An exciting opportunity has arisen for Health Care Support Worker (HCSW) who aspires to work in a busy / active and evolving Acute Medical Ward. The successful candidate will provide support to the registered nursing staff to ensure the delivery of high quality care. Previous experience is desirable but not essential as full training will be given. You will have excellent communication, interpersonal, and organisational skills and will be expected to deliver relevant care without direct supervision.
You must be committed to delivering person centred care. The successful candidate will be an enthusiastic, self‑motivated and a committed individual with a desire to join a progressive, innovative team. A keen interest in working within an acute setting and the drive to learn new skills is essential.
The successful candidate must possess the ability to communicate well with patients, carers and relatives. Have the ability to carry out assigned tasks, ensuring delivery of high standard safe, effective and person‑centred care. You will receive a comprehensive induction package and annual appraisal. The shift patterns of the inpatient service cover 24 hours over 7 days and there will be an expectation that successful candidates will rotate onto night duty.
For informal enquiries please contact Katie Toole, Senior Charge Nurse on 01592 643355, ext. 27928.
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A requirement of this post is to become a member of the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme prior to appointment.
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