Job summary
We have a new exciting opportunity within our Older People's Unit for a talented Mobility Support Worker to join our dedicated and caring team. The successful applicant will work closely with our patients and make a meaningful and positive contribution to their stay in hospital and their long term recovery.
Main duties of the job
Primary purpose of this post is to enable and support mobility and active routines for patients on the ward relative to each patient's capability and normal routine. Prolonged bed rest in hospital poses significant risk for patients especially our older persons. It can lead to deconditioning and decline in their functional ability and puts them at risk of additional complications such as chest infections, pressure sores and blood clots.
About us
At the RUH we're proud to put people at the heart of what we do, working together as one team to make a difference for our patients, each other, and our community. No matter what your role is, we value everyone's contribution in supporting the exceptional, person-centred care we pride ourselves on.
We are committed to creating a compassionate and inclusive environment. This can be seen in our growing community of staff networks - celebrating successes and creating opportunities to listen and learn. We value our differences, champion kindness and civility, and truly believe that diversity makes us stronger.
A culture of learning, developing and innovating is the thread that runs throughout our whole organisation. We want to support you to thrive, taking your career to its full potential.
We value staff wellbeing, with a well-established programme of support. We believe in a holistic approach spanning all aspects of living a healthy life, including physical, emotional, spiritual and financial wellbeing. We've even got a pool!
We are committed to supporting you and hope you want to join our team. In the meantime, find out more about living and working the beautiful historic city of Bath, learn about our extensive package of staff benefits, and read about how we're providing healthcare fit for the future with the landmark Dyson Cancer Centre and our passion for research.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please find attached to the vacancy a detailed person specification and job description for further information about this role.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please find attached to the vacancy a detailed person specification and job description for further information about this role.
Person Specification
Training and qualification
Essential
- In possession or undertaking the Level 3 NVQ or Qualifications and Credit Framework (QCF) Health and Social Care Award.
- Completion of Care Certificate.
Knowledge and experience
Essential
- Understands and committed to a caring approach to patients & relatives.
- Confident with use of mobility aids -WZF/walking sticks, sara stedy, gutter frames and hoists.
- Clear knowledge of controls of hospital bed and how to utilise to aid transfer out of bed. (put mattress on firm setting, effective use of bed controls and bed rail, education on appropriate seating and pressure relief)
Person Specification
Training and qualification
Essential
- In possession or undertaking the Level 3 NVQ or Qualifications and Credit Framework (QCF) Health and Social Care Award.
- Completion of Care Certificate.
Knowledge and experience
Essential
- Understands and committed to a caring approach to patients & relatives.
- Confident with use of mobility aids -WZF/walking sticks, sara stedy, gutter frames and hoists.
- Clear knowledge of controls of hospital bed and how to utilise to aid transfer out of bed. (put mattress on firm setting, effective use of bed controls and bed rail, education on appropriate seating and pressure relief)
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).
