Health Care Support Worker - WARD 3A Glasgow, Scotland
Job description
NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde is one of the largest healthcare systems in the UK employing around 40,000 staff in a wide range of clinical and non-clinical professions and job roles. We deliver acute hospital, primary, community and mental health care services to a population of over 1.15 million and a wider population of 2.2 million when our regional and national services are included.
Due to the anticipated response to this post it may close before the closing date noted on the advert therefore once you start your application form please complete it immediately
Ward 3a is a busy in patient environment catering to children with complex needs requiring a wide range of clinical care. The ward can be a challenging environment to work in and candidates should be prepared for that. The children we care for have a multitude of needs and may require degrees of assistance with all aspects of daily living. This includes washing dressing and feeding. Patient behaviours can be challenging and unexpected, both physically and emotionally. This being said looking after these children is an immensely satisfying job and we are a close knit, skilled and professional team to join.
The applicant should have a keen interest in working with children with complex needs, and be able to work closely with families. Good communication skills are required. The applicant should be flexible and able to adapt to new skills and environments. Ventilation training would be provided on the job and will require the successful applicant to gain and maintain new skills and knowledge.
There a various hours available
The shift pattern is rotational days / nights 12 hour shifts
Informal Contact: Eleanor Selkirk, Senior Charge Nurse, Tel No: 0141 452 4500
Details on how to contact the Recruitment Service can be found within the Candidate Information Packs
NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde encourages applications from all sections of the community. We promote a culture of inclusion across the organisation and are proud of the diverse workforce we have.
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