Job summary
We are looking for a motivated individual to come and join our team on the acute frailty unit as a band 3 clinical support worker.
Our acute frailty unit is an 18-bedded unit with 2 frailty assessment chairs for acutely unwell older adults, we see patients with a range of acute medical conditions.
The post holder will be required to provide Clinical Support Worker skills within the Acute Frailty Unit and have the ability to organise and prioritise own workload, to ensure smooth transfers of patients between wards and departments.
Main duties of the job
Supporting patients with personal care
Performing initial investigations such as venepuncture, cannulation and point of care testing
Maintain a high standard of record keeping ensuring all entries are accurate and legible
Be computer literate
You will be familiar with, and work to the protocols and polices of the Trust, paying particular attention to infection control, equality and diversity and privacy and dignity.
The role requires close liaison with other disciplines and the provision of a courteous, reliable and quality service to patient's relatives and carers, healthcare professionals and all wards and departments across the Trust.
About us
At Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust we provide 'outstanding' care to both our patients and our staff. We support staff through benefits, health and wellbeing initiatives and opportunities for personal and professional development.
1. An inclusive and supportive culture - our Trust encourages staff to bring their whole selves to work and active Staff Networks identify areas for improvement.
2. Staff Recognition - as well as regular appraisals, we recognise staff with our Making a Difference, Team of the Month Awards & Colleague Recognition Awards
3. Employee Support and wellbeing - we have a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme, counselling service and fast track physiotherapy service for employees.
4. Staff Benefits - We have a range of staff benefits and schemes to support staff health, engagement, wellbeing and inclusion.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached Job Description and Person Specification. If you have any questions please contact Sarah McDaniel on .
Person Specification
Education / Qualifications / Training
Essential
5. Good standard of General Education to GCSE level or equivalent
6. NVQ Qualification 2/3 (Or comparable)
7. Care Support Certificate/willingness to undertake
Desirable
8. Evidence of practical training or education in a care setting
9. Extended IT skills including ICS, ICE, Web V
10. Venepuncture, ECG and cannulation skills