Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust
Are you passionate about people and looking to continue your career in healthcare? Or as you have some healthcare experience you are keen to join an innovative and dynamic NHS Trust that's really going places? Join us as a Senior Healthcare Support Worker (SHCSW), get paid while you continue to learn and develop your career with the Royal Devon.
Every day, you will make a huge difference to the lives of the people we care for, delivering a high standard of care alongside your colleagues. Providing personal care, promoting nutritional needs, and assisting in the recovery and recuperation of patients on their journey to better health are just some aspects of this essential role.
Main duties of the job
As a key member of the Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust, you will be joining an exceptional team working together to help our patients to stay healthy, when they need it most.
Job responsibilities
Our Senior Healthcare Support Workers (SHCSWs) form an essential and well-respected part of our healthcare teams across a number of dynamic settings; out in the community, in our acute hospitals or within our theatres teams to name just a few.
You will be a valued member of the team through our comprehensive training and induction programme and our commitment to learning and development will satisfy even the most ambitious person.
The team
The Seamoor Unit is a busy combined chemotherapy and medical day treatment unit with outpatient and clinic facilities. Opening hours are 08:00 - 18:00.
The outpatient clinics are consultant led by specialists in the field of both oncological and hematological cancers. This area consists of 7 consulting rooms and a quiet room for pre-treatment visits. The Fern Centre offers a variety of advice, treatments and support for our patients, including Macmillan finance specialists, counselors, wig fitting, reflexology, Reiki and support groups. The outpatient treatment area is a nurse-led department consisting of an open plan treatment area containing 14 patient chairs. Alongside this there are 3 private side rooms which are used primarily for triage or procedures which require patient privacy.
We are looking for an organised, enthusiastic, motivated and adaptable experienced nurse to join our friendly team. Our trust values guide everything we do and at all times we aim to demonstrate compassion, act with integrity, demonstrate inclusivity and encourage and support empowerment of staff who go the extra mile for our patients and colleagues.
Within the supporting statement of your application, please provide an example of where you have demonstrated "Striving for Excellence" within a similar role.
Working Pattern
Monday to Friday 08:00 - 18:00, 4 shifts per week
Interview Date
Friday 10th January 2025
For further information please contact
Keely Sheehan, Seamoor Unit Ward Manager on 01271 311579, keely.sheehan@nhs.net
As an inclusive employer, the Royal Devon values diversity and is committed to creating a culture of inclusivity where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. We believe in fostering a sense of belonging and actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities.
Person Specification
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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 name
Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust
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