Job summary
The Sheffield Kidney Institute serves the population of South Yorkshire and North Derbyshire . We recognise the importance of a Patient centred approach to the way in which we treat and care for our patients.
We therefore have Haemodialysis units close to the patients including at Chesterfield d Royal Hospital
There are currently 12 haemodialysis stations , 64 patients who attend for their treatment 3 times per week.
The Nursing team is responsible for the day to day care/management of the patients including haemodialysis treatment
All staff are highly trained to undertake the haemodialysis treatment, through a robust training programme which is supported
Main duties of the job
As a Clinical Support Worker you will provide vital assistance to patients and support them with their physical and emotional care needs.
You will also be responsible for assisting healthcare professionals in the diagnosis, treatment, and care of patients.
This is a responsible and rewarding role which has a direct impact on patients' lives. The accompanying job description and person specification details the main duties, responsibilities and individual requirements for the role and we strongly encourage you to read these documents before applying and ensure you have a clear understanding of the role and meet the post requirements.
Main Duties of this role:
- Assessment of the patient
- Undertaking vital signmanagement
- Maintenance of Haemodialysis
- Termination of haemodialysis treatment
- Ongoing review and assessment of patient
- Maintaining fluid and nutritionalintake
- Line/priming of Haemodialysis machine
For those currently employed by the Trust as a Clinical Support Worker, you should instead apply through the Clinical Support Worker transfer process via your line manager.
About us
You will be working for an organisation which values and respects all of its staff and the community it serves. The Trust is a leader in the NHS and research sectors and provides excellent benefits for its staff. This includes commitments to professional development but also many policies to support employees in balancing their personal and professional lives.
Sheffield Teaching Hospitals upholds the PROUD values to both the patients/carers that we care for and the staff that are employed.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please view the attached Job Description and Person Specification documents for full details regarding this post.
When completing your application please ensure that you clearly demonstrate how you meet the role criteria.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please view the attached Job Description and Person Specification documents for full details regarding this post.
When completing your application please ensure that you clearly demonstrate how you meet the role criteria.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Completion of the STH 5 day Healthcare Support Worker Programme (HCSW) within the 12 months prior to employment, OR attendance at the programme on employment [undertaken on a full time basis after appointment, upon induction]
- Achievement of the Care Certificate OR commitment to completion of the Care Certificate within four months of employment
Desirable
- GCSE English and Maths at grade 3/D or above (or equivalent, which would include Functional Skills Level 1)
Experience
Desirable
- Experience of working in a caring environment or Experience as a carer
Skills and Knowledge
Essential
- Must be willing to undertake training as required which is specific to the post as identified through service delivery
- The ability to converse at ease with members of the public and provide advice in accurate spoken English.
Values and Behaviours (PROUD)
Essential
- Patients first - Must have a desire to work with people in a Healthcare setting.
- Must have ability to provide care with compassion, commitment and competence.
- Respectful - Must have an understanding of the importance of effective communication and interpersonal skills.
- Must have an understanding of patient's needs and how to provide care whilst maintaining dignity.
- Ownership - Must be accuracy and have attention to detail
- Unity - Must be able to work as part of a team
- Delivery - Be able to demonstrate an understanding of the role of a Clinical Support Worker
- Understanding the requirements of confidentiality in a Health Care setting
Other Factors
Essential
- For Community Posts only - must be Car Driver in possession of a Full UK Driving Licence and have access to a vehicle due to requirements
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Completion of the STH 5 day Healthcare Support Worker Programme (HCSW) within the 12 months prior to employment, OR attendance at the programme on employment [undertaken on a full time basis after appointment, upon induction]
- Achievement of the Care Certificate OR commitment to completion of the Care Certificate within four months of employment
Desirable
- GCSE English and Maths at grade 3/D or above (or equivalent, which would include Functional Skills Level 1)
Experience
Desirable
- Experience of working in a caring environment or Experience as a carer
Skills and Knowledge
Essential
- Must be willing to undertake training as required which is specific to the post as identified through service delivery
- The ability to converse at ease with members of the public and provide advice in accurate spoken English.
Values and Behaviours (PROUD)
Essential
- Patients first - Must have a desire to work with people in a Healthcare setting.
- Must have ability to provide care with compassion, commitment and competence.
- Respectful - Must have an understanding of the importance of effective communication and interpersonal skills.
- Must have an understanding of patient's needs and how to provide care whilst maintaining dignity.
- Ownership - Must be accuracy and have attention to detail
- Unity - Must be able to work as part of a team
- Delivery - Be able to demonstrate an understanding of the role of a Clinical Support Worker
- Understanding the requirements of confidentiality in a Health Care setting
Other Factors
Essential
- For Community Posts only - must be Car Driver in possession of a Full UK Driving Licence and have access to a vehicle due to 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.
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. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Additional information
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.
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. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
