Job Overview
Templer Ward, located within Newton Abbot Community Hospital, is a 30-bed inpatient ward. Twenty beds are designated for specialist stroke and neuro-rehabilitation patients following treatment in an acute hospital setting. The remaining ten beds cater to patients requiring general medical care and rehabilitation. These senior healthcare support worker jobs offer an opportunity to work as part of a proactive multidisciplinary team, encouraging patients to achieve their maximum rehabilitation potential to enable safe discharge from the hospital. The team prioritizes care, inclusivity, and quality, focusing on strengths-based and innovative approaches to improvement. Support and encouragement will be provided for developing both new and existing skills within the role. Individuals passionate about working collaboratively with patients to address their needs will contribute significantly to the Torbay and South Devon Team. #CareToJoinUsTSD
Main Duties of the Job
The ideal candidate will demonstrate care and compassion, working effectively within a multi-disciplinary team to deliver high standards of individualized nursing care.
Key responsibilities include:
- Excellent communication and the ability to work independently, prioritizing workloads to achieve optimal patient outcomes.
- Supporting the care, protection, and well-being of individuals while maintaining privacy and dignity at all times.
- Flexibility to work rotational shifts, including days, nights, and weekends.
Working for the Organisation
The team works in an integrated manner with allied health care professionals in the locality. A motivated and caring approach is demonstrated toward both patients and colleagues.
Flexibility and the promotion of a healthy work-life balance are central to the team’s values. The following additional benefits are available:
- NHS Pension Scheme
- Childcare facilities at the day nursery
- Generous holiday entitlement starting at 27 days annually (for full-time workers) plus bank/public holidays
- Staff discounts
- Career development and training opportunities
- Employee support through a 24-hour helpline
Detailed Job Description and Responsibilities
Communication and Working Relationships:
- Collaborating effectively as a team member.
Planning and Organisation
- Recognizing and responding to situations within the work area and reporting to the nurse in charge.
Responsibilities and Skills
- Providing direct patient care under the delegation of the Registered Nurse and documenting care provided.
Service Responsibility
- Assisting with last offices and supporting relatives and carers.
Please Note: This post is not eligible for sponsorship.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential Criteria:
- NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care or equivalent.
Desirable Criteria:
- Care certificate.
- English and Mathematics at GCSE Grade A-C (9-4) or Level 2 Functional Skills.
Knowledge and Experience
Essential Criteria
- Experience in a care environment or evidence of a caring nature/life experience.
- Understanding of the need for strict confidentiality.
Desirable Criteria
- Knowledge of complex care needs, including safeguarding, domestic abuse, and mental health.
Specific Skills
Essential Criteria
- Basic computer and keyboard skills.
- Fine motor skills for tasks such as venepuncture and phlebotomy.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Ability to prioritize, organize, and perform under instruction or pressure as part of a team.
- Competency in record-keeping for both handwritten and electronic formats.
- Demonstrated empathy, sensitivity, and adaptability in communication.
- Effective stress management and support for others during emotional distress.
- Willingness to undertake training and acquire new skills.
- Adaptability to challenging and changing circumstances.
- A positive commitment to diversity and equality policies approved by the Trust.
Desirable Criteria
- Competencies relevant to healthcare.
This role offers an opportunity to join England’s first fully integrated care organization, committed to improving the delivery of safe, high-quality health and social care.
Carer-friendly policies are in place, including flexible working options and a Carer’s Passport scheme providing access to support and discounts.
Important Information
- The vacancy may close early if a high volume of applications is received. Early application is encouraged.
- Tailor applications to reflect the role, referencing the job description.
- Correspondence will be via Trac, text, and email; these should be checked regularly.
- Applicants with no prior NHS experience will typically be appointed at the minimum of the band.
- Candidates not invited for an interview within 28 days of the closing date should consider the application unsuccessful.
- Ensuring the timely receipt of appropriate references is essential.
The Trust is dedicated to preventing discrimination, valuing diversity, and promoting equality of opportunity. Equal treatment is assured regardless of the nine protected characteristics as governed by the Equality Act 2010. Support can be accessed through the Equality Business Forum, which represents all protected groups.
Application Deadline: Midnight, 6th December 2024.
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