Job overview
PLEASE NOTE THAT WE WILL ONLY ACCEPT APPLICATIONS FROM STAFF CURRENTLY EMPLOYED BY SWANSEA BAY HEALTH BOARD
Successful candidates will be appointed to either of the following dependant on their skills
· Nursing Support Worker Theatre (Band 3) - If the person specification is met and experience supports appointment
· Nursing Support Worker Theatre - Development Role (Band 3 - Annex 21) as set out within the NHS Wales Terms & Conditions of Employment (please see additional information provided which explains the trainee pay arrangements known as Annex 21).
It is a condition of appointment to the development position that the required competencies are achieved within 12 months*.
On successful attainment of the competencies, you will be appointed to the full remit of the Nursing Support Worker role and will work to the complete Job Description relating to that post.
During the development period you will gain hands on experience and be supported with training to enable you to undertake the competencies required for the role. Your pay set at 75% of the pay band maximum payment of the fully qualified rate (Band 3 salary). Upon successful completion of your training, your pay will increase to the Band 3 pay scale.
If the competencies are not achieved within 12 months from appointment this will not allow for successful progression to the full Band 3 role and this may result in re-deployment.
Main duties of the job
The Senior Healthcare Assistant (Level 3) has a greater degree of autonomy than the Healthcare Assistant and undertakes a broader range of health and care in accordance with policy and procedures. The post holder will work on their own initiative, undertaking delegated tasks with appropriate supervision in place from a registered practitioner/assistant practitioner.
The Senior Healthcare Assistant (Level 3) will assist the Registered Practitioner/ Assistant Practitioner in the assessment, on-going assessment, planning, management and evaluation of care. Under direction of the Registered Practitioner/ Assistant Practitioner, supports appropriate individualised, clinical/risk assessments providing accurate feedback as necessary.
Deliver safe, high quality, compassionate care following individualised care plans and treatment interventions determined by the Registered Practitioner.
Carry out specific delegated clinical and care tasks and responsibilities to a high standard and competency, under the direction and supervision of a Registered Practitioner/ Assistant Practitioner.
Support effective theatre efficiency and flow; collect patients and escort them to theatre, checking all relevant documentation and informing registered staff where there are any deviations.
Working for our organisation
We believe staff are our best asset and we want you to be happy and confident about starting your career here in Swansea Bay University Health Board.
As one of the biggest healthcare groups in the UK we can offer a wealth of professional training and development opportunities in an innovative, forward-thinking organisation.
You might be a nurse or doctor, maybe you specialise in a health science/therapy or can offer skills in one of our support services - we have a job for you.
There are also apprenticeships, work placements and volunteering roles available.
We are an inclusive employer and welcome applications from everyone whatever their sex; religion or belief; race; age; sexual orientation; gender identity or, whether they are pregnant or have recently been on maternity leave, married or are in a civil partnership; or, whether they are disabled.
Our values - Caring For Each Other, Working Together and Always Improving, show that our commitment to equality is at the heart of everything we do.
If you want excellent career and training opportunities while living on the doorstep of some of Europe's most spectacular scenery, with all the benefits of a thriving and cosmopolitan city - look no further.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Person specification
Qualification and knowledge
Essential criteria
1. Level 3 qualification in health care related subject
2. Knowledge of the Code of Conduct for Healthcare support workers in Wales and All Wales Delegation Guidelines (HEIW)
3. Knowledge of relevant policies and procedures within a healthcare setting, for example the principles of Safeguarding adults/children to keep patients within their care safe, and confidentiality, for example General Date Protection Regulations (GDPR)
Desirable criteria
4. Level 3 qualification in Perioperative support/ or equivalent qualification
Experience
Essential criteria
5. Experience of working within a relevant health or social care enviroment, providing direct patient care.
Desirable criteria
6. Experience of working with patient groups relevant to area of practice
7. Experience of working in the NHS
Skills & Attributes
Essential criteria
8. Good communication skills - verbal and written, with the ability to convey information clearly and sensitively.
9. Ability to work with minimum supervision to a high standard.
10. Ability to keep calm in stressful situations.
11. Ability to demonstrate a caring and compassionate approach.
12. Organisational skills, with the ability to plan and prioritise own and others workload efficiently.
13. Ability to use technology to undertake the role, eg Microsoft Office, virtual platforms such as TEAMS
Desirable criteria
14. Welsh Language Skills are desirable levels 1 to 5 in understanding, speaking, reading and writing in Welsh.
Other
Essential criteria
15. Enhanced DBS clearance
16. Ability to work a range of shift patterns
Swansea Bay University Health Board is committed to supporting its staff and processes to fully embrace the need for bilingualism thereby enhancing service users experience. In our commitment to increase the number of staff able to communicate in Welsh with patients and professionals, we would particularly welcome applications from Welsh speakers.
Equality remains at the centre of the Health Boards policy-making, service delivery and employment practices. We value the diversity of our staff and welcome applications from people from protected groups under the Equality Act 2010, this specifically includes age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/reassignment, race, religion, disability, pregnancy and maternity and marriage and civil partnership.
Employer certification / accreditation badges
Applicant requirements
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Welsh language skills are desirable