The main objectives of this post are: Assisting in the care of patients undergoing insertion of an indwelling vascular device by the Vascular Access Team. Portering and transferring patients between wards and the departments if necessary to help with flow of the list. Supporting the Vascular Access Practitioner in providing a safe, high quality environment for the carrying out of procedures by the patients bedside by: Assisting in the preparation of the unit /work area Assisting in the preparation of the scrub and circulating team. Assisting the Practitioner during a line insertion Assisting in the general upkeep and maintenance of stock levels. Assisting the practitioner in the preparation of the bed area, moving furniture to make space, cleaning the table, and replacing it all following the line insertion. Providing a safe departmental environment which minimizes the risk of infection. Support of administrative tasks. Work as part of a designated clinical and care team delivering care that focuses on the direct needs of the individual Assist patients with personal hygiene, toileting and use of continence aids Be aware of the patients needs emotional, social, physical, and cultural. Respect privacy, dignity and beliefs. Acts in a way that supports equality and diversity values. Work as part of the team in a co-operative, professional and constructive manner. Maintain confidentiality at all times Report any information regarding the wellbeing of the patients to the Registered Health Care Professional in a timely manner. Manage and organise time and activities to support and meet the needs of individuals To undertake a range of clinical competencies, for example vascular access dressing changes as requested by the Registered Health Care Professional and have competencies checked annually by a Registered Healthcare Professional. At the request of the Registered Health Care Professional, perform and record physiological measurements within the remit of the SHCA role and report accurately to the Registered Health Care Professional, the assessment undertaken, on patients To assist in blood collection. Assist the Registered Health Care Professional in maintaining a clean environment Provide and receive sensitive information concerning a patients medical condition Act in accordance with all organisational policies and procedures and within expected values and behaviours Demonstrate good understanding of principles of consent and ensure valid consent is obtained prior to undertaking nursing and care procedures Demonstrate good understanding of the Mental Capacity Act / Deprivation of Liberties and applies principles to everyday practice seeking advice / guidance from the registered healthcare professional as required Promote health and safety maintaining best practice in health, safety and security Share ideas with colleagues to improve care and suggest areas for innovation Participate in audit activities being undertaken in area of practice Contribute to the improvement of service by reflecting on own practice and supporting that of others Adhere to legislation, policies, procedures and guidelines both local and national Regularly attend workplace and staff engagement meetings and contribute positively to discussions about the improvement of care