Job summary
Clinical Support Worker
Bank
Band 2
Pay Scale £13.54 - £21.66 per hour depending on shift
**PLEASE NOTE YOU MUST HAVE A MINIMUM OF AT LEAST 6 MONTHS HOSPITAL EXPERIENCE IN THE PREVIOUS 2 YEARS**
We are recruiting for a number of Bank Clinical Support Workers who share our ambition and vision to deliver the Best of Care by the Best People and have the drive to take us forward, by ensuring that the Trust continues to be the first choice for patients and our staff.
The successful post holders will be expected to provide support and assistance to professionals in the implementation of care plans for individual patients.
As a Clinical Support Worker, you will ensure patients receive a high quality of clinical care and a good patient experience. We have a management team that is both innovative and proactive in ensuring that high quality care is delivered to our patients.
Main duties of the job
1. Undertake a range of delegated duties to deliver agreed plans of care.
2. Provide excellent customer care skills to ensure patients come first.
3. Ensure patients receive high quality care and a good patient experience, having regard for their customs, religious beliefs and doctrines.
4. Recognise and avoid situations that may be detrimental to the health and well-being of the individuals.
5. Act as an advocate for patients within the ward/department, to ensure a patient-oriented approach to the delivery of care.
6. Provide support and assistance to professionals in the implementation of plans of care for individual patients.
7. Assist with fluid and dietary needs of patients including completion of menu cards and recording intake and output of fluids and solids.
8. Collect specimens from patients and record routine observations of weight, blood pressure, temperature, pulse, and respiratory rate. Report abnormalities and concerns to a Registered Nurse.
9. Recognise when patients are in pain and discomfort and report to the nurse in charge.
10. Provide reassurance and support to patients, carers, and family.
11. Ensure own actions help to maintain quality.
12. Respond to patient requests for non-clinical information to improve communication.
13. Establish and maintain communication with people on routine and operational matters.
14. Act in a manner that promotes positive working relationships and maintains the professional image of the Trust.
15. Understand and adhere to all Trust policies, guidelines, and procedures, particularly Health and Safety, Fire Safety, Waste Management, and Resuscitation policies to maintain a safe working environment for patients and staff.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
* Evidence of a general education e.g. GCSE's or equivalent
* NVQ II in Healthcare / QCF Diploma in Health Level 2 or equivalent qualification in the area of specialty (e.g. Operating Theatre Practice for posts in theatre) or an equivalent level of working experience within a similar role
Knowledge
Essential
* Knowledge and experience of taking clinical observations
* Knowledge of hospital systems
* Knowledge of Manual handling of patients, using lifting aids
Experience
Essential
* Some experience of working as a healthcare assistant in a hospital or registered care setting
* Customer care experience
* Commitment to working in partnership with patients/carers
* Care experience within the last 3 years
Value Based Question
Essential
* Give an example of a time where you have demonstrated a 'can do' attitude (including the situation you were in) and the outcome
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.
Certificate of Sponsorship
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.
Employer details
Employer name
Medway NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Medway NHS Foundation Trust
Windmill Road
Gillingham
ME7 5NY
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