Overview
As a member of the team in this enhanced role, you will support and work closely with registered practitioners to deliver a high standard of care to patients, families and their carers in a safe and supportive environment without the need for direct supervision. You will work as part of the wider team to develop and maintain services provided to patients and contribute to the safe, efficient and smooth running of the ward/clinical area or department, whilst maintaining the dignity and privacy of all patients and respecting their right to confidentiality. The Oxford University Hospitals Support Worker Academy team deliver an enhanced and extended induction programme to facilitate the training and education required to maintain quality assurance, support and guidance to ensure timely completion and compliance. Undertake a range of delegated and specific clinical skills for patients that demonstrate an enhanced level of competency/technical expertise documented in the plan of care (see specific clinical skills).
* Prepare patients, families/carers and the environment for clinical activities, supporting and reassuring patients and their families/carers and preparing specific equipment as necessary.
* Monitor closely patients having undergone a clinical activity, ensuring their safety, comfort and well-being.
* To assist all patients of all genders with their personal care needs, empowering patients and/or families/carers and actively encouraging participation. This may involve maintaining hygiene needs such as helping patients to wash and dress themselves and assisting with toileting needs, maintaining privacy and dignity at all times.
* To assess and monitor the patient's skin integrity and to report and document immediately any changes or concerns in their condition.
* Demonstrate the ability to put patients at the heart of what you do and recognise different needs by encouraging a spirit of support, integrity, respect and teamwork.
* Good command of spoken English assessed at interview. Motivated to develop knowledge and skills.
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