Clinical Support Worker/Clinical Support Worker Higher Level (Ward 33)

South Tees Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

The closing date is 06 December 2024

Job summary

An opportunity has arisen for a motivated individual to join the Haematology Directorate. The post holder will be based on Ward 33 which is a busy in-patient Haematology Unit at the James Cook University Hospital in Middlesbrough. You will be joining a well-established team.

The successful candidate will need to be willing to undertake phlebotomy and cannulation training, if not already trained in this.

Professional and personal development is encouraged.

Please note if you do not have the qualifications or experience marked as essential for a Band 3 role, you will be appointed at a Band 2.

Band 2 requirements - willingness to undertake all relevant training and qualifications if wishing to develop into a band 3 role.

Band 3 requirements - Numeracy and Literacy Level 2 or GCSE equivalent (A-C/ 4-9)

Care certificate

Level 3 vocational qualification

Short courses and completion of

competency workbook equivalent

to Level 3 in a range of patient and

clinical care duties

and/or

Equivalent knowledge and

experience in a range of clinical

care duties equivalent to Level 3;

- Theoretical knowledge

- Experience of a range of

care and related procedures

- clinical observations

- knowledge of relevant

legislation

There is a clear framework to allow for postholders to develop from a band 2 to band 3 and this includes completion of the qualifications.

Main duties of the job

The successful candidate should be well motivated, enthusiastic and willing to develop new skills. It is expected that the applicant work as part of the team; using their initiative whilst delivering an excellent standard of care and service to our client group.

The post holder will be an active member of the multi-disciplinary team (MDT),undertaking personal care activities, delegated clinical care duties including clinicalobservations as directed by registered professionals and within clearly definedWard ManagerBand 6 sister / Charge NurseClinical Support Worker Higher Level2parameters, to provide healthcare and support that is individualised to the patientneeds.The post holder will update and maintain accurate records of any care provision andupdate and escalate any concerns from their observations and activities to theappropriate registered professional.

Supporting nursing staff

Venepuncture

Caring for vulnerable patients

ECG, observations, urinalysis

About us

Leadership and Improvement Training

South Tees Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust offers leadership and improvement training to all new staff. This training programme has been designed to support our staff in developing their understanding of leadership and management skills. You will be expected to attend the following training sessions

Your Leadership Impact

Service Improvement for Beginners

After you complete these one and a half days of training, you will be able to explore further leadership and improvement training opportunities. We also offer a range of additional in-house courses and bitesize programmes through our Leadership and Improvement Team.

Date posted

22 November 2024

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 2

Salary

£23,615 to £25,674 a year Per annum (pro rata)

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

328-JCSM-6654675-A

Job locations

The James Cook University Hospital

Marton Road

Middlesbrough

TS4 3BW

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see the full job description and person specification document(s) for main responsibilities of the role.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see the full job description and person specification document(s) for main responsibilities of the role.

Person Specification

Knowledge and Skills

Essential

Excellent interpersonal, communication and active listening skills. Ability to adopt appropriate styles and methods of communication.
Time-keeping, planning and prioritisation skills.
Insight into behaviours and skills of a carer and the need for effective team work.
Understanding work-related boundaries.
Awareness of GDPR and the need Familiarity with current NHS and social care policies. Working knowledge of STHFT policies and procedures. All will be assessed through application and Interview 7 for confidentiality

Desirable

Familiarity with current NHS and social care policies.
Working knowledge of STHFT policies and procedures.

Qualifications and Training B3

Essential

Numeracy and Literacy Level 2
Care certificate
Level 3 vocational qualification or Short courses and completion of competency workbook equivalent to Level 3 in a range of patient and clinical care duties and/or Equivalent knowledge and experience in a range of clinical care duties equivalent to Level 3; - Theoretical knowledge - Experience of a range of care and related procedures - clinical observations - knowledge of relevant legislation

Experience B3

Essential

Experience of working in health or social care.
Experience of undertaking and recording clinical observations and escalation of changes or findings.

Personal Attributes

Essential

Caring and empathetic.
Motivated and with a pro-active approach
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Committed to providing high quality patient care.
Personal resilience.
Ability to work calmly and effectively under pressure.

Person Specification

Knowledge and Skills

Essential

Excellent interpersonal, communication and active listening skills. Ability to adopt appropriate styles and methods of communication.
Time-keeping, planning and prioritisation skills.
Insight into behaviours and skills of a carer and the need for effective team work.
Understanding work-related boundaries.
Awareness of GDPR and the need Familiarity with current NHS and social care policies. Working knowledge of STHFT policies and procedures. All will be assessed through application and Interview 7 for confidentiality

Desirable

Familiarity with current NHS and social care policies.
Working knowledge of STHFT policies and procedures.

Qualifications and Training B3

Essential

Numeracy and Literacy Level 2
Care certificate
Level 3 vocational qualification or Short courses and completion of competency workbook equivalent to Level 3 in a range of patient and clinical care duties and/or Equivalent knowledge and experience in a range of clinical care duties equivalent to Level 3; - Theoretical knowledge - Experience of a range of care and related procedures - clinical observations - knowledge of relevant legislation

Experience B3

Essential

Experience of working in health or social care.
Experience of undertaking and recording clinical observations and escalation of changes or findings.

Personal Attributes

Essential

Caring and empathetic.
Motivated and with a pro-active approach
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Committed to providing high quality patient care.
Personal resilience.
Ability to work calmly and effectively under pressure.

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.