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Healthcare Support Worker - Dunlop Ward

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Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust

14d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Entry & Junior Level
  • Healthcare

AI generated summary

  • You need care experience, excellent communication skills, team collaboration, and flexibility for varied shifts while prioritizing patient privacy and dignity.
  • You will provide compassionate patient care, monitor vital signs, assist with personal care, communicate effectively, and support team operations, including administrative tasks and risk assessments.

Requirements

  • The ideal candidate will have some care experience and will be able to work night shifts.
  • You will need excellent communication skills, and be able to work as part of a team, prioritising your workload to ensure the best outcomes for patients.
  • You will ensure that your own actions support the care, protection and well-being of individuals, and ensure their privacy and dignity at all times.
  • You will need to be flexible as this post includes days, nights and weekend working.

Responsibilities

  • We are looking for a caring and compassionate person who is able to work within a multi-disciplinary team to deliver a high standard of individualised nursing care to our patients.
  • You will need excellent communication skills, and be able to work as part of a team, prioritising your workload to ensure the best outcomes for patients.
  • You will ensure that your own actions support the care, protection and well-being of individuals, and ensure their privacy and dignity at all times.
  • Duties include monitoring and recording of vital signs, escorting patients off the ward for investigations/scans, assisting with personal care and nutritional support.
  • You will need to be flexible as this post includes days, nights and weekend working.
  • You will work as a team to assist and perform clinical responsibilities as delegated by our qualified nursing staff, including though not limited to:
  • Observing, monitoring and recording patients' conditions by taking temperatures, pulse, respirations, oxygen saturations and weight.
  • As well as providing personalised care such as infection prevention and control, food, personal hygiene and overall reassurance, comfort and safety.
  • Administrative duties such as answer the telephone, take messages and refer to the Staff Nurse for instructions, to take part as requested in ward/unit meetings, encouraging effective communications between other staff.
  • Assisting with the undertaking and implementation of risk assessments
  • Communicating with Staff, Patients, Relatives and Carers.
  • Recognising and responding to situations within the work area and report to the nurse in charge while acknowledging your own limitations and seeking advice of senior staff as required.

FAQs

What is the primary focus of Dunlop Ward?

Dunlop Ward specializes in the care of long-term cardiac conditions and Acute Medicine.

Is previous healthcare experience required for this role?

While the ideal candidate will have some care experience, it is not explicitly required.

Are there opportunities for professional development in this position?

Yes, further learning and development are encouraged, and a period of supernumerary time is provided to support you in your role.

Do I need to work night shifts?

Yes, the position requires flexibility to work days, nights, and weekends.

What are some of the main duties of a Healthcare Support Worker in this ward?

Main duties include monitoring and recording vital signs, assisting with personal care and nutritional support, and ensuring patient privacy and dignity.

How does the team structure work in Dunlop Ward?

You will work as part of a multi-disciplinary team alongside qualified nursing staff to deliver high standards of individualised care to patients.

What kind of support is available for employees?

Employees have access to a 24-hour helpline, and there are employee support programs in place.

What benefits does the organization offer?

The organization offers benefits such as the NHS Pension Scheme, generous holiday entitlement, childcare at a day nursery, staff discounts, and career development opportunities.

How can I contact the Ward Manager for more information?

You can contact Judith Hill, the Ward Manager, at judith.hill3@nhs.net or by telephone at 01803 655567 for further details or informal visits.

What qualities are emphasized for candidates applying to this role?

Candidates should be caring, compassionate, have excellent communication skills, and be focused on delivering quality care.

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Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust

Better health and care for all

Science & Healthcare
Industry
5001-10,000
Employees
1948
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust is a healthcare organisation in the UK that provides a wide range of medical and community services. This includes hospital care, community health services, adult social care, and mental health support across Torbay and South Devon. The Trust's mission is to deliver high-quality, compassionate care, ensuring patients and their families receive seamless, integrated support. Their purpose is to improve the health and well-being of the local community by offering personalised, patient-centred care.