We are proud to provide 'Outstanding' care and be a great place to work.
East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust provides safe, compassionate and high quality hospital and community care to the half a million people living in East Sussex and those who visit our local area.
We are one of the largest organisations in East Sussex with an annual income of £568 million and we are the only integrated provider of acute and community care in Sussex.
Our extensive health services are provided by over 8,000+ dedicated members of staff working from two acute hospitals in Hastings and Eastbourne, three community hospitals in Bexhill, Rye and Uckfield, over 100 community sites across East Sussex, and in people's own homes.
The Care Quality Commission (CQC) rated us as 'Good' overall, and 'Outstanding' for being Caring and Effective. The Conquest Hospital in Hastings and our Community Services were rated 'Outstanding' and Eastbourne DGH was rated 'Good' Our two acute hospitals have Emergency Departments and provide 24 hour a day care, offering a comprehensive range of surgical, medical, outpatient and maternity services, supported by a full range of diagnostic and therapy services.
Job overview
We are keen to attract Clinical Support Workers who are looking for a fast-paced and ever-changing environment. Our Emergency Departments are extremely busy; you will care for different groups of patients in Majors, Minors, Resus, Triage and The Clinical Decision Unit (CDU) We pride ourselves on having an integrated friendly and welcoming team
Some of our CSW's go on to further develop and undertake the Trainee Nursing Associate (TNA) programme to qualify as a Registered Nursing Associate (RNA) We have a Practice Educator within the Emergency Department who will support your learning to develop within the role of the CSW and beyond. We run regular training days for your development and you will be allocated to a team led by one of the Department's Matrons.
You must be able to work as part of a team, use your own initiative with effective interpersonal and communication skills, contributing fully as a member of the multi-disciplinary team. We will provide a supportive atmosphere, mentorship and clinical supervision on the unit and are committed to the professional development of all staff. Teamwork is an integral part of this unit with all staff enabled and empowered to make a real difference for their patients.
Main duties of the job
The role will be varied but might include insertion/removal of cannula, venepuncture, wound assessment and simple dressings, toileting, giving basic nursing care, undertaking ECGs and observations etc. Training and a period of supervision and supernumerary time will be given on induction.
We are looking for Clinical Support Workers who have hospital experience, this is desirable but not essential. A minimum of GCSE English and Maths grade C or 4 or Functional skills for English/Maths, Care Certificate and or NVQ2 in health and social care or the equivalent or the willingness to work towards this. Your role will be varied but might include insertion/removal of cannula, venepuncture, wound assessment and simple dressings, toileting, giving basic nursing care, undertaking ECGs and observations etc. Training and a period of supervision and supernumerary time will be given on induction.
Working for our organisation
We are proud to provide 'Outstanding' care and be a great place to work
We provide safe, compassionate and high quality care to half a million people living or visiting East Sussex. We are one of the largest organisations in East Sussex, the only integrated provider of acute and community care in Sussex. Our extensive services are provided by 7000 + members of staff working from acute hospitals in Hastings and Eastbourne, three community hospitals in Bexhill, Rye and Uckfield, over 100 community sites and in people's own homes.
In 2020 the Care Quality Commission rated us as 'Good' overall, and 'Outstanding' for being caring and effective. The Conquest Hospital and our Community Services are rated 'Outstanding'. Eastbourne DGH rated 'Good'.
In 2020, the Trust launched its ambitious 'Building for our Future' programme. This once in a lifetime programme aims to repair, redevelop and expand our hospitals, transforming the environment in which we provide care for generations to come.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
For further information or an informal discussion, please contact Mandy Cottingham - Head of Nursing on 0300 131 4500 requesting switchboard connect you
Person specification
Essential
Essential criteria
* GCSE English and Maths grade C or 4 or Functional skills for English/Maths
* Care Certificate (or willing to work towards)
* Relevant experience of working in Health or Social Care Environment delivering personal care or health care experience gained through an education programme
* Digital Skills, use of systems and ability to use physiological recording equipment and record findings
* Ability to undertake vital observations and recognise any concerns that require escalation to a registered professional
Patients come first at East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust.
Our vision is to be:
* The healthcare provider of first choice for the people of East Sussex.
Our mission is to:
* Deliver better health outcomes and an excellent experience for everyone we provide with healthcare services.
Our strategic objectives are to:
* Improve quality and clinical outcomes by ensuring that safe patient care is our highest priority.
* Play a leading role in local partnerships to meet the needs of our local population and improve and enhance patients' experiences.
* Use our resources efficiently and effectively for the benefit of our patients and their care to ensure our services are clinically, operationally and financially sustainable.
Our aims are that all services delivered by the Trust are:
* Safe
* Effective
* Caring
* Responsive and
* Well led
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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.
Application numbers
This vacancy may close early if it receives a high number of applications. Please complete and submit your application in good time to avoid disappointment.
Documents to download
* JD (PDF, 264.4KB)
* Guidance for Applicants - AFC (PDF, 152.4KB)
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