Health Care Support Worker Chelsea, England
Job description
We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated Healthcare Support Worker to join our team. The post requires flexibility to work a variety of shift patterns including nights and the candidate must have an ability to deliver care to the highest standards.
The post we are offering is at band 3 level and therefore the candidate should have a minimum of 1 years’ experience in an acute ward setting. The post holder will need the ability to work closely within a team and provide support for nurses and junior healthcare assistants. It is essential the candidate has good communication skills with patients and staff, excellent verbal and written English whilst delivering exceptional and compassionate care.
Candidates for this role will have already obtained the Care Certificate.
The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust is a centre of excellence for research, development, education and care in the treatment of cancer. The reputation we have arises from the hard work, skills and successes of each and every one of our employees. You could be one of them.
1.1. To carry out in a responsible and efficient way, the nursing care for patients which has been drawn up in conjunction with the co-ordinator of the shift.
1.2. To demonstrate the ability to develop a greater awareness and understanding of the needs of patients with cancer and the different treatment modalities
1.3. As an integral member of the nursing team work with team members to ensure the maintenance of an efficient, safe, clean and pleasant environment for all patients.
The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust is a world-leading cancer centre. Our role is to offer our patients the best cancer care available anywhere in the world, and to continue to make a global contribution to finding better ways of diagnosing and treating cancer. We employ over 4,500 staff in a diverse range of careers including nursing, medical, science, radiography, pharmacy, occupational therapy, finance and administrative services. We have two hospitals – one in Chelsea, London, and one in Sutton, Surrey – as well as a Medical Daycare Unit in Kingston Hospital
At The Royal Marsden, we deal with cancer every day, so we understand how valuable life is. When people entrust their lives to us, they have the right to demand the very best. That's why the pursuit of excellence lies at the heart of everything we do.
At the heart of the hospital is our dedicated team. We offer a stimulating and dynamic working environment, a wide range of staff benefits and learning and development opportunities. We are looking for employees who aspire to excellence, share our values and can play a crucial role in our on-going achievements.
For further information on this role, please see the attached detailed Job Description and Person Specification.
Clinical Responsibility
2.1 To undertake and practice the Care Certificate standards.
2.2 Monitoring and recording patients’ vital signs (including blood pressure, pulse, temperature, oxygen saturation) and reporting any abnormal results to registered nursing staff.
2.3 Measuring and recording patients’ height and weight.
2.4 Performing venepuncture and venous blood sampling. After training and assessment of competency.
2.5 Undertakes clinical tasks relevant to the specific clinical area following competency sign off, for example, ECG, urinalysis, MRSA screening swabs, recording of allergies on EPR and other clinical tasks where training/competency sign off deemed appropriate for HCSW that has been ratified through NRRAC.
2.6 Assisting with nutrition where applicable e.g. assisting with menu completion, feeding assistance. Working closely with the ward host/hostess and housekeeper. Understanding the dietary needs of patients and utilise diet charts and fluid balance charts appropriately.
2.7 Liaising with the trusts MDT as appropriate to ensure complete holistic care is provided.
