Job Description
Job summary To work as a member of the nursing team, under the supervision and guidance of a Registered NurseUndertakes delegated personal care duties for patients/clients.To provide support for the Registered Nursing staff in maintaining a stable and safe clinical environment. Main duties of the job Main duties of a senior clinical support worker include:ECGCannulationVena-punctureWound carePersonal carePlasteringDocumentation About us We are committed to being an inclusive and diverse employer. We strive to employ people who reflect the communities we serve, and aim to create an inclusive culture where everyone can reach their full potential. Whatever your race, ethnicity, belief, generation, sexual orientation, gender or gender identity, disability or experience, you'll appreciate the opportunities we give you to work in an inclusive atmosphere. We welcome applications from people of diverse backgrounds, perspectives and experiences to build on the progress we've achieved to make our Trust diverse and the best place to work. We celebrate the diversity of thought, viewpoints and ideas that help us overcome challenges and embrace new possibilities. We have signed the Armed Forces Covenant Pledge and have a commitment to the Armed Forces Community. We are dedicated to using our Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) approach as our shared organisation model of change to enhance our services and ensure excellence in patient care. If you are considering applying for a role, please be aware that as an NHS Employee you may have contact with vulnerable service users. We strongly encourage that all our staff are vaccinated against COVID-19 and are vaccinated annually against Flu, in order to protect the health and safety of our staff and patients. Your commitment will help us to put the safety and care of our patients first, as well as helping us to protect you and your colleagues. Job description Job responsibilities General responsibilitiesClinical ResponsibilitiesManagerial responsibilitiesProfessional responsibilitiesEducation and development responsibilitiesIn addition to the responsibilities outlined above, please see the detailed job description and person specification for further information. Person Specification Education and Training Essential NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care (or equivalent) Evidence of mandatory training and other relevant study days Skills and Abilities Essential Physical skills obtained through practice Demonstrate competence in nursing procedures that require basic understanding of Anatomy & Physiology Prioritise, plan own work Able to act on own initiative (in relation to delivering patient/client care) To be able to supervise less experienced staff Desirable Act as NVQ assessor European Computer Driving Licence (ECDL) Experience Essential Previous relevant experience in dealing with the public Experience of working in an Emergency Department Personal Attributes Essential Demonstrates a caring disposition