Job Overview
An exciting opportunity has arisen for the post of Nursing Support Worker, Band 3 on St Non Ward, an Older Adult Mental Health Ward in Haverfordwest. The successful applicant will have experience of working in an acute assessment inpatient setting and will demonstrate dynamic and innovative practice for the care of older adults with complex mental health needs. The Nursing Support Worker is a vital part of the multidisciplinary team, contributing to the patients' assessment and treatment pathway in several vital ways.
The role involves working under the guidance of registered nurses, engaging in a variety of interventions with patients, ranging from direct nursing care to monitoring physical health and supporting the assessment process to enable holistic care for the patient. Shift coverage requires flexibility to suit the needs of the service and to work within a 24‑hour, 365‑day shift system, including nights.
Main Duties
* Work as part of the multidisciplinary team delivering care to patients/service users experiencing mental health needs in the community/home setting or inpatient services, with support and supervision provided by a registered healthcare professional.
* Undertake or support personal care activities, daily living skills/tasks and clinical care duties with minimal support and supervision as delegated by a registered healthcare professional in accordance with the HEIW All Wales Guidelines for Delegation.
* Support the enhanced observation of patients who present as a high risk to themselves or others due to a mental health, cognitive or clinical condition.
* Ensure the registered healthcare professional is regularly updated on the patients'/client’s condition and progress.
* Ensure the working environment is safe and hygienic following infection prevention and control policies and processes.
* Contribute to the teaching and supervision of students and junior staff.
* Deliver the role in accordance with Health Board/Trust Values and Code of Conduct for HCSW’s in Wales, maintaining physical, procedural and relational security.
Qualifications and Requirements
* Experience of working in an acute assessment inpatient setting.
* Experience or ability to work under the guidance of registered nurses and interpret observation and engagement policies.
* Strong communication skills, with the ability to support the assessment process.
* Ability to maintain a safe and hygienic working environment in line with infection prevention and control policies.
* Desirable: Ability to speak Welsh. English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.
If you enjoy the challenge of working in a busy and rewarding setting, we would like to hear from you.
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