Job summary
We have an exciting opportunity for 2 clinical support workers vacancies part time on ward 17. We are an acute respiratory ward and care for all ages of patients requiring treatment for asthma, copd, ILD, pulmonary fibrosis and other respiratory conditions.
We are currently looking for a permanent Clinical Support Workers who are enthusiastic and motivated to join our team
We are a friendly team, who welcome applicants that enjoy direct patient care and have a , good sense of humor and understand the importance of team work.
You must be caring, compassionate, reliable and have a genuine interest to work with a diverse patient group .
You will also have the opportunity the grow professionally and expand your skills.
A flexible approach to the hours of work is required; this includes long days (07:00-19:30) and night shifts (19:00-07:30) includes weekends and bank holidays.
Main duties of the job
Clinical Support Worker
Assisting patients with activities of daily living, in accordance with the care plan. These duties will include the delivery of hygiene care, nutrition and hydration, continence care, pressure area care, mobility and rehabilitation.
Therapeutically engaging with patients and their families, some of which will have dementia. The ward welcomes anyone with a interest in activity and entertainment that patients and staff will enjoy.
Being part of the wider MDT and making a daily contribution to the care patients receive.
Assist in taking and recording patient's observations and report changes to patient's health status to train nurse for action.
Support registered nursing staff with clinical treatments and investigations as appropriate, to the level of knowledge and skill.
About us
Walsall Healthcare NHS Trustprovides integrated acute and community Healthcare in the West Midlands serving a population of 260,000 residents. Walsall Manor Hospital houses the full range of district general hospital services. The £170 million development was completed in 2010 and we are continually upgrading. Construction of the new integrated critical care unit was completed in2018,extension of a Neonatal Unit and brand new, state of the art Emergency Department is in the process of being completed.
We are recommended by colleagues as a place to work which is supported by the trusts values to work as part of a team, being respectful, compassionate and professional. We are committed to investing in our workforce
RESPECT - COMPASSION - TEAMWORK - PROFESSIONALISM
Job description
Job responsibilities
Assist in undertaking activities of living in accordance with the care plan prescribed by qualified staff. These duties will include the delivery of hygiene care, nutrition and hydration, continence care, pressure area care, mobility and rehabilitation and offer psychological support.2. Assist in the taking and recording of patients observations3. Report changes to patients health status to trained nurse for action4. Support registered nursing staff with clinical treatments and investigations as appropriate, to the level of knowledge and skill. This may include the escort of patients to other departments within the hospital and on occasion to other departments and specialist units off site.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Assist in undertaking activities of living in accordance with the care plan prescribed by qualified staff. These duties will include the delivery of hygiene care, nutrition and hydration, continence care, pressure area care, mobility and rehabilitation and offer psychological support.2. Assist in the taking and recording of patients observations3. Report changes to patients health status to trained nurse for action4. Support registered nursing staff with clinical treatments and investigations as appropriate, to the level of knowledge and skill. This may include the escort of patients to other departments within the hospital and on occasion to other departments and specialist units off site.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Must have completed Level II HCA training or willing to undertake NVQ training
Experience
Essential
- Skills and abilities necessary for the safe and effective performance of the job, previous experience of at least 6 months in a healthcare role either hospital or community
Skills
Essential
- Applicants must have functional skills level 2 in maths and english or equivilant.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Must have completed Level II HCA training or willing to undertake NVQ training
Experience
Essential
- Skills and abilities necessary for the safe and effective performance of the job, previous experience of at least 6 months in a healthcare role either hospital or community
Skills
Essential
- Applicants must have functional skills level 2 in maths and english or equivilant.
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).
