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Who we are:
NHS Ayrshire and Arran is one of 14 territorial NHS Boards within NHS Scotland.
In support of our core purpose of Working together to achieve the healthiest life possible for everyone in Ayrshire and Arran we are committed to a culture that is Caring Safe and Respectful. You will be required to work collaboratively in a safe, caring and respectful way.
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Position:
An opportunity has arisen for a Senior Health Care Support Worker to join the Adult Acute Admissions in patient team in NHS Ayrshire and Arran, more specifically working within ward 11
What you will do:
As a Band 3 Health Care Support worker working at Woodland View facility within Ayrshire Central Hospital site you will support the delivery of high quality nursing care, providing person-centred, recovery focused interventions as part of a multidisciplinary team.
A genuine interest in working with persons experiencing mental health problems is essential and experience of working within a care setting or role is highly desirable.
Successful applicants will work as a key component of a multidisciplinary team and, as such, should have excellent communication, interpersonal and time management skills along with a positive attitude and a proven ability to work as part of a team.
Applicants should be willing to undertake training to develop skills and competencies as required.
The post holders will support the nursing team in the provision of safe and effective clinical practice and assist in the enhancement of patient’s experience of care.
The post holders will also contribute to the delivery of the departments objectives whilst working in partnership with the multi-disciplinary team.
For further information on the role please click the link below to view the job description
Knowledge, training and/or experience required to do the job:
You will have excellent written and verbal communication skills and a well-developed knowledge of care of people with mental health problems. The post holder will display a positive attitude towards enhancing the care experience of service users.
You will have a willingness to engage in training opportunities to enhance your knowledge base and be able to provide evidence of professional development.
For further information on the requirements for the role please click the link below to view the person specification
Hours:
37 Hours per week
Driving Licence/Car Ownership:
A car licence/car ownership is essential to this role.
A flexible approach to shift patterns will be essential across the 24/7 period. For