Job overview
To assist the team to have a well-stocked, tidy and welcoming environment for patients. Carry out assigned tasks involving direct care of patients in support of and supervised by a registered nurse in accordance with local policy and trust guidelines. Relieve trained nurses of non-clinical duties.
To rotate through all clinical areas to meet service needs.
Main duties of the job
Under the supervision of the registered Nurse provide care to the highest attainable standard as an effective member of the clinical team, in accordance with agreed practice.
Please read the job description thoroughly prior to applying to ascertain if you think this demanding role will be suitable for you.
Working for our organisation
An exciting Band 3 Support Worker opportunity has arisen offering the chance to be part of the Elective Centre. We are looking for someone with passion and drive to continue making the unit a success.
Primarily based on the Burnley site you will be required to work flexibly to cover the needs of the service.
The state of the art Centre will cover elective surgical admissions to include an Day surgery unit with an inpatient facility, Procedure Room and Treatment room
The unit will open at 07:30 on a Monday and remain open until 14:00 Saturday afternoon and requires staffing cover to facilitate this.
The Elective Centre is a busy unit and is physically and mentally demanding.
Some cross site working will be required.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Communicate with patients and colleagues by telephone, face to face, in writing or electronically in order to contribute to the efficient running of the department.
Co-operate with members of the multi-disciplinary team and report patient information to the relevant member of staff.
Maintain a confidential and professional approach when dealing with patients, their relatives and other members of the multi-disciplinary team.
Comply with complaints policies and procedures
Participate in the training of Band 2, Cadet and Student Nurses
Attend mandatory training and reviews as local policy.
Participate in performance review process and achieve objectives.
Contribute to the development of the service.
Participate in clinical audit, trials and research within the department
Achieve agreed learning objectives
To promote the equality, diversity and rights of patients, relatives and colleagues.
Attend training courses as required e.g. induction, moving and handling, fire lectures etc.
Conduct duties with regard to values underpinning the Trust’s Vision:
· If its about me, involve me
· Working together in partnership
· Aspiring to excellence
Ongoing improvement of our service
Person specification
Essential/ Desirable
Essential criteria
* Basic numeracy and literacy skills
* Willingness to undertake further training
* Proven ability to manage priorities under pressure
* Proven ability to understand and comply with detailed procedures
* Able to work the hours required by the needs of the service
* Able to adapt to the changing needs of the service
* Proven ability to work effectively within a team
* Demonstrate a sympathetic/sensitive approach to patients and colleagues
* Proven ability to adapt to new ideas, knowledge and skills
* Demonstrate ability to use own initiative and work without close supervision
Desirable criteria
* NVQ level 2 or 3 in care
* Previous experience in health care setting
* Actively seeks to develop their own knowledge, skills and ability