Job summary
An opportunity has arisen for a highly motivated and committed individual to join Ward 4 at The James Cook University Hospital. We are a 24 bedded, specialist medical ward caring for renal patients. This includes those with acute kidney injury and chronic kidney disease as well as renal transplant patients and a variety of patients with other long term health conditions.
Two positions available, one part time (30 hours) and one full time (37.5 hours).
Post holders will be appointed at band 2 or band 3 depending upon qualifications.
Band 2 requirements - willingness to undertake all relevant training and qualifications if wishing to develop into a band 3 role.
Band 3 requirements:
1. Numeracy and Literacy Level 2 or GCSE equivalent (A-C/ 4-9)
2. Care certificate
3. Level 3 vocational qualification
4. Short courses and completion of competency workbook equivalent to Level 3 in a range of patient and clinical care duties
5. Equivalent knowledge and experience in a range of clinical care duties equivalent to Level 3
- Theoretical knowledge
- Experience of a range of care and related procedures
- Clinical observations
- Knowledge of relevant legislation
There is a clear framework to allow for postholders to develop from a band 2 to band 3 and this includes completion of the qualifications.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will:
1. Respect and acknowledge professional skills and boundaries, taking opportunities to develop personal knowledge base to contribute to effective teamwork.
2. Actively participate in care provision as part of the MDT and work with other stakeholders to assist patients/service users to regain their health and independence.
3. Provide assistance with all aspects of personal hygiene and continence needs that the patient/service user may require.
4. Deliver clinical and/or therapeutic interventions and undertake observations, or health promotional activities as delegated and directed by the registered professional, as appropriate to the level of competency of the post holder.
5. Report patients progress, status, changes or concerns to the registered professional / senior member of the team accordingly.
6. Keep accurate and timely records of care, updating electronic or paper-based systems accordingly.
7. Liaise with patients/service users, family, carers, colleagues and other professionals to ensure integrated quality care is provided.
8. Act as an advocate for the patient, respecting patients wishes, dignity and beliefs.
About us
South Tees Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust offers leadership and improvement training to all new staff. This training programme has been designed to support our staff in developing their understanding of leadership and management skills. You will be expected to attend the following training sessions:
* Your Leadership Impact
* Service Improvement for Beginners
After you complete these one and a half days of training, you will be able to explore further leadership and improvement training opportunities. We also offer a range of additional in-house courses and bitesize programmes through our Leadership and Improvement Team.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see the full job description and person specification document(s) for main responsibilities of the role.
Person Specification
Knowledge and Skills (Both)
Essential
* Insight into behaviours and skills of a carer and the need for effective team work.
* Awareness of GDPR and the need for confidentiality
Desirable
* Familiarity with current NHS and social care policies.
* Working knowledge of STHFT policies and procedures.
Qualifications (B3)
Essential
* Numeracy and Literacy Level 2
* Care certificate
* Level 3 vocational qualification or Short courses and completion of competency workbook equivalent to Level 3 in a range of patient and clinical care duties and/or Equivalent knowledge and experience in a range of clinical care duties equivalent to Level 3
Experience (B3)
Essential
* Experience of working in health or social care.
* Experience of undertaking and recording clinical observations and escalation of changes or findings.
Desirable
* Experience of working in an NHS care role.
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.
Employer details
Employer name
South Tees Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address
The James Cook University Hospital
Marton Road
Middlesbrough
TS4 3BW
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