Vale of Leven General Hospital
NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) is one of the largest healthcare systems in the United Kingdom, employing approximately 40,000 staff across a wide range of clinical and non-clinical professions and roles. We deliver acute hospital, primary, community and mental health services to a population of over 1.15 million people, and to a wider population of 2.2 million when regional and national services are included.
The role:
The Senior Healthcare Support Worker (HCSW) is part of the multidisciplinary team delivering care to patients. Support and supervision is provided by a Registered Nurse. The Healthcare Support Worker carries out a range of patient care tasks and duties to enable the team to provide an effective and efficient service within Acute hospital settings. To achieve this, the Senior HCSW will:
1. Competently perform the necessary aspects of care for patients
2. Ensure effective delivery of nursing care is provided to patients and that an acceptable standard is maintained
3. Follow all NHSGGC policies and provide a safe and person-centred environment for the treatment of patients
4. Participate in personal and practice development activities to maintain standards of care
Duration, Location, and Working Pattern:
5. An exciting opportunity has arisen within the Acute Medical Receiving Unit at the Vale of Leven for a band 3 HCSW
6. We are looking for a caring, hardworking individual to join our team at Vale of Leven Hospital
7. The shift pattern for this post is rotational
8. Please note the salary is Pro Rata for part time hours
Key responsibilities:
Patient care and clinical duties
9. Demonstrates care and compassion to patients, carers and relatives to help ensure high quality person centred patient care is delivered at all times
10. To carry out a range of assigned patient care tasks as directed by a Registered Nurse to ensure delivery of a high quality of patient care
11. To report observed changes in the patients physical/psychological needs to the Registered Nurse
12. Performs a range of tests and report results to Registered Nurse, e.g. urinalysis, blood pressure, pregnancy testing, patient observations and similar activities
13. Performs a range of patient care tasks e.g. wound observation and dressings, removal of peripheral cannula, stoma bag changing and reports any issues to the Registered Nurse
14. To deal with questions and enquiries from patients, carers and relatives e.g. on the clients condition or for any suggestions or complaints that they wish to raise. Where appropriate, refer these to a Registered Nurse
15. Assists with the safe transfer of all patients
16. Communicates/liaises with members of the multi-disciplinary team to ensure high standards of patient care
Policies, procedures and standards
17. To maintain patient confidentiality at all times and follow information governance policies and procedures.
18. To participate in maintaining accurate and up-to-date records, e.g. fluid intake charts to ensure effective communication
19. To follow NHSGGC policies and procedures to ensure maintenance of safe working practices for patients and colleagues
20. To follow ward and unit procedures for the use of supplies and equipment in order to promote the effective and efficient use of resources
21. More responsibilities can be found in the attached job description
Knowledge, training, qualifications and/or experience required to do the job:
22. Training is provided to enable the Senior HCSW to comply with the Mandatory Induction Standards for Healthcare Support Workers in Scotland 2009; and with the Code of Conduct for Healthcare Support Workers, both as amended from time to time
23. Qualifications and experience:
24. SVQ 3 qualification or equivalent knowledge gained in a relevant area through experience, on the job training and short courses
25. Knowledge required:
26. Understands and complies with HCSW mandatory induction standards and code of conduct
27. Completion and maintenance of statutory & mandatory learning activities
28. Awareness, understanding and compliance of policies and practices e.g. Escort Policy, Prevention and control of infection and Health and Safety
29. This post holder is therefore able to work within the scope of their practice under direct and indirect supervision by the registered nurse (training will be provided)
30. Can demonstrate knowledge of equipment used within the department to support the registered nurse and ensure that they are compatible and in good working order. Will escalate any concerns to a registered nurse
31. Training and personal development
32. Completion of in house training programme as required
33. Continues to develop knowledge and practice through a combination of instruction, on the job learning, attending teaching sessions and study days, where appropriate
34. Skills required:
35. Can demonstrate a range of core skills to competently undertake patient care and other tasks and activities
36. Effective written and verbal communication, literacy, numeracy and IT skills
37. Personal qualities and behaviour
38. A demonstration of caring and compassionate attributes
39. Ability to work as part of the multidisciplinary team
What we offer:
We offer a wide range of supportive policies designed to enhance your employee journey, including a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme, Cycle to Work Scheme, bursary scheme and extensive learning and development opportunities.
As an NHS Scotland employee, you will be entitled to:
40. A minimum of 27 days annual leave, increasing with length of service, plus public holidays
41. Membership of the NHS Pension Scheme, including life insurance benefits
42. Salary Sacrifice Car Benefit Scheme
43. Development opportunities including study bursaries, e-learning and classroom-based courses
44. Enhanced pay for working public holidays
45. NHS discounts on a wide range of goods and services
46. Confidential employee support and assistance, including counselling and psychological therapies
Interested?