Job summary
Are you looking for an opportunity that offers a flexible work / life balance? Flexibility that allows you to change your availability to fit with your home life and commitments? Or maybe you are just looking for extra part time work to save up for that something special?
Because of our unique position, Bedford has a great community spirit and working environment and can provide a great platform for you to continue to grow as a professional. Bank staff play an integral role in covering temporary shortfalls in staffing which helps to maintain the high standards of patient care and efficient administrative work we seek and provide at Bedford Hospital. Working for the Bank can offer you fantastic levels of flexibility even for those whose two days are never the same. As part of the Bank you receive all the induction and mandatory training as you would if you were full time, it's also a great way to showcase your skills should you want to go permanent with us in the future.
We are looking for enthusiastic, compassionate and motivated individuals who are committed to delivering a high standard of patient care on our busy but friendly wards. As a bank clinical support worker you will be a valued member of the team and support our nurses to look after our patients. You will be involved in a variety of duties such as bathing, toileting and the monitoring of patient observations.
Main duties of the job
JOB SUMMARY
Bank clinical support workers cover staffing gaps across all general wards and assist with some clinics. You may have the opportunity to expand your skills and work in paediatrics or the emergency department. We require our bank staff to participate in the Care Certificate schemeAs a vital member of our team, we know that you are often the first person our patients talk with and trust. We to support you in this role and help you develop.If you are 18 or over and can show empathy and understanding whilst maintaining patients self-respect and dignity, we would like to hear from you, previous experience of working in a health care setting would be an advantage but not essential. The shift pattern includes a variety of shifts, including long days, long nights, weekends and public holidays. Clinical Support Workers help to deliver programs of patient care under the supervision of a qualified nurse. Working on the Staff Bank allows CSWs to fill staffing gaps across the hospital, experiencing a range of wards and depts. Bank CSWs will build working relationships with the following: Staffing Solutions - Senior and Clinical Nurse management -Unit and Ward managers -Other nursing staff -Other managers and administrative staff -Allied Health professional.
Please Note; You will be asked to undertake a literacy & numeracy test. The assessment is to ensure you meet the standard. It is recommended you review your English and Maths knowledge prior to the assessments.
About us
Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust provides hospital services to a growing population of around 700,000 people living across Bedfordshire and the surrounding areas across two busy hospital sites in Bedford and Luton. You will be joining a friendly, high performing Trust committed to ensuring the health and wellbeing of staff. As one of the largest NHS Trusts in our region you will have access to a programme of high quality training and development to help you grow your career. Travel between hospital sites may be required.We have state-of-the art facilities placing us at the heart of cutting edge health care. The Trust continues to be committed to delivering the best patient care using the best clinical knowledge and technology available.
Job description
Job responsibilities
JOB DESCRIPTION
Key responsibilities - To provide nursing care under the supervision of a qualified nurse.
- To inform the Nurse in Charge of any matters affecting the standard of patient care delivery.
- To attend and complete all relevant training and yearly update training.
- To undertake and complete the Care certificate within the given timeframe.
- To adhere to confidentiality and data protection policies.
Nursing Organisation
- To support team members in their professional work.
- To be aware of current issues and policies within the Trust and units/wards
- To assist the Nurse in Charge with cost effective use of resources in patient care delivery.
Standard of Care
- To assist the Nurse in Charge in identifying, implementing and monitoring the standards of care.
- To be aware of the patient as an individual and adopt a holistic approach in the delivery of care.
- To provide support for qualified nursing in distressing circumstances such as imparting news of terminal illness and bereavement.
- To assist the qualified nurse in risk assessing all patients and carry out manual handling as per Trust policy.
PERSON SPECIFICATION Qualifications
Essential:
- GCSE (or equivalent) English & Maths
Desirable;
- Care Certificate
- NVQ Level 2 or 3 (or working towards)
Experience
Essential;
- Previous experience of working in a care setting
Desirable;
- Previous experience of working in an Acute Hospital
Knowledge
Essential;
- Clinical skills able to deliver patient care under the supervision of a qualified nurse
- Able to work in a multidisciplinary team
Personal Skills
Essential;
- Effective communications skills written and verbal
- Sound interpersonal skills
Desirable;
- Knowledge of Data Protection and Clinical governance
Other
Essential;
- Ability to prioritise a workload
- Flexible shifts
- Self -awareness of assets and limitations
- Awareness that you may be moved to a different ward or department due to service need.
- Time management & attendance
Job description
Job responsibilities
JOB DESCRIPTION
Key responsibilities - To provide nursing care under the supervision of a qualified nurse.
- To inform the Nurse in Charge of any matters affecting the standard of patient care delivery.
- To attend and complete all relevant training and yearly update training.
- To undertake and complete the Care certificate within the given timeframe.
- To adhere to confidentiality and data protection policies.
Nursing Organisation
- To support team members in their professional work.
- To be aware of current issues and policies within the Trust and units/wards
- To assist the Nurse in Charge with cost effective use of resources in patient care delivery.
Standard of Care
- To assist the Nurse in Charge in identifying, implementing and monitoring the standards of care.
- To be aware of the patient as an individual and adopt a holistic approach in the delivery of care.
- To provide support for qualified nursing in distressing circumstances such as imparting news of terminal illness and bereavement.
- To assist the qualified nurse in risk assessing all patients and carry out manual handling as per Trust policy.
PERSON SPECIFICATION Qualifications
Essential:
- GCSE (or equivalent) English & Maths
Desirable;
- Care Certificate
- NVQ Level 2 or 3 (or working towards)
Experience
Essential;
- Previous experience of working in a care setting
Desirable;
- Previous experience of working in an Acute Hospital
Knowledge
Essential;
- Clinical skills able to deliver patient care under the supervision of a qualified nurse
- Able to work in a multidisciplinary team
Personal Skills
Essential;
- Effective communications skills written and verbal
- Sound interpersonal skills
Desirable;
- Knowledge of Data Protection and Clinical governance
Other
Essential;
- Ability to prioritise a workload
- Flexible shifts
- Self -awareness of assets and limitations
- Awareness that you may be moved to a different ward or department due to service need.
- Time management & attendance
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- GCSE (or equivalent) English & Maths
Desirable
- Care Certificate
- NVQ Level 2 or 3 (or working towards)
Experience
Essential
- Previous experience of working in a care setting
Desirable
- Previous experience of working in an Acute Hospital
Knowledge
Essential
- Clinical skills - able to deliver patient care under the supervision of a qualified nurse
- Able to work in a multidisciplinary team
Personal Skills
Essential
- Effective communications skills - written and verbal
Desirable
- Knowledge of Data Protection and Clinical governance
Other
Essential
- Self -awareness of assets and limitations
- oTime management & attendance
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- GCSE (or equivalent) English & Maths
Desirable
- Care Certificate
- NVQ Level 2 or 3 (or working towards)
Experience
Essential
- Previous experience of working in a care setting
Desirable
- Previous experience of working in an Acute Hospital
Knowledge
Essential
- Clinical skills - able to deliver patient care under the supervision of a qualified nurse
- Able to work in a multidisciplinary team
Personal Skills
Essential
- Effective communications skills - written and verbal
Desirable
- Knowledge of Data Protection and Clinical governance
Other
Essential
- Self -awareness of assets and limitations
- oTime management & attendance
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.
