Respiratory Support Worker

Cornwall Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

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Job summary

We are a happy, supportive multidisciplinary team based at Helston covering the West area of the beautiful county of Cornwall, primarily looking after patients with chronic lung disease and breathlessness. We work closely with GPs and the acute hospital sites to keep our patients as independent and healthy as possible in the community, supporting them to understand and manage the symptoms of their condition and enjoy the best quality of life.

A focus of the team is the provision of pulmonary rehabilitation programmes, which are a fun, clinically effective intervention of exercises and education group sessions. We also see patients in clinic settings and in their own home.

The respiratory support worker role is integral to successful delivery of a responsive and adaptable service, through coordinating and clinically supporting rehabilitation classes and visiting patients at home.

This is a great opportunity to develop skills in patient care within the field of respiratory and long term conditions. You will be closely supported by a team of friendly and knowledgeable clinicians and administrator.

Proposed interview date: to be confirmed

Main duties of the job

The post holder will work as part of the Respiratory team and may on occasions be required to offer support to other teams.

  • To be flexible with regard to care delivery either as telephone support, within the home setting or within a group setting.
  • To always work within own level of competence and be able to access clinical support from other colleagues when required
  • To practice as a lone worker
  • To undertake specific skilled support work (e.g., carrying out assessments and using various treatment skills) to aid the rehabilitation of respiratory patients under the supervision of a qualified clinician.
  • To plan and implement interventions, using various treatment skills and to be responsible for assessing patient progress, including goal setting, evaluate the outcome and report back to qualified clinician if any problems.
  • To independently manage (working without direct supervision) a caseload of patients.
  • To implement agreed management/ care plans for the more complex patients, under the direct supervision of the specialist clinicians.
  • To undertake highly skilled support work for Respiratory patients in the community.
  • To use clinical skills eg blood pressure and pulse checks and basic clinical assessment skills to support the delivery of care.
  • To be able to offer patient education with regard to self and risk factor management.
  • To undertake exercise classes in various venues, including performing initial assessments within agreed protocols

About us

We're an NHS community and mental health provider Trust based in Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly. We deliver community and hospital-based care to improve people's physical and mental health.We also provide specialist support to people with dementia or a learning disability.

We are a people organisation and people matter to us. As part of the team, you'll help support the health and wellbeing of the people who live and visit this beautiful part of the UK.

Over 4,000 people make up the Trust. This includes doctors, nurses, therapists, plus admin and support staff.

We work in people's homes, in community clinics and bases.Some staff work from one of our 13 community hospitals. Our aspiration is to have great people, provide great care, be a great place to work and a great partner.

Approximately 568,000 people live here. A third of people who live in Cornwall are supported by acute hospital services in Devon.As a result, we also work closely with our partners in Devon. In the summer, and during other holidays lots of people choose to visit the area. This increases the numbers of people who use our services.

Date posted

06 September 2024

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 4

Salary

£26,530 to £29,114 a year Per Annum

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

6 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

201-24-655

Job locations

Helston Community Hospital

Meneage Road

Helston

TR13 8DR


Job description

Job responsibilities

To view a detailed job description and person specification including the main responsibilities of this role please see supporting documents.

Job description

Job responsibilities

To view a detailed job description and person specification including the main responsibilities of this role please see supporting documents.

Person Specification

Education / Qualifications and Relevant Experience

Essential

  • Experience of working as a Support Worker, working in health or similar post
  • Relevant experience in an appropriate care setting
  • Experience of working in a Multidisciplinary environment
  • Examinations taken in English Language or IELTS qualification
  • Theoretical and practical training to NVQ 3 level , or equivalent, in relevant area
  • Good general education to GCSE or equivalent
  • Hold a valid UK drivers licence

Desirable

  • Experience of leading groups
  • Experience of working in a Therapy led approach
  • Willingness to undertake Level 4 Certificate in Exercise Training for Chronic Respiratory Disease

Skills and Aptitude

Essential

  • Previous Acute / Community and caseload management experience

Personal Qualities

Essential

  • Ability to deal with emotionally challenging situations. Proven sensitivity to the needs of patients, relatives, carers and other care providers
Person Specification

Education / Qualifications and Relevant Experience

Essential

  • Experience of working as a Support Worker, working in health or similar post
  • Relevant experience in an appropriate care setting
  • Experience of working in a Multidisciplinary environment
  • Examinations taken in English Language or IELTS qualification
  • Theoretical and practical training to NVQ 3 level , or equivalent, in relevant area
  • Good general education to GCSE or equivalent
  • Hold a valid UK drivers licence

Desirable

  • Experience of leading groups
  • Experience of working in a Therapy led approach
  • Willingness to undertake Level 4 Certificate in Exercise Training for Chronic Respiratory Disease

Skills and Aptitude

Essential

  • Previous Acute / Community and caseload management experience

Personal Qualities

Essential

  • Ability to deal with emotionally challenging situations. Proven sensitivity to the needs of patients, relatives, carers and other care providers

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 details

Employer name

Cornwall Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Helston Community Hospital

Meneage Road

Helston

TR13 8DR


Employer's website

https://www.cornwallft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Cornwall Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Helston Community Hospital

Meneage Road

Helston

TR13 8DR


Employer's website

https://www.cornwallft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

For questions about the job, contact:

Respiratory Physiotherapist and team lead

Robyn Mearns

robyn.mearns@nhs.net

01326435942

Date posted

06 September 2024

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 4

Salary

£26,530 to £29,114 a year Per Annum

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

6 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

201-24-655

Job locations

Helston Community Hospital

Meneage Road

Helston

TR13 8DR


Supporting documents

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