Nursing Support Worker - Respiratory

The post holder will support the delivery of the Sleep Service through a variety of duties including direct patient contact, issuing and demonstrating sleep monitoring and treatment equipment, undertaking delegated clinical tasks, maintaining accurate records, telephone support, scheduling appointments and ensuring clinical equipment is cleaned, prepared and available for use.

The role requires excellent communication skills, the ability to work independently within agreed protocols and a commitment to delivering a high standard of care. Responsibilities are consistent with the Band 3 Wales Nursing Support Worker role, including delegated clinical care, equipment management, documentation, communication and patient support activities.

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.

You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.

The Sleep Service is a busy and developing specialty, therefore the successful candidate will need to be organised, flexible and able to use their own initiative whilst working effectively as part of a team. The ability to prioritise workload, communicate sensitively with patients and relatives, and contribute to service improvement is essential. These expectations reflect the Band 3 role requirements for workload management, communication and quality improvement.

Applicants should hold a Level 3 qualification in a healthcare-related subject, or have equivalent experience and evidence of competency gained through work-based learning and training. Previous experience of working in a health or social care environment and providing direct patient care is essential.

Comprehensive induction, training and ongoing support will be provided to meet the needs of the role.

For further details, informal enquiries or to arrange a visit, please contact:

Jodie JonesInterim Medical MatronEmail: Jodie.Jones20@wales.nhs.uk

If you relish a challenge, have a passion to help others or simply fancy a fresh start, then Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) North Wales, has all the right ingredients. The largest health organisation in Wales, providing a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and elective hospital services for a population of around 700,000, across North Wales . Join our team and get the support you need, in line with our Organisational Values and 'Proud to Lead' competence framework.

Enjoy being part of working with engaged leadership at all levels, and be assured we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and are proud to welcome applicants under the "Disability Confident Employer" scheme.

Please check your email account regularly. Successful applicants will receive all recruitment related correspondence via the email account registered on the application form.

Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.

Qualifications and/or knowledge

Essential: - NVQ level 3 in Health & Social care related subjects or equivalent qualifications/experience

Experience

Essential: - Experience of working within a relevant health or social care environment, providing direct patient care.

Skills

Essential: - Good communication skills - verbal and written, with the ability to convey information clearly and sensitively.