Healthcare Support Worker - George Earle

• Undertake direct patient care, in support of, and under the delegation of the Registered Nurse, and document care given as required.
• Following training you will undertake various clinical tasks including cannulation and venepuncture, wound care, ECG recording, blood sugar checks and vital signs. You will be aware of when these need escalating to your nurse.
• You will support patients to maintain hygiene including mouth care, change positions to prevent skin damage, and with mobility.
• Checking of controlled drugs with Registered Nurse as required.
• Complete nutritional assessment records and weigh patients as required both on admission to complete MUST scores and weekly to ensure monitoring of body mass.
• Use equipment competently and follow Trust policy with equipment following training.
• Escort patients to other departments/hospitals for investigation

• Compassionate, caring and patient-focused.
• Enthusiastic and motivated to provide excellent care.
• A strong team player with good communication skills.
• Committed to maintaining high standards of care and patient experience.
• Able to work effectively in a busy and rewarding acute ward environment.

Important

• Unfortunately, our department are unable to support sponsorship for this role. Therefore, applicants who require sponsorship now or in the near future will not be considered for this position.

• If you do not currently hold a Level 3 qualification, you must have an equivalent qualification or level of experience and be willing to enrol on and complete the NVQ Level 3 qualification as part of your employment.

Essential

• Basic computer/keyboard skills
• Fine motor skills - for venepuncture, phlebotomy and other clinical tasks
• Good interpersonal and communication skills
• Able to prioritise and organise work
• Record keeping competency in handwritten and electronic records
• Able to manage stress in themselves and others
• Willingness to undertake new skills and training
• To be flexible, adaptable, reliable and punctual