Job summary A clinical post which provides the highest achievable standard of care, following individual patient assessment of needs. Work effectively and without direct supervision alongside Registered Nurses/Practitioners within the ward/hospital as required on a daily basis Undertake supervision and where appropriate assist with the orientation of staff unfamiliar with the department Main duties of the job Working clinically to ensure the safety and quality of the care given to your designated patients, under the indirect supervision of a registered nurse/practitioner Undertaking the following, but not restricted to, clinical tasks competently and efficiently: o Cannulation and Venepuncture o Catheterisation - male and female o Wound Care and basic wound closure o Performing ECGs Competently taking and interpreting Vital signs on adults Able to make appropriate referrals to Adult and Child Safeguarding teams Supporting and working with colleagues during the shift Liaising with the wider MDT to maintain safety Helping to facilitate the development of the service as part of the wider team To participate in discussions and projects that will benefit the team, the patients and the ward as a whole Working under guidance and in conjunction with the senior nursing team and the Matron Following the Trust's Policies and Protocols to ensure the safety of the department About us Why Work With Us Brixham Community Hospital has one 20 bedded ward and an outpatient's department on site. This post also supports providing services to support outpatient services at Paignton Health and Wellbeing Centre. The Healthcare Support Worker Band 3 plays a key role in supporting our team of Registered Nurses and senior clinical staff in the planning, delivery and evaluation of care. You will play a part in meeting our service users complex needs and ensuring good outcomes. Our service users may require sub-acute care, rehabilitation and End of Life care. You will be working in a friendly and supportive, multi-disciplinary team who are committed to providing high standards of compassionate, individualised care, as well as supporting outpatient services as required Unfortunately, this post is not eligible for sponsorship. Date posted 26 February 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 3 Salary £24,071 to £25,674 a year pro rata Contract Permanent Working pattern Part-time Reference number 388-6903660-ACS Job locations Paignton Health & Wellbeing Centre Church Street Paignton TQ3 3AG Job description Job responsibilities Communication and Working Relationships Developing and supporting yourself and others To ensure effective communication between staff members and develop a cohesive, supportive and effective team Work towards the agreed philosophy and objectives of the Ward Employ professional behaviour and communicate effectively and efficiently in a pressurised working environment Planning and Organisation At the direction of Registered/Senior Staff participate and deliver planned care managing your cohort of patients alongside colleagues Keep up to date with Organisational developments and be responsive to change Work within an environment which can have constant interruptions Responsibility and Accountability Adhere to all infection control guidance and policies Act with integrity and professionalism, ensuring that you are demonstrating responsible behaviours at all times, in accordance with our Trust values Be accountable for your actions and learn from mistakes. Be honest and share experiences, encouraging learning in others Support the wider team To ensure high standards of care in accordance with agreed policies and procedures To work with registered nurses and senior clinical staff to maintain a clean and safe environment for all. Provide information to enable the effectiveness of care delivered to be evaluated and accurate records maintained Record in the relevant documentation the care that has been delivered Recognise and respond appropriately to urgent and emergency situations Report any incidents, accidents or complaints to the person in charge of the ward in accordance with Trusts policies Policy and Service Responsibility The post holder will work according to Trust standards, policies and procedures ensuring compliance with policy procedures and clinical guidelines and is accountable and responsible to the registered nursing team All staff have a responsibility to ensure that the needs of the service are met in a timely and efficient manner Responsibility for Finance, Equipment and Other Resources To undertake a responsible attitude towards economy and care of equipment and property, and be aware of conditions/hazards Have an awareness of utilising stock and resources effectively Competent use of equipment. Training and supporting others Responsibility for Supervision, Leadership and Management Participating in developing a career plan Participate in reflection as part of imbedded practice Work alongside senior staff to help develop yourself Participate in staff meetings and think creatively and innovatively regarding the department Attend mandatory training ensuring this is kept up-to-date and develop and maintain own knowledge and skills Information Technology and Administrative Duties Follow TSDHCFT Policies and use correct agreed documentations Stay up to date with the Trusts innovative IT systems Ensure mandatory training is up to date Please see our attached job description and person specification form for full details of the role responsibilities and duties. Job description Job responsibilities Communication and Working Relationships Developing and supporting yourself and others To ensure effective communication between staff members and develop a cohesive, supportive and effective team Work towards the agreed philosophy and objectives of the Ward Employ professional behaviour and communicate effectively and efficiently in a pressurised working environment Planning and Organisation At the direction of Registered/Senior Staff participate and deliver planned care managing your cohort of patients alongside colleagues Keep up to date with Organisational developments and be responsive to change Work within an environment which can have constant interruptions Responsibility and Accountability Adhere to all infection control guidance and policies Act with integrity and professionalism, ensuring that you are demonstrating responsible behaviours at all times, in accordance with our Trust values Be accountable for your actions and learn from mistakes. Be honest and share experiences, encouraging learning in others Support the wider team To ensure high standards of care in accordance with agreed policies and procedures To work with registered nurses and senior clinical staff to maintain a clean and safe environment for all. Provide information to enable the effectiveness of care delivered to be evaluated and accurate records maintained Record in the relevant documentation the care that has been delivered Recognise and respond appropriately to urgent and emergency situations Report any incidents, accidents or complaints to the person in charge of the ward in accordance with Trusts policies Policy and Service Responsibility The post holder will work according to Trust standards, policies and procedures ensuring compliance with policy procedures and clinical guidelines and is accountable and responsible to the registered nursing team All staff have a responsibility to ensure that the needs of the service are met in a timely and efficient manner Responsibility for Finance, Equipment and Other Resources To undertake a responsible attitude towards economy and care of equipment and property, and be aware of conditions/hazards Have an awareness of utilising stock and resources effectively Competent use of equipment. Training and supporting others Responsibility for Supervision, Leadership and Management Participating in developing a career plan Participate in reflection as part of imbedded practice Work alongside senior staff to help develop yourself Participate in staff meetings and think creatively and innovatively regarding the department Attend mandatory training ensuring this is kept up-to-date and develop and maintain own knowledge and skills Information Technology and Administrative Duties Follow TSDHCFT Policies and use correct agreed documentations Stay up to date with the Trusts innovative IT systems Ensure mandatory training is up to date Please see our attached job description and person specification form for full details of the role responsibilities and duties. Person Specification Knowledge and Experience Essential Recent experience as an HCA in a hospital setting Confidence in own ability to manage your own workload Evaluate care delivered and plan ahead Identify a sick or deteriorating patient Understand how to undertake and monitor vital signs on children Understand principles of safeguarding and to be able to make appropriate referrals Qualifications and training Essential Care Certificate NVQ Level 3 Desirable Evidence of continued study Specific skills Essential Ability to work in under pressure and flexibly Be competent in recording and understanding vital signs To be competent in performing ECGs Have basic wound management skills Demonstrable effective communication skills Desirable To be able to undertake venepuncture and cannulation To be able to perform male/female catheterisation Person Specification Knowledge and Experience Essential Recent experience as an HCA in a hospital setting Confidence in own ability to manage your own workload Evaluate care delivered and plan ahead Identify a sick or deteriorating patient Understand how to undertake and monitor vital signs on children Understand principles of safeguarding and to be able to make appropriate referrals Qualifications and training Essential Care Certificate NVQ Level 3 Desirable Evidence of continued study Specific skills Essential Ability to work in under pressure and flexibly Be competent in recording and understanding vital signs To be competent in performing ECGs Have basic wound management skills Demonstrable effective communication skills Desirable To be able to undertake venepuncture and cannulation To be able to perform male/female catheterisation 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 Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust Address Paignton Health & Wellbeing Centre Church Street Paignton TQ3 3AG Employer's website https://www.torbayandsouthdevon.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)