Job summary As a successful candidate, you can look forward to working within a friendly and supportive environment to gain skills and competencies. As a new member of the team, you will be offered 2 weeks initial supernumerary status, an orientation day, a HCSW competency program. Main duties of the job The ability to work cohesively with all members of the ward team The ability to communicate with patients and their relatives with sensitivity and empathy Be able to work under pressure Be pro-active and take initiative To report all incidents/accidents involving patients and staff to the person in charge and to assist in any enquiries and be aware of and adhere to the incident policy To maintain confidentiality at all times. About us To contribute to maintaining a suitable environment to meet the needs of the patients To undertake housekeeping activities such as bed making, disposal linen, cleaning, tidying and re-stocking equipment, in accordance with infection control policy Re-equipping, cleaning and re-stocking of bed areas post discharge of patients To collect, clean and treat equipment as instructed. To keep equipment storage areas safe and a good order and report any damage to the nurse in charge Date posted 28 February 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 3 Salary £24,071 to £25,674 a year per anum Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time, Part-time Reference number 318-25-T0183 Job locations ward 4B GRH Gloucestershire Royal NHS Trust, Gloucester Royal Hospital Gloucester GL1 3NN Job description Job responsibilities As a HCSW working within ward 4b, the expectation is that, with adequate training, supervision and assessment, you will be able to; participate as a member of the multidisciplinary team providing the highest standard of patient care. Undertake specific delegated tasks following the appropriate training and competency level e.g patient observations and patient personal hygiene To adhere to all Trust policies and procedures To assist patients with hygiene and nutritional needs as directed by a registered nurse or dietitian To undertake clinical activities, following training and assessment, as directed by the Registered nurse To help and support team with aiding to rehabilitate patients with the activities of daily living To report any change in the condition of patients to the nurse in charge Assist registered nurse to prepare patients for transfer or discharge home including correct documentation of property Assist caring for dying patients and their relatives with the supervision of Job description Job responsibilities As a HCSW working within ward 4b, the expectation is that, with adequate training, supervision and assessment, you will be able to; participate as a member of the multidisciplinary team providing the highest standard of patient care. Undertake specific delegated tasks following the appropriate training and competency level e.g patient observations and patient personal hygiene To adhere to all Trust policies and procedures To assist patients with hygiene and nutritional needs as directed by a registered nurse or dietitian To undertake clinical activities, following training and assessment, as directed by the Registered nurse To help and support team with aiding to rehabilitate patients with the activities of daily living To report any change in the condition of patients to the nurse in charge Assist registered nurse to prepare patients for transfer or discharge home including correct documentation of property Assist caring for dying patients and their relatives with the supervision of Person Specification Experience Desirable Previous Healthcare Assistant acute NHS experience Previous experience in a relevant speciality Qualifications Essential Care certificate Desirable Previous Care experience Knoweldge, Skills, Abilities Essential Self-motivated and able to work under own initiative and prioritise workload Excellent interpersonal, organisational and team work skills Ability to learn and develop new skills and abilities Acts as a role model Demonstrates high standards of fundamental care Able to effectively and appropriately escalate concerns to reduce risk and promote patient safety Show commitment to developing competencies to include specialist skills Work with enthusiasm and genuine interest within the multidisciplinary team Contribute to good record keeping using the Trusts electronic and paper methods Qualities Essential Display a caring attitude to patients, their relatives, colleagues and themselves in a stressful environment Be both motivated, enthusiastic, and self-aware Creative and Flexible, with the ability to work. Resilient under pressure, whilst understanding own limitations Team focused Reliable, Adaptable and Dependable Other Essential Complete application form correctly Evidence of reliable work record The ability to work shift patterns which may include days, weekends and night working patterns. Person Specification Experience Desirable Previous Healthcare Assistant acute NHS experience Previous experience in a relevant speciality Qualifications Essential Care certificate Desirable Previous Care experience Knoweldge, Skills, Abilities Essential Self-motivated and able to work under own initiative and prioritise workload Excellent interpersonal, organisational and team work skills Ability to learn and develop new skills and abilities Acts as a role model Demonstrates high standards of fundamental care Able to effectively and appropriately escalate concerns to reduce risk and promote patient safety Show commitment to developing competencies to include specialist skills Work with enthusiasm and genuine interest within the multidisciplinary team Contribute to good record keeping using the Trusts electronic and paper methods Qualities Essential Display a caring attitude to patients, their relatives, colleagues and themselves in a stressful environment Be both motivated, enthusiastic, and self-aware Creative and Flexible, with the ability to work. Resilient under pressure, whilst understanding own limitations Team focused Reliable, Adaptable and Dependable Other Essential Complete application form correctly Evidence of reliable work record The ability to work shift patterns which may include days, weekends and night working patterns. 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 Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Address ward 4B GRH Gloucestershire Royal NHS Trust, Gloucester Royal Hospital Gloucester GL1 3NN Employer's website https://www.gloshospitals.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)