Who we are:
NHS Ayrshire and Arran is one of 14 territorial NHS Boards within NHS Scotland.
In support of our core purpose of Working together to achieve the healthiest life possible for everyone in Ayrshire and Arran we are committed to a culture that is Caring Safe and Respectful. You will be required to work collaboratively in a safe, caring and respectful way.
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Position
An opportunity has arisen for a Bank Health Care Support Worker based at University Hospital Crosshouse
What you will do:
As Senior HCSW works as part of the multidisciplinary team carrying out a range of personal care activities, clinical care tasks and other duties as delegated by and in support of a Registered Nurse.
Support and supervision is provided by the Registered Nurse.
In partnership with the Registered Nurse the Senior HCSW will review the patient’s individual care plan and will competently perform the necessary aspects of care, within their scope of clinical practise, for the patient as per the individual care plan to ensure delivery of a high standard, recording care delivery and reporting back to the Registered Nurse.
Primarily this work will take place within a hospital setting specifically caring for vulnerable and older people but maybe within the community.
For further information on the role please click the link below to view the job description
Knowledge, training and/or experience required to do the job:
SVQ3 in Healthcare related subject and / or equivalent knowledge gained in a relevant area through experience, on the job training and/or short courses or appropriate competency to undertake role.
Skills required
Can demonstrate a range of core skills to competently undertake patient care and other tasks and activities.
Effective written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to work with people and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
For further information on the requirements for the role please click the link below to view the person specification
Hours: This is a bank post to work as and when required.
If you want to find out more about the role, please contact Workforce Solutions Team on 01563 826750.
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