Job summary
The Discharge Lounge provides care to those medically fit for discharge and are leaving the hospital either to their home address, onward care setting etc.
We care for all specialities in the hospital and have 21 arm chairs/ recliners as well as 2 stretchers. Patients come with all aspects of care needs and so the care you provide will vary.
Patients stay with us in the Discharge Lounge for minutes to hours, we will need to adapt our care to suit this. Provide regular personal care, pressure reliving care, manual handling support etc. We will also support the patients with their hydration and nutrition needs.
The new team member will need to be able to work well as part of a team, have no restrictions on their practice such as Manual Handling.
***Preference will be given to internal Trust staff, as well as 'Priority' and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon who are able to display recent relevant experience as dictated by the Person Specification.***
Main duties of the job
To carry out a range of (limited) clinical duties with minimal / no supervision, including for example, blood pressure monitoring, oxygen saturation levels, body temperature, pulse rate and respiration rate, glucose monitoring, collection and testing of urine samples / faecal samples / sputum samples and wound swabs ensuring delivery of high-quality patient care at all times. NB: this list is not exhaustive and will vary depending on area of work.
Participate in patient assessment providing high quality holistic patient care and escalating concerns about patients to other clinical staff.
Maintain the work environment in line with Trust infection control and patient safety policies.
Maintain effective record keeping and communication with patients, relatives, and members of the Multidisciplinary team regarding all aspects of care demonstrating a range of appropriate communication skills, where there may be barriers to understanding.
Ensuring equipment and stores are well maintained, taking appropriate action if the equipment is faulty.This may include ordering supplies.Work effectively as part of a team.
About us
We are a people business - where every member of staff matters and can make a difference. Patients are at the heart of everything we do. Joining University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust means becoming part of a team of dedicated staff, who are committed to leading the way through innovation, clinical excellence and great customer care. The Trust has great opportunities for career development in a highly progressive working environment. We offer all of this in a vibrant, modern city with a historic reputation for adventure. PLEASE NOTE THAT ALL COMMUNICATION WILL BE ELECTRONIC, PLEASE CHECK YOUR EMAIL ACCOUNT REGULARLY. If you have any issues with applying online and need additional support including reasonable adjustments with the application process please contact the recruitment manager for this post who will put you in touch with the recruitment team. We recognise that work life balance is important for our colleagues and so we invite requests from applicants around less than full time/flexible working for our advertised roles. Please contact the recruiting manager to discuss this prior to your application submission. We commit to giving this full consideration in each case. We encourage people from diverse backgrounds to apply for our roles, as diversity strengthens our teams. It is sometimes necessary to close vacancies before the closing date. If you have not heard from us within 4 weeks of the closing date, please assume that you have not been shortlisted.
Job description
Job responsibilities
1.Obtain consent prior to giving care in accordance with Trust policies.
2.Competently undertake delegated duties in line with patient care plans.
3.Ability to use your knowledge and experience to undertake non-routine duties and an understanding to take decisions within your area of responsibility.
4.To carry out a range of (limited) clinical duties with minimal / no supervision, including for example, blood pressure monitoring, oxygen saturation levels, body temperature, pulse rate and respiration rate, glucose monitoring, collection and testing of urine samples / faecal samples / sputum samples and wound swabs ensuring delivery of high-quality patient care at all times. NB: this list is not exhaustive and will vary depending on area of work.
5.Participate in patient assessment providing high quality holistic patient care and escalating concerns about patients to other clinical staff.
A detailed overview of the role and main responsibilities can be found in the attached job description document.
Job description
Job responsibilities
1.Obtain consent prior to giving care in accordance with Trust policies.
2.Competently undertake delegated duties in line with patient care plans.
3.Ability to use your knowledge and experience to undertake non-routine duties and an understanding to take decisions within your area of responsibility.
4.To carry out a range of (limited) clinical duties with minimal / no supervision, including for example, blood pressure monitoring, oxygen saturation levels, body temperature, pulse rate and respiration rate, glucose monitoring, collection and testing of urine samples / faecal samples / sputum samples and wound swabs ensuring delivery of high-quality patient care at all times. NB: this list is not exhaustive and will vary depending on area of work.
5.Participate in patient assessment providing high quality holistic patient care and escalating concerns about patients to other clinical staff.
A detailed overview of the role and main responsibilities can be found in the attached job description document.
Person Specification
Essential
Essential
- oDemonstrable experience of providing care in a healthcare or social setting
- oBe able to work well as part of a team and under own initative
Desirable
- oAppropriate communication skills
Appitude and ability
Essential
- oEffective communication skills
- oBe able to document appropriately
Desirable
- oDemonstrate awareness of UHP policy and procedures
Qualifications
Essential
- oEquivalent demonstrable experience
- oOne of the following: o Level 3 (SCQF - 6): - City and Guilds 3 o NVQ 3 oBTEC National Diploma o Experience equivalent to the above qualifications
Desirable
- oCompletion of level 3 diploma in Healthcare support work
Person Specification
Essential
Essential
- oDemonstrable experience of providing care in a healthcare or social setting
- oBe able to work well as part of a team and under own initative
Desirable
- oAppropriate communication skills
Appitude and ability
Essential
- oEffective communication skills
- oBe able to document appropriately
Desirable
- oDemonstrate awareness of UHP policy and procedures
Qualifications
Essential
- oEquivalent demonstrable experience
- oOne of the following: o Level 3 (SCQF - 6): - City and Guilds 3 o NVQ 3 oBTEC National Diploma o Experience equivalent to the above qualifications
Desirable
- oCompletion of level 3 diploma in Healthcare support work
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).
