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Clinical Support WorkerinWirralinWirralPUBLISHED TUE 17 DEC 2024

Opportunity to make a positive impact on patient care, contributing to excellent patient experiences.
Working in a multidisciplinary team to create comprehensive care plans for frail patients over 74 years old.
Access to training and professional development within a large and busy acute Trust.
Warm and friendly work environment, reflected in positive patient feedback about staff being 'competent and caring'.
Position located in a beautiful area with stunning coastline and countryside, offering a pleasant work-life balance.
Easily accessible location with excellent transport links to major cities such as Liverpool, Chester, and Manchester.
Opportunity to build strong relationships with community services and other healthcare professionals.
The Wirral University Teaching Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is seeking full or part-time Clinical Support Workers to join their dedicated team at the OPAU, an assessment unit catering to patients over 74 who may experience frailty. The role involves supporting Registered Nurses and the multidisciplinary team in implementing patient care plans, as well as performing clerical and domestic tasks to maintain a safe environment. Candidates who are passionate about delivering excellent patient care and enhancing patient experiences are encouraged to apply.

Situated in the scenic Wirral peninsula, the trust is one of the largest acute healthcare providers in the North West of England, with a comprehensive range of acute services and over 6,000 staff serving a diverse population. The area boasts tremendous natural beauty and accessible transport links to major cities like Liverpool and Chester, making it an attractive place to work and live. Interested applicants can reach out to Leanne Glasson for further details or informal visits.
Opportunity to make a positive impact on patient care, contributing to excellent patient experiences.
Working in a multidisciplinary team to create comprehensive care plans for frail patients over 74 years old.
Access to training and professional development within a large and busy acute Trust.
Warm and friendly work environment, reflected in positive patient feedback about staff being 'competent and caring'.
Position located in a beautiful area with stunning coastline and countryside, offering a pleasant work-life balance.
Easily accessible location with excellent transport links to major cities such as Liverpool, Chester, and Manchester.
Opportunity to build strong relationships with community services and other healthcare professionals.

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Useful skills for a Clinical Support Worker:
To work as a Clinical Support Worker (CSW) in the UK, you typically need a combination of personal attributes, practical skills, and knowledge relevant to the role. Here’s a list of key skills and qualities that are often essential:
1. Communication Skills: Effective verbal and written communication is crucial when interacting with patients, families, and healthcare professionals.
2. Empathy and Compassion: Understanding and being sensitive to the needs and feelings of patients is vital in providing support and care.
3. Teamwork: Ability to work collaboratively with other healthcare staff, including nurses, doctors, and other support workers.
4. Attention to Detail: Being vigilant and accurate in tasks to ensure patient safety and proper care delivery.
5. Basic Clinical Skills: Familiarity with basic clinical procedures, such as taking vital signs, assisting with mobility, or basic patient hygiene.
6. Emotional Resilience: Being able to cope with the emotional demands of the job, especially in challenging or distressing situations.
7. Organizational Skills: Ability to prioritize tasks, manage time effectively, and keep organized records.
8. Adaptability: Flexibility to respond to varying patient needs and changing healthcare environments.
9. Basic IT Skills: Competence in using hospital systems, care management software, and other technology as necessary.
10. Health and Safety Awareness: Knowledge of basic health and safety protocols to ensure a safe working environment for both patients and staff.
11. Understanding of Patient Confidentiality: Awareness of data protection and confidentiality laws (e.g., GDPR) related to patient information.
12. Cultural Competence: Being respectful and understanding of diverse cultures and backgrounds of patients.
 


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