including; a leading pension, generous leave, flexible work, career growth, and access to ongoing learning and development.
At CTM, you'll find a welcoming, team-oriented workplace that values diversity and compassion, where you can take pride in your work and the difference it makes.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac
The post holder will be required to implement packages of care devised by qualified Nurses/Therapists involving direct and non-direct care for the benefit of the patient on an individual or group setting.
Provide basic nursing care to patients
Undertake routine clinical tasks-dressings, catheter care, removal of cannulae for example
Take, record and report basic physiological investigations
Support patients and relatives through stressful situations including care of the terminally ill patient, emergency, resuscitation, dealing with consequences of illness.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac
The post holder will be required to implement packages of care devised by qualified Nurses/Therapists involving direct and non-direct care for the benefit of the patient on an individual or group setting.
Provide basic nursing care to patients
Undertake routine clinical tasks-dressings, catheter care, removal of cannulae for example
Take, record and report basic physiological investigations
Support patients and relatives through stressful situations including care of the terminally ill patient, emergency, resuscitation, dealing with consequences of illness.
Person Specification
Education
Essential
- Good level of general education
Desirable
- GCSEs or similar qualifications
- Possess or working towards NVQ Level II Award.
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working as part of a team.
Desirable
- Previous experience in working in a caring setting
Skills
Essential
- Good communication skills - verbal and written.
- Ability to keep calm in stressful situations.
Desirable
- Welsh language speaking/listening skills at Level 3 or above
Knowledge
Essential
- Have an understanding of the requirements of the role
Desirable
- Previous hospital experience.
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Ability to work well as part of a team.
- Have a caring, kind and sympathetic attitude.
- Ability to prioritise competing demands on time.
Circumstances e.g. Mobility/Availability-special attendance requirements
Essential
- Flexibility to meet service needs.
- Amenable to change as required.
Physical Requirements and attributes
Essential
- Ability to assist with the safe handling of patients
Person Specification
Education
Essential
- Good level of general education
Desirable
- GCSEs or similar qualifications
- Possess or working towards NVQ Level II Award.
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working as part of a team.
Desirable
- Previous experience in working in a caring setting
Skills
Essential
- Good communication skills - verbal and written.
- Ability to keep calm in stressful situations.
Desirable
- Welsh language speaking/listening skills at Level 3 or above
Knowledge
Essential
- Have an understanding of the requirements of the role
Desirable
- Previous hospital experience.
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Ability to work well as part of a team.
- Have a caring, kind and sympathetic attitude.
- Ability to prioritise competing demands on time.
Circumstances e.g. Mobility/Availability-special attendance requirements
Essential
- Flexibility to meet service needs.
- Amenable to change as required.
Physical Requirements and attributes
Essential
- Ability to assist with the safe handling of patients
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).
Employer details
Employer name
Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board
Address
Ward 11 - Prince Charles Hospital, Gurnos Road,
Merthyr Tydfil
CF47 9DT
Employer's website
https://joinctm.wales/ (Opens in a new tab)
