Healthcare Support Worker Sheffield, England
Job description
Please only apply for this role if you have a valid right to work in the UK.
Recruiting for Health Care Support Workers Vacancies working in various sites across Sheffield.
Health Care Support Workers are an integral part of our in-patient teams which support the delivery of complex packages of care to adults who are experiencing mental health issues, including acute care for adults of working age and older adults who may be living with dementia. We offer a wealth of experience and opportunities to work alongside clinicians who are committed to ensuring high quality care.
To do this role you need to have good communication skills and empathy, an understanding of patient centred care and motivation to support people who may be presenting challenging behaviour caused by their mental health crisis or dementia. Previous experience of working as a healthcare assistant, lived experience or of supporting a family member with mental health issues will be a significant advantage in this role.
You will be part of a multi- disciplinary team and will be expected to support individuals with all aspects of care, including personal care and supporting in providing nutritional intake. You will be expected to be calm under pressure and offer support to patients who are distressed and observant to risk issues to your patients and colleagues.
We operate a shift rota system at present compromising of early, late and night shifts including weekends and bank holidays. You need to be able to work flexibility to support the 24 hour service.
In addition you will receive 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays
Working on our wards requires a person who shares the trust values and is dedicated, hardworking, and responsive. They must be good communicators and someone that wants to be challenged. You will work under the supervision of registered nurses, though interactions with patients you will maintain compassionate and professional attitude. Our wider Multi-Disciplinary Team consists of Doctors, Nurses, Occupational therapists. Physiotherapists, Psychologists.
Our wards are busy environments that require our staff to be aware of the needs of our patients new ideas and initiatives are continually being implemented, reviewed and refined all with the purpose of making care and treatment effective.
We are passionate about providing the very best care to the people we support. What is it that makes our Trust such a special place to work? Well, it's all about the people. Our staff, service users, carers and families all come from such diverse backgrounds and all have expertise and stories to share.
If you're interested in developing your career, you'll have access to a range of training and education opportunities, including apprenticeships, work experience and placements, as well as the chance to get involved in research.
We are all very proud of the difference we make to people's lives each and every day and if that's something that you'd like to be part of we'd love to have you with us.
To be aware of the Trusts’ philosophy of care and the contribution the Support Worker is expected to make to ensure the continuation of high standards of care.
To communicate effectively with other members of the Team in respect of patient presentations, progress against their recovery plan and general concerns.
To ensure positive approaches to patient engagement. Where undertaking specific observations of patients, to do so in line with the available policies and guidelines.
To implement elements of the patients plan of care as delegated by the named nurse or nurse in charge.
To contribute to the ongoing risk assessment progress in relation to monitoring, observing and engaging with patients, communicating outcomes and conclusions with the rest of the Team and the nurse in charge.
To take a positive approach to responding to patients in acute distress, adopting principles of diffusion and de-escalation. Where physical interventions or restraint are required, to approach in line with available guidance and approved techniques, providing for the safety and dignity of the patient(s).
To take a positive approach in supporting patients with their medication regimes, in terms of encouragement and the provision of relevant information Assist patients with their daily activities of living, if identified in the patients’ plan of care, to ensure that all personal needs are met
Following suitable assessments by the nurse in charge, to escort patients on leave from the Ward, overseeing their safety and wellbeing until their return. As a member of the Team, to contribute to providing a quality environment for patients in relation to safety, dignity, comfort and day to day activities.
To participate in supervision and annual personal development reviews (PDR To undertake necessary essential training, over a period of time, in relation to suitable issues relevant to the role, which could include, for example and dependent on tier of entry.
Basic/Advanced Life Support RESPECT Training
Cavendish Care Certificate
To be aware of the Trusts’ Personal Safety Plan and apply in day to day practice. Take active and positive approaches to support and encourage patients meet their dietary needs, over the 24 hour period
To observe confidentiality regarding patients at all times. Document patients’ presentation, progress and any significant events in Nursing Notes and ensure that these entries are counter-signed by a Registered Nurse as appropriate.
Assist medical staff with routine examinations. Assist in the collection of specimens that require either ward or laboratory examination.
To respond to spillages of waste or bodily fluids in line with health and safety guidelines and control of infection guideline.
Assist in the stripping, cleaning and making of beds and the safe disposal of soiled linen in the absence of housekeepers.
Undertake a range of practical tasks and duties in support of the Ward Team and patient need.
Assist in the response to a missing patient as directed by the nurse in charge and available policies.
To use relevant information in support of patient care and care planning, including available electronic information systems.
