Health Care Support Worker

Job summary

Ward 5 is a Gynaecology/Surgery ward based within the Planned Care Group at Prince Charles Hospital. The ward consists of twenty beds, 4 trolleys and 4 waiting room chairs. There is also a treatment room that is utilised and set up for the examination and treatment of patients in Gynaecology Assessment Unit (GAU) and ambulatory care area.

Our ideal candidate would be someone who will dedicate their time to patient care and their team, have the thirst for improvement and the drive to succeed. Gynaecology/Surgical experience is desirable but not essential due to the extensive support and guidance from the ward nursing team.

Main duties of the job

The range of assigned tasks will be carried out with the highest standard to support and enable qualified staff to provide patient care, which reflects the quality of standards and mission of the University Health Board. These will include providing basic nursing care to patients under the supervision of qualified staff.

Main duties will include:

1. providing nursing care to patients and assisting with their activities of daily living.
2. undertake baseline observations and report any abnormalities to the qualified staff member.
3. communicate effectively with patients, relatives and staff.
4. report any untoward changes in patient's conditions.
5. maintain stock levels.
6. uphold strict infection control policies and procedures.
7. maintain accurate and up to date written communications.
8. maintain training and educational needs

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 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.