An exciting opportunity to work on our award winning Stroke Unit. Ward C8 is looking for hardworking, experienced care staff that want to work with our patients to get them well, and get them home, in a safe, Multi-disciplinary caring environment.
Main duties of the job
The Clinical Support Worker will work together with members of the Nursing team and contribute to the implementation of a high standard and individualised patient care under the direction of a registered nurse.
The post holder will be required to communicate effectively with other members of the health care team, patients and relatives and must be able to recognise and report to the appropriate person any changes in the patient's condition which may require the intervention of others.
About us
At the Dudley Group our patients and staff are at the heart of all that we do and that is to provide a world class service that aligns with our vision of "excellent health care, improved health for all". We are seeking to recruit staff who share our vision and values of making Dudley Group an incredible workplace.
As part of the NHS People Promise, your wellbeing is our priority, and we are committed to ensuring our employees achieve a healthy work-life balance supported by our flexible working options and by making reasonable adjustments where possible. We believe no-one should have to sacrifice family, friends, or their personal interests for work. We are a modern employer able to attract and retain high quality staff through our commitment to the NHS People Promise.
As an employer, we foster an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued, supported, and empowered to contribute their best. We want to ensure that our workforce is representative of the population we serve.
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the attached job description for full details of the main duties and responsibilities that the post holder is required to undertake.
Person Specification
Qualifications
* English and Maths Qualifications at one of the following academic levels/grades: O Level - Grade A to C, CSE Grade 1 only, GCSE Grade A to C, GCSE Grade 9 to 4, Functional skills Level 2
* NVQ Level 2 in Health Care
* Care Certificate
Knowledge & Experience
* Commitment to undertaking in house training
* Previous care experience within a care setting
* Demonstrates interest in caring for older people and patients within all clinical specialities
* Demonstrates knowledge of duties required as a Clinical Support Worker role
Communication and Relationship Skills
* Good organisational skills
* Experience of customer care/dealing with the public
* Understanding of confidentiality
Equality, Diversity, Inclusion and Trust Values
* Able to provide safe, caring and effective services
* Values and behaviours that reflect the Trust values of Care, Respect and Responsibility
* Commitment to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace that is free from discrimination and where people feel they belong and their contribution is valued
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.
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