Job Overview
The post holder will work as part of the nursing team delivering evidence based high quality clinical care that focuses on the direct need of the patient.
The post holder will assist registered nurses/practitioner in the provision of delegated care of patients. The post holder will endeavour to provide for the holistic needs of the individual, in conjunction with other disciplines within the health care environment.
The post holder will undertake a broad range of duties and will be expected to work independently and as part of the team, supervising patients and assisting them with future care plan.
The post holder will also be required to offer assistance in induction of junior healthcare workers and apprenticeships.
The post holder will be able to deliver elements of health and social care by having the knowledge and assessed level of competence to undertake such a role which will be locally assessed.
To provide day to day care for service users under supervision of a Clinician which adheres to best practice, standards and guidelines, and contributes towards the service users care and treatment.
Work in partnership with service users, other members of the MDT staff as appropriate, to achieve the optimum health outcome for clients
To be part of the MDT in providing a high and consistent level of holistic care, maintaining the dignity and equality of the individual. This includes direct care.
Main duties of the job
An opportunity has arisen for someone caring and enthusiastic to work full time as a Band 3 Health Care Support Worker within the Denbighshire Community Mental Health Team.
Candidates must hold a positive attitude to the mental health care of the older persons client group and be able to ensure that individual's needs for privacy, respect, dignity and confidentiality are maintained at all times.
The successful candidate will provide high standards of care and work as part of a well-established and supportive multidisciplinary team based at Community Mental Health Team in Denbighshire.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.
Working for our organisation
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.
Detailed Job Description And Main Responsibilities
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.
Person specification
Qualifications And/or Knowledge
Essential criteria
QCF Level 3 or equivalent qualifications/experience
NVQ level 3 in Health & Social care related subjects or equivalent qualifications/experience
Good knowledge of anatomy & physiology
Have an understanding of multi disciplinary/ agency working and of individual team roles
Desirable criteria
All Wales HCSW induction framework
Training in Mental Health
Understanding of risk management and health and safety issues
Experience
Essential criteria
Experience of working as a HCSW without direct supervision in a clinical setting and being managed by a qualified practitioner.
Good understanding of risk assessment and management
Significant experience of working in a caring environment for older people
Desirable criteria
Experience of working in a mental health care setting
Experience of working in the community
Skills
Essential criteria
Evidence of Being able to provide wound care using aseptic technique
ANNT
Phlebotomy
Basic observations
The ability to communicate clearly and accurately.
The ability to be adaptable to new and changing circumstances.
The ability to work alone under supervision and to understand when to seek clinical advice and support
Desirable criteria
Vital signsital signs recording (BP pulse, temp, respirations, blood sugar) Venepuncture Routine ECG recording Urine testing Any other specific clinical skills at this level of practice pertaining to role as per service need
Knowledge and understanding of clinic activities
Personal Qualities
Essential Criteria
Excellent communication skills.
Ability to work independently within professional boundaries.
Good decision making skills.
Standard keyboard skills
Desirable criteria
IT skills eg EDCL
Ability to speak Welsh
Works well as a team member
Values
Essential Criteria
Put patients first, work together, value and respect each other, learn and innovate, communicate open and honestly
Desirable criteria
ability to approach any problem in a calm and professional manner.
Other
Essential criteria
Commitment to continuous improvements of patient care.
To be flexible within the needs of the service, for example working unsociable hours
Ability to use own initiative
Ability to work without direct supervision
Ability to travel in a timely manner to meet the requirements of the role