Job Summary
To deliver exceptional patient care for patients that require support from the IV Access/OPAT services.
You will provide support to other members of the IV Access Team by assisting with procedures and troubleshooting devices placed by members of the IV access team.
The post holder must also perform surveillance of all IV devices inserted by the IV access team and keep records up to date by using the databases available.
The role will also provide education Trust wide about appropriate ongoing care for all IV access devices.
Main duties of the job
* Provide high quality basic nursing care as directed by care plans, registered nurse/nursing associates senior staff including:
* Assistance with personal hygiene
* Perform a range of clinical tasks or procedures which may include:
* Peripheral IV access
* Venepuncture
* Capillary blood glucose monitoring
* Wound care management of simple wounds/basic dressings
* Perform observations using an automated device
* Transfer patients to other areas as and when required
* Ensure all aspects of care provided are accurately documented
* Demonstrates own duties to new starters
* Participate and promote the audit process with the department
* Ensure all results relative to a patients attendance are identified and filed appropriately
* Work with senior colleagues to develop clinical expertise and research based practice
* Recognise the workload of colleagues and provide support as necessary
* Ensure compliance with departmental and procedures
* Actively reflect on practice and take the opportunity to improve own competence
* Demonstrate commitment to develop own critical analytical skills
* Contribute to the application and evaluation of current research and audit findings
* Has regard for the resource implications of decisions
* Liaise and communicate with members of the multi-disciplinary team
About us
All new colleagues can expect to receive a warm and friendly Wirral welcome from the very first time they make contact with us. We are described as "competent and caring staff" by our patients.
Wirral University Teaching Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is situated on The Wirral peninsula which has a stunning coastline and beautiful countryside surroundings, with great activities for its residents.
We are one of the largest and busiest acute Trusts in the North West of England, comprising of the Wirral's only Emergency Department. We provide a high quality range of acute care services and employ over 6,000 staff, who serve a population of approximately 400,000 people across Wirral, Ellesmere Port, Neston, North Wales and the wider North West footprint.
We have approximately 855 beds trust-wide and our financial turnover is in excess of £337m.
The Wirral is easily accessible with excellent transport links including motorway, train, bus or ferry and within easy reach to the major cities of Liverpool, Chester and Manchester as well as neighbouring North Wales.
Date posted
17 March 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 3
Salary
£24,071 to £25,674 a year per annum
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
408-25-245
Job locations
Wirral University Teaching Hospital
Arrowepark road
Upton
CH495PE
Job Description
Responsibilities
Please see attached Job Description for further information about the IV Access Clinical Support Nurse position available at WUTH.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Specific Experience & Training Essential
* NVQ Level 3 in a related subject or Lead Adult Care Apprenticeship
* Care Certificate
* Completed clinical competencies for clinical tasks and procedures as appropriate
* Experience working in a clinical environment
Desirable
* Experience working in the NHS
Knowledge and Skills Essential
* Proven problem solving skills
* Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
Personal Attributes Essential
* Understand when to seek support and advice
* Aware of personal and professional limitations
* Ability to perform when under pressure
* Polite, Friendly, Approachable and Self-motivated
Other Requirements Essential
* Awareness of formal audit procedures and requirements
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.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications.
Employer details
Employer name
Wirral University Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust
Address
Wirral University Teaching Hospital
Arrowepark road
Upton
CH495PE
Employer's website
https://www.wuth.nhs.uk #J-18808-Ljbffr