University Hospitals Bristol and Weston Foundation Trust are currently seeking the services of a Senior Healthcare Support Worker. The trust welcomes applications from international applicants and are willing to provide sponsorship to those who meet the reuirements.
University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust is a leading healthcare provider serving over 500,000 residents across the South West of England. With a workforce of over 13,000 staff, the Trust operates across 10 sites, delivering more than 100 clinical services. Recognized for its commitment to patient care, the Trust has achieved an ‘Outstanding’ rating from the Care Quality Commission. As a digital pioneer, UHBW is at the forefront of medical innovation and research. The Trust offers a supportive work environment with opportunities for professional growth and is dedicated to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the communities it serves.
Position: Senior Healthcare Support Worker
Salary: £22,816 – £24,336 a year
Job Type: Permanent (Full Time)
Location: Bristol, UK
About the Role
At UHBW, you will work suitable hours while gaining all the training you will need to excel in your role!
The Trust are looking for an enthusiastic experienced Band 3 Senior Health-Care Support Worker (SHCSW) to join their innovative and cohesive award-winning team of 23 nurses, comprising 1 sister, 2 Band 6 Senior Staff Nurses, B5 Staff Nurses, Band 3 SHCSW’s and a Housekeeper.
You will be supporting patients attending the outpatient department at the Bristol Haematology and Oncology Centre (BHOC). They run a daily dedicated Phlebotomy clinic for our Oncology and Haematology patients and deliver regular line care and blood tests to our patients.
Their supportive team-working culture will empower you to build up professional relationships with your patients and their family as you follow closely their progress.
Working in BHOC is demanding and can be challenging and they are fortunate to have access to a comprehensive staff wellbeing support.
The team is fun and social and is constantly celebrating each other’s success and it is a place where everyone supports one another.
You will be encouraged to develop and broaden your knowledge, skills and experience by offering: Additional training courses, Visiting other departments within Bristol Haematology and Oncology Centre, Shadowing of other staff.
Main Duties
Communication and Working Relationships
- Work collaboratively within a multi-disciplinary team
- Ward Leaders and all ward based nursing staffÂ
- Matron/Head of NursingÂ
- Educational staffÂ
- Infection Prevention & Control TeamÂ
- Clinical Nurse Specialists, Nurse Consultants, Nurse PractitionersÂ
- Medical PractitionersÂ
- Patients and their support networkÂ
Management and Personal Development
- Competently organise and carry out designated workload within scope of roleÂ
- To recognise the importance of health education and teaching of patients and carers and inform nursing staff where this might be requiredÂ
- To maintain his/her own professional development, attending courses/further training to enhance and optimise his/her role within the work area.Â
- To respect the confidential information, in line with Royal Cornwall Hospitals Trust policy Data Protection Act, obtained in the course of work and not disclose this information.Â
Clinical Activities
- Provide and deliver a high standard of clinical care, recognising and meeting the specific needs of patientsÂ
- With indirect supervision, to manage own clinical workload within the given competencies of the postÂ
- To carry out clinical observations on patients, recognising, recording and reporting all changes in patients condition to nursing staffÂ
Administrative
- Document and sign for all observations and care given with counter signature from a Registered Practitioner.Â
- To support maintenance of fluid balance and dietary charts, recognising, recording and reporting all adverse findings to nursing staff. IT Systems and ProcessesÂ
- Use of Patient Administration SystemÂ
- Report untoward incidents such as complaints, clinical emergencies, and injury to nursing staff via incident system (electronic system)
Qualifications
- GCSE Maths & English, or Equivalent
- NVQ 2 in Health Care, or Equivalent
- Clinical skills e.g. venepuncture, blood transfusion, aseptic non touch technique
- Previous experience in a care setting
- Previous hospital experience
- Computer literate
- Competent in English Language – written and verbal
Desirable
- NVQ 3 in Direct Care
- Verbal communication/language skillsÂ
- Computer literateÂ
- Competent in English Language – written and verbal Â
- Adaptability to cope with changing workloadÂ
- Able to competently organise and carry out designated workload within scope of previous trainingÂ
- Able to work in a team environmentÂ
- Positive and caring attitude Patient centred approach to careÂ
- Commitment to imparting knowledge and experience to other
Benefits
- Visa sponsorship: 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
- You will be trained to complete your Care Certificate which gives you all the skills you need to be a success (aside from your brilliant personality and helpful nature!).
- If you want to progress in your career, they can even offer you the opportunity to specialise with specialist skills or take our fantastic apprenticeship to become a nurse.
Required Documents
- CV/Resume
- Cover Letter
Application Process
Interested and qualified candidates should CLICK HERE to apply
Application Deadline
August 4, 2024