University Hospitals of North Midlands is currently unable to provide sponsorship for Band 2 and Band 3 roles. The primary role of a Band 3 Senior Clinical Support Worker is to assist, support and work in collaboration with the Registered Nurse and the wider multidisciplinary team; in order to provide a safe and holistic approach to person-centred care.
The Band 3 Senior Clinical Support Worker should actively contribute to the health and well-being of patients, staff and service users and be able to communicate effectively with sensitivity and compassion. They should be able to work independently within their sphere of nursing while under the supervision of registered nurses. Band 3 Senior Clinical Support Workers should demonstrate a level of skill and understanding which enables them to undertake specific skills and tasks delegated by the registered nurse and in accordance with relevant procedures, guidelines and policies at UHNM. Key to this role is flexibility with the requirement for staff to work variable shifts over 7 days a week on a week by week basis within agreed limits.o Taking Clinical Observations and Recording on Vitals/Papero Venepunctureo Glucose Monitoringo Pregnancy Testingo Urine Analysis (Strip)o Taking Faecal Sampleso Carry out 12 lead ECGo Observing patients for signs of agitation or distress (Clinical holding/Restraint)o Wound Observationo Simple Wound Dressingo Removal of Peripheral Cannulao Take Swabs (e.g. MRSA)o Support and Assist New Staff- Buddy System/Care Certificate Supervisor (Training available via ESR)
University Hospitals of North Midlands NHS Trust is one of the largest and most modern in the country. Based across two sites, Royal Stoke in Stoke-on-Trent and County Hospital in Stafford, we are proud to serve around three million people and we're highly regarded for our facilities, teaching and research. All of our employees make a valuable contribution regardless of role here at UHNM and we are proud of our wide range of development packages aimed at ensuring that everyone has the opportunity to fulfil their true potential.
UHNM create and encourage a culture of inclusion, providing equal opportunities for career development that are fair and transparent. We are committed to being a diverse and inclusive employer and foster a culture in which all staff feel valued and respected. At University Hospitals of North Midlands NHS Trust we know that investing in, supporting and developing our staff has a direct impact on the quality of care that we deliver. The post holder will be required to undertake as appropriate any training packages relevant to the healthcare setting and do on-going training as determined by the Trust and/or by their line manager.
For all new Health Care staff, it is mandatory that they complete the Care Certificate within 12 weeks off issuance.
All new health care staff are required to complete both Corporate and Care Coach Induction within their first week of employment.
The post holder will work towards completion of a vocational qualification in care as agreed in their PDR.
Dexterity to undertake nursing care procedures as appropriate
Under direct or non-direct supervision of a Registered Nurse as deemed appropriate and will assist with all aspects of essential patient care.
Provision of personal care to patients.
Prepares equipment/s for medical and nursing staff to use during procedures.
Assist medical and nursing staff with procedures as required.
Act as a chaperone, supporting patients undergoing examinations or procedures.
Follows policies and may participate in discussion on proposed changes to procedures.
Demonstrates safe working practices in the use of equipment in the clinical area completion of mandatory training.
Engages with individual training programs and local protocols, checks and cleans equipment/s.
Under the direction and supervision of the sister / Charge nurse order stocks and supplies and ensure they are stored appropriately.
Demonstrates their own duties to new starters and bank / agency staff.
Adheres to Trust Standards of Dress policy.
Completion of relevant patient documentation under direct or non-direct supervision of a Registered Nurse as deemed appropriate.
The post holder will be required to undertake as appropriate any training packages relevant to the healthcare setting and do on-going training as determined by the Trust and/or by their line manager.
For all new Health Care staff, it is mandatory that they complete the Care Certificate within 12 weeks off issuance.
All new health care staff are required to complete both Corporate and Care Coach Induction within their first week of employment.
The post holder will work towards completion of a vocational qualification in care as agreed in their PDR.
Dexterity to undertake nursing care procedures as appropriate
Under direct or non-direct supervision of a Registered Nurse as deemed appropriate and will assist with all aspects of essential patient care.
Provision of personal care to patients.
Prepares equipment/s for medical and nursing staff to use during procedures.
Assist medical and nursing staff with procedures as required.
Act as a chaperone, supporting patients undergoing examinations or procedures.
Follows policies and may participate in discussion on proposed changes to procedures.
Demonstrates safe working practices in the use of equipment in the clinical area completion of mandatory training.
Engages with individual training programs and local protocols, checks and cleans equipment/s.
Under the direction and supervision of the sister / Charge nurse order stocks and supplies and ensure they are stored appropriately.
Demonstrates their own duties to new starters and bank / agency staff.
Adheres to Trust Standards of Dress policy.
Completion of relevant patient documentation under direct or non-direct supervision of a Registered Nurse as deemed appropriate.
oEducated to GSCE level or Level 2 equivalent, including Maths and English old a Care Certificate oMinimum of 12 months care experience
oHold a Care Certificate o
oMinimum of 12 months care experience
oAbility to cover a variety of shifts over 7 days a week including weekends and bank holidays
oEducated to GSCE level or Level 2 equivalent, including Maths and English old a Care Certificate oMinimum of 12 months care experience
oHold a Care Certificate o
oMinimum of 12 months care experience
oAbility to cover a variety of shifts over 7 days a week including weekends and bank holidays
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.
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..
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.
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..
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