Clinical Support Worker – MacDonald Ward - Conquest Hospital
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Overview
MacDonald Ward is an acute 28-bedded Complex Care Frailty ward caring for elderly patients. The team is friendly and supportive, driven by a strong commitment to high standards of care. We are looking for highly motivated, dynamic and passionate Health Care Assistants to provide specialist support for patients with multiple medical conditions, frailty, dementia, delirium, falls, and mobility difficulties.
Responsibilities
* Provide delegated clinical procedures such as removal of cannula and undertaking physiological observations.
* Escort patients from clinical areas and provide personal care.
* Accurately document all interventions and care activities.
* Book hospital transport to take patients home.
* Participate in induction and mandatory Trust statutory training.
* Work as part of a multidisciplinary team, demonstrating initiative and effective communication.
Qualifications
* Minimum of GCSE English and Maths at grade C or 4, or Functional Skills for English/Maths.
* Care Certificate or NVQ2 two in Health and Social Care (or an equivalent qualification).
* Experience as a Clinical Support Worker or hospital experience preferable but not essential.
* Commitment to high standards of patient care and personal professional development.
Benefits
* Staff development and mentorship, clinical supervision.
* Access to NHS Pension Scheme and temporary workforce service enrolment.
* Onsite nurseries, staff restaurants, accommodation, and parking (£50 a year).
* Free psychological support through the confidential Employee Assistance Programme.
Contact
Name: Victoria Curtis-Bird, Matron
Email address: v.curtis-bird@nhs.net
Telephone number: 0300 131 4500
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