Employer United Lincolnshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust Employer type NHS Site Pilgrim Hospital Town Boston Salary £24,071 - £25,674 per annum Salary period Yearly Closing 11/01/2025 23:59
Clinical Health Care Support Worker Band 3 Trauma Orthopaedic Surgical
NHS AfC: Band 3
We recognise that outstanding care can only be delivered through our people. We want to attract people who can help us deliver our vision. We want in return to help people achieve what they wish in their careers in the NHS at ULTH.
We are always keen to welcome highly skilled, committed and compassionate individuals to our hospitals – people who put patients at the heart of everything they do and are ready to help us achieve our vision.
Our values guide everything we do. They are:
* Patient-centred – Putting patients at the heart of everything we do, listening and responding to their needs and wishes.
* Safety – Following ULTH and professional guidelines. Speaking up to make sure patients and staff are safe from harm.
* Excellence – Striving to be the best that we can be. Innovating and learning from others.
* Compassion – Caring for patients and their loved ones in ways we would want for our friends and family.
* Respect – Behaving and using language that demonstrates respect and courtesy to others. Zero tolerance to bullying, inequality, prejudice and discrimination.
If you believe in them too, then you are ready to join the ULTH team.
We’ve taken great pride in building working environments where staff always feel valued, cared for and part of a team. Without doubt this is a challenging yet very rewarding job that is at the centre of health and care in Lincolnshire - making a positive difference to our patients.
Job overview
Trauma Orthopaedic Surgical wards at Pilgrim Hospital are looking to recruit both experienced and new to care Health Care Support Workers. We are looking for highly motivated individuals who want to work in a busy and demanding environment. They must have excellent communication skills and enjoy being part of a team. A positive patient-centred experience is the motivation for our care delivery.
Main duties of the job
The successful candidates will work within an established Trauma Orthopaedic team, carrying out essential patient care under the direction and supervision of a qualified nurse. Previous experience of working in a health/care setting is desirable but not essential as training will be given. The successful applicants will receive a 2-week specialist training and induction program and will be supported to develop extended roles such as venepuncture, medical observations and other clinical skills. The position will involve all aspects of patient care, with a wide variety of patients with diverse nursing needs.
The role will involve working alongside the nurses on the ward to deliver an excellent positive care experience. Whilst working as an effective and responsible member of the team, you will consistently work with legislation, policies, procedures and other quality approaches whilst adhering to ULHT values and standards.
Person specification
Qualifications
* Literacy and numeracy qualifications equivalent to Functional Skills level 1 or above (e.g. GCSE grade E or above).
* NVQ/QCF Level 3 in Care or equivalent qualification or relevant experience.
* Evidence of the Care Certificate or commitment to achieve on joining Trust.
* Motivated to develop knowledge and skills and to undertake self-development.
* Understanding of the Code of Conduct for Health Care Support Workers and Adult Social Care Workers in England.
Previous Experience
* Significant experience of the NHS and/or health/child care and an interest in the speciality with knowledge of wider issues relating to health care.
* Clear understanding of professional accountability, delegation and professionalism related to the role of a band 3 worker.
* Makes a positive contribution as a team player and demonstrates awareness of importance of working as part of a team.
* Able to deliver a high standard of care for patients and always striving to improve on what you do through change and innovation.
* Able to communicate effectively with patients/relatives and carers and all members of the multi-disciplinary team.
* Is sensitive to the impact and implications of decisions and activities undertaken on other professionals.
Specific Requirements
* Able to prioritise and to organise and motivate oneself and others to achieve delegated tasks.
* Flexible approach to shift patterns and unit needs which may involve working in different areas or cross-site working.
* Able to effectively and appropriately escalate concerns to reduce risk and promote patient safety.
* Able to use own initiative within the boundaries of the role and able to motivate oneself and others.
Evidence of Particular: Knowledge, Skills, Aptitudes
* Able to work under minimal supervision but fully aware when to escalate concerns to a registered practitioner.
* Flexible, adaptable, organised with good time management skills.
* Ability to cope effectively under pressure and resilient and work within the team to manage complex and challenging situations.
* Good written and verbal communication skills.
* Excellent interpersonal skills with tact, diplomacy, empathy and understanding.
* IT skills in order to access required systems such as electronic patient records.
* Ability to evidence/demonstrate key values and behaviours in line with the Trust framework: Patient Centred, Safety, Compassion, Respect and Excellence.
* Working knowledge of Health and Safety, Infection Prevention and Manual Handling.
ULTH recognises that everyone is different, and values the unique contribution that individual experiences, knowledge and skills make in delivering quality healthcare and becoming a model employer. We are committed to transforming our organisational culture by actively committing to implementing the Trust Single Equality Scheme, and other policies, such as the Dignity in Care policy and the Dignity at Work policy. We will continue to promote equality and challenge discrimination in all service provision, recognising and meeting the needs of the diverse communities we serve.
As a responsible employer ULTH would encourage staff wishing to join the Trust to take up the COVID vaccination as this continues to remain the best line of defence against COVID19.
Please note that we do not accept CVs.
Due to the high volume of applications we receive, ULTH reserves the right to close this advert prior to the closing date.
No DBS fees to pay: Successful candidates will have DBS applications applied for & paid by ULTH where applicable. There is no requirement to reimburse ULTH for this cost.
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