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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 Healthcare Support Worker at University Hospital Crosshouse.
What you will do:
NHS Ayrshire & Arran Orthopaedic Trauma Unit at UHC has exciting opportunities to recruit band 3 HCSW posts of 30 hours which have become available. These posts are for Ward 2B but will provide cover as required within the Orthopaedic Trauma unit at UHC.
These posts will ensure that we continue to deliver a high standard of unscheduled care to our patients in Ayrshire. You will demonstrate a keen interest in the care of orthopaedic trauma patients and as a Health Care support worker you will integrate into the Trauma and Orthopaedic multidisciplinary team following a period of departmental training.
We are seeking individuals who have excellent communication and organisational skills that can excel in a highly pressured environment in order to collaborate with all members of the Multi-Disciplinary Team, ensuring the patient journey is positive and safe and care is delivered in a manner which is both professional and person centred.
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:
1. SVQ III in healthcare or equivalent higher qualification
2. Develop and maintain competence and skills and knowledge- venepuncture, cannulation, and observations - Blood Pressure, pulse, temperature and respiratory rate monitoring, NEWS, bedside glucose monitoring, simple dressings under aseptic technique, removal of intravenous cannula devices, performing ECG.
3. These skills will be in continuous development in relation to the demands of developing pathways and roles.
4. You are required to possess a caring, friendly disposition
For further information on the requirements for the role please click the link below to view the person specification
Hours: 30 per week
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