Crynodeb o'r swydd
- Prif leoliad
- Senior Health Care Support Worker (SHCSW)
- Gradd
- NHS AfC: Band 3
- Contract
- Parhaol
- Oriau
- Llawnamser
- Rhan-amser
- Cyfeirnod y swydd
- 216-CB-S6412916-A
- Cyflogwr
- University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust
- Math o gyflogwr
- NHS
- Gwefan
- Erme Ward, Derriford Hospital Level 4
- Tref
- Plymouth
- Cyflog
- £24,071 - £25,674 Per Annum
- Cyfnod cyflog
- Yn flynyddol
- Yn cau
- 28/08/2024 23:59
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Senior Health Care Support Worker (SHCSW)
NHS AfC: Band 3
Trosolwg o'r swydd
An exciting, opportunity has arisen within Erme Ward for a Band 3 Senior Health Care Support Worker.
Erme Ward is a 30-bedded neurosurgical ward and forms the Southwest Neurosurgical Centre. We have a recognised Level 1 area within the ward, caring for acutely unwell patients, those stepping down from Neuro ICU and patients who have had prolonged or complex surgery. The ward is staffed by an experienced and dedicated team of nurses, health care assistants and allied health professionals, caring for a range of emergency and elective patients undergoing a variety of neurosurgical procedures.
You should possess good communication and interpersonal skills as well as the ability to work in a calm and methodical manner. Our experienced team provides a friendly supportive and progressive environment with a strong commitment to continual education with excellent opportunities for personal and professional development.
If you would like any further information, please contact Rachael Porter or Yordan Sinapov Ward managers via 01752 433647 or [email protected]
***Preference will be given to internal Trust staff, as well as ‘Priority’ and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon who are able to display recent relevant experience as dictated by the Person Specification.***
Prif ddyletswyddau'r swydd
A Senior Health Care Support Worker (SHCSW) is part of the multidisciplinary team delivering direct care to patients and supporting Registered Practitioners to deliver high quality, compassionate health care to people in accordance with assessed needs and a care plan.
You will carry out a range of clinical and non-clinical healthcare, or therapeutic tasks, under the direct or indirect supervision of the Registered Practitioner, in accordance with the Trust values.
There will be opportunities to develop your knowledge and skills, specific to your needs. Training will be provided to ensure you have the required core skills for a Band 3 HCSW in your area of work. You will also be supported to obtain a Care Certificate if not already achieved
Gweithio i'n sefydliad
We are a people business – where every member of staff matters and can make a difference. Patients are at the heart of everything we do. Joining University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust means becoming part of a team of dedicated staff, who are committed to leading the way through innovation, clinical excellence and great customer care. The Trust has great opportunities for career development in a highly progressive working environment. We offer all of this in a vibrant, modern city with a historic reputation for adventure. PLEASE NOTE THAT ALL COMMUNICATION WILL BE ELECTRONIC, PLEASE CHECK YOUR EMAIL ACCOUNT REGULARLY. If you have any issues with applying online and need additional support including reasonable adjustments with the application process please contact the recruitment team on 01752 432100. We recognise that work life balance is important for our colleagues and so we invite requests from applicants around less than full time/flexible working for our advertised roles. Please contact the recruiting manager to discuss this prior to your application submission. We commit to giving this full consideration in each case. We encourage people from diverse backgrounds to apply for our roles, as diversity strengthens our teams. It is sometimes necessary to close vacancies before the closing date. If you have not heard from us within 4 weeks of the closing date, please assume that you have not been shortlisted.
Swydd ddisgrifiad a phrif gyfrifoldebau manwl
1. Obtain consent prior to giving care in accordance with Trust policies.
2. Competently undertake delegated duties in line with patient care plans.
3. Ability to use your knowledge and experience to undertake non-routine duties and an understanding to take decisions within your area of responsibility.
4. To carry out a range of (limited) clinical duties with minimal / no supervision, including for example, blood pressure monitoring, oxygen saturation levels, body temperature, pulse rate and respiration rate, glucose monitoring, collection and testing of urine samples / faecal samples / sputum samples and wound swabs ensuring delivery of high-quality patient care at all times. NB: this list is not exhaustive and will vary depending on area of work.
5. Participate in patient assessment providing high quality holistic patient care and escalating concerns about patients to other clinical staff.
6. Practice safe standards of care to patients following Trust guidelines and policies and be able to concentrate for periods throughout the day with occasional interruptions.
7. Provide clinical care in accordance with the infection prevention and health and safety policies and procedures.
8. Maintain the work environment in line with Trust infection control and patient safety policies.
9. Utilising skills to actively facilitate self-care and independence with patients.
10. Promote health education specific to the clinical area and in line with national and local policies.
11. maintain effective record keeping and communication with patients, relatives, and members of the Multidisciplinary team regarding all aspects of care demonstrating a range of appropriate communication skills, where there may be barriers to understanding.
12. Ensuring equipment and stores are well maintained, taking appropriate action if the equipment is faulty. This may include ordering supplies.
13. Work effectively as part of a team.
14. The SHCSW is responsible for inputting information into the electronic patient record where applicable and also into patients written records. Comply with all relevant legislation and local policies regarding confidentiality and access to medical records.
Manyleb y person
Qualifications
Meini prawf hanfodol
- • One of the following o Level 3 (SCQF – 6): - City and Guilds 3 o NVQ 3 o BTEC National Diploma o Demonstrable experience equivalent to the above qualifications
- • Level 2 Functional skills in English and Maths, or equivalent
- • Completion of Level 3 Diploma in Healthcare Support (that maps to the Apprenticeship Standard for Senior Health Care Support Worker)
- • Equivalent demonstrable experience
Knowledge & Experience
Meini prawf hanfodol
- • Demonstrable experience of providing care in a healthcare or social setting
- • Be able to work as a member of a team
- • Demonstrable experience of time management and prioritising work
Aptitude & Abilities
Meini prawf hanfodol
- • Effective and appropriate communication skills both written and verbal
- • Able to complete appropriate documentation accurately
- • Demonstrate an awareness of healthcare work and policies and procedures
Gofynion ymgeisio
Mae'r swydd hon yn ddarostyngedig i Orchymyn Deddf Adsefydlu Troseddwyr 1974 (Eithriadau) 1975 (Diwygio) (Cymru a Lloegr) 2020 a bydd angen cyflwyno Datgeliad i'r Gwasanaeth Datgelu a Gwahardd.
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Rhagor o fanylion / cyswllt ar gyfer ymweliadau anffurfiol
- Enw
- Rachael Porter
- Teitl y swydd
- Ward Manager
- Cyfeiriad ebost
- [email protected]
- Rhif ffôn
- 01752 436447
Rhestr swyddi gyda University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust yn Nyrsio a bydwreigiaeth neu bob sector