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Healthcare Support Worker - Faraday Ward

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Barts Health NHS Trust

1mo ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Entry Level
  • Healthcare
  • London

AI generated summary

  • You must be a strong communicator, team-oriented, flexible, and willing to work in a challenging environment, including shifts. No sponsorship offered; training provided to develop competencies.
  • You will monitor patients, assist with personal care, support nutrition, perform delegated tasks, and collaborate with the nursing team while developing essential competencies under supervision.

Requirements

  • An excellent communicator, they have experience of working in a team, to ensure the comfort, wellbeing and safety of our patients.
  • Barts Health has a diverse and busy service that may require staff to be flexible in their working.
  • The post holder will be required to work within a challenging clinical environment and may undertake shift work which may include nights and weekends.
  • Due to government guidelines the trust is unable to provide sponsorship for this role.
  • The post holder will continue to develop essential competencies though training and practice to ensure safety and quality are the priority.
  • This post attracts individuals who are new to care.
  • You will receive support to complete the Band 3 competencies and progress into a Band 3 role within 6 months upon successful completion of all required competencies; until then, you will be placed at a Band 2 salary.

Responsibilities

  • Patient observations (e.g., monitoring vital signs)
  • Assisting with personal care and mobility
  • Supporting patients’ nutritional and hydration needs
  • Undertaking limited range of delegated duties (e.g. taking blood pressure, recording ECG, MRSA screening)
  • Simple wound dressings
  • Strong teamworking and communication skills are essential to ensure the comfort, wellbeing, and safety of our patients.
  • The post holder will be an integral part of the nursing team actively taking part in meeting the needs of patients and of the service in accordance with agreed standards under direct supervision of the registered nurse.
  • The post holder will continue to develop essential competencies though training and practice to ensure safety and quality are the priority.

FAQs

What qualifications do I need to apply for the Healthcare Support Worker position on Faraday Ward?

The position is open to both experienced Healthcare Support Workers and those new to care. Individuals new to care will receive support to complete the Band 3 competencies within six months upon successful completion of all required competencies.

What type of tasks will I be responsible for in this role?

As a Healthcare Support Worker on Faraday Ward, you will undertake patient observations, assist with personal care and mobility, support patients’ nutritional and hydration needs, perform limited delegated duties such as taking blood pressure and recording ECGs, and assist with simple wound dressings.

Is prior experience in healthcare necessary for this role?

While prior experience is beneficial, it is not necessary for those new to care. The trust offers support and training to help new recruits develop the required competencies.

Are there opportunities for career progression within this role?

Yes, individuals new to care will have the opportunity to progress into a Band 3 role upon successful completion of all required competencies within six months.

What are the working hours for this position?

The Healthcare Support Worker position may require flexibility in working hours, including shift work that may involve nights and weekends.

Is there a probation period for this position?

While specific details on the probation period are not mentioned, new staff members will work under the supervision of registered nurses while developing their essential competencies.

Will I receive training and support if I am new to care?

Yes, individuals new to care will receive comprehensive training and support to complete the Band 3 competencies.

Can I apply if I am not a UK resident?

Unfortunately, due to government guidelines, the trust is unable to provide sponsorship for this role.

Who can I contact for further details or informal visits regarding the position?

You can contact Krsitine Pascaul, the Ward Manager, via email at k.pascual@nhs.net for further details or to arrange an informal visit.

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Barts Health NHS Trust

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Mission & Purpose

Barts Health NHS Trust operates several major hospitals in East London, providing comprehensive healthcare services including emergency care, surgery, and specialist treatments. Their ultimate mission is to deliver high-quality, patient-centered care and improve health outcomes for the community they serve. Their purpose is to ensure that every patient receives the best possible treatment and support, fostering health and well-being across the diverse populations in their care.