Healthcare Support Worker inAberdeenshire inAberdeenshire PUBLISHED 10 JUN 2024
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Are you interested in joining our Team? We are looking for motivated, enthusiastic and caring Healthcare Support Workers (HCSW) to be part of our team.Do you have an interest in Maternity Care and would like to be part of a team providing high quality care to women and families of Central Aberdeenshire and beyond. Then this is the position for you.
You will have the opportunity to work with the midwives in Inverurie Community Maternity Unit (ICMU) proving clinical skills such as Maternal and Baby observations, Venepuncture and Feeding Support for women in our care.
This is a fabulous opportunity to be part of a woman’s pregnancy journey and to contribute to woman centered care within Maternity Services.
Our CMU has fantastic services, including Day Assessment Unit (DAU), Scanning suite, and 2 birthing rooms with pools and single room facilities with en-suite.
This post requires you to be flexible, be both a good team worker but also be able to work on your own initiative. You should be confident using electronic systems.
Hours are both Day and Night shift along with weekend working.
Informal enquires to Team Leader Judith Falconer (
Please note this vacancy may close early if there is a high volume of applications
NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.
Additional Information For Candidates
You should apply for this post by completing the application process on Jobtrain.
DO NOT upload a CV as this will not be used for short listing purposes.
Posts close at midnight on the indicated date unless the advert states otherwise. Post may close early due to volume of applications.
For help to complete an application on Job Train please follow this link: www.jobsincare.com/job/jA0VULOz view our accessibility statement, please follow this link: www.jobsincare.com/job/jA0VULOz note that our correspondence method is by e-mail, therefore please ensure you enter your email address accurately.
Please check your e-mail regularly (including junk folders) and also your Jobtrain account for updates.
Please contact Jobtrain Candidate Support Hub - www.jobsincare.com/job/jA0VULOz for advice and support with any system issues.
We recommend using the Internet Browser "Google Chrome" or "Microsoft Edge" when using Jobtrain.
Once you have submitted your application form you will be unable to make any amendments.
Some of our vacancies are for internal candidates only. If you are a member of staff, please ensure you update your Jobtrain profile to reflect that you are employed by NHS Grampian.
NHS Grampian forms one of the fourteen regional health boards of NHS Scotland and is responsible for providing health and social care services to a population of over 500,000 people living in Aberdeen, Aberdeenshire and Moray.
As a board we strive to ensure the environment is conducive to nurturing a positive culture, supported and delivered through our NHS and Social Care values.
Are you interested in joining our Team? We are looking for motivated, enthusiastic and caring Healthcare Support Workers (HCSW) to be part of our team.
Do you have an interest in Maternity Care and would like to be part of a team providing high quality care to women and families of Central Aberdeenshire and beyond. Then this is the position for you.
You will have the opportunity to work with the midwives in Inverurie Community Maternity Unit (ICMU) proving clinical skills such as Maternal and Baby observations, Venepuncture and Feeding Support for women in our care.
This is a fabulous opportunity to be part of a woman’s pregnancy journey and to contribute to woman centered care within Maternity Services.
Our CMU has fantastic services, including Day Assessment Unit (DAU), Scanning suite, and 2 birthing rooms with pools and single room facilities with en-suite.
This post requires you to be flexible, be both a good team worker but also be able to work on your own initiative. You should be confident using electronic systems.
Hours are both Day and Night shift along with weekend working.
Informal enquires to Team Leader Judith Falconer (
Email
Please note this vacancy may close early if there is a high volume of applications
NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.
Additional Information For Candidates
You should apply for this post by completing the application process on Jobtrain.
DO NOT upload a CV as this will not be used for short listing purposes.
Posts close at midnight on the indicated date unless the advert states otherwise. Post may close early due to volume of applications.
For help to complete an application on Job Train please follow this link: www.jobsincare.com/job/jA0VULOz view our accessibility statement, please follow this link: www.jobsincare.com/job/jA0VULOz note that our correspondence method is by e-mail, therefore please ensure you enter your email address accurately.
Please check your e-mail regularly (including junk folders) and also your Jobtrain account for updates.
Please contact Jobtrain Candidate Support Hub - www.jobsincare.com/job/jA0VULOz for advice and support with any system issues.
We recommend using the Internet Browser "Google Chrome" or "Microsoft Edge" when using Jobtrain.
Once you have submitted your application form you will be unable to make any amendments.
Some of our vacancies are for internal candidates only. If you are a member of staff, please ensure you update your Jobtrain profile to reflect that you are employed by NHS Grampian.
NHS Grampian forms one of the fourteen regional health boards of NHS Scotland and is responsible for providing health and social care services to a population of over 500,000 people living in Aberdeen, Aberdeenshire and Moray.
As a board we strive to ensure the environment is conducive to nurturing a positive culture, supported and delivered through our NHS and Social Care values.
Do you have an interest in Maternity Care and would like to be part of a team providing high quality care to women and families of Central Aberdeenshire and beyond. Then this is the position for you.
You will have the opportunity to work with the midwives in Inverurie Community Maternity Unit (ICMU) proving clinical skills such as Maternal and Baby observations, Venepuncture and Feeding Support for women in our care.
This is a fabulous opportunity to be part of a woman’s pregnancy journey and to contribute to woman centered care within Maternity Services.
Our CMU has fantastic services, including Day Assessment Unit (DAU), Scanning suite, and 2 birthing rooms with pools and single room facilities with en-suite.
This post requires you to be flexible, be both a good team worker but also be able to work on your own initiative. You should be confident using electronic systems.
Hours are both Day and Night shift along with weekend working.
Informal enquires to Team Leader Judith Falconer (
Please note this vacancy may close early if there is a high volume of applications
NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.
Additional Information For Candidates
You should apply for this post by completing the application process on Jobtrain.
DO NOT upload a CV as this will not be used for short listing purposes.
Posts close at midnight on the indicated date unless the advert states otherwise. Post may close early due to volume of applications.
For help to complete an application on Job Train please follow this link: www.jobsincare.com/job/jA0VULOz view our accessibility statement, please follow this link: www.jobsincare.com/job/jA0VULOz note that our correspondence method is by e-mail, therefore please ensure you enter your email address accurately.
Please check your e-mail regularly (including junk folders) and also your Jobtrain account for updates.
Please contact Jobtrain Candidate Support Hub - www.jobsincare.com/job/jA0VULOz for advice and support with any system issues.
We recommend using the Internet Browser "Google Chrome" or "Microsoft Edge" when using Jobtrain.
Once you have submitted your application form you will be unable to make any amendments.
Some of our vacancies are for internal candidates only. If you are a member of staff, please ensure you update your Jobtrain profile to reflect that you are employed by NHS Grampian.
NHS Grampian forms one of the fourteen regional health boards of NHS Scotland and is responsible for providing health and social care services to a population of over 500,000 people living in Aberdeen, Aberdeenshire and Moray.
As a board we strive to ensure the environment is conducive to nurturing a positive culture, supported and delivered through our NHS and Social Care values.
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To work as a Healthcare Support Worker in the UK, you typically need a combination of skills and qualities. Here’s a list of essential skills and competencies:
1. Communication Skills: The ability to communicate effectively with patients, their families, and healthcare professionals is crucial. This includes listening skills and the ability to convey information clearly.
2. Empathy and Compassion: Healthcare support workers must be able to show kindness and understanding towards patients, many of whom may be vulnerable or in distress.
3. Teamwork: Working well with others is essential in a healthcare setting. Support workers often collaborate with nurses, doctors, and other healthcare professionals.
4. Attention to Detail: Being able to notice changes in a patient’s condition and being meticulous about following care plans and procedures is vital.
5. Organizational Skills: The ability to manage time effectively and prioritize tasks in a busy healthcare environment is important.
6. Basic Medical Knowledge: Familiarity with basic medical terminology and an understanding of healthcare practices can be beneficial.
7. Physical Stamina and Strength: The role can be physically demanding, requiring the ability to lift and move patients or equipment.
8. Problem-Solving Skills: The ability to think on your feet and adapt to changing situations is useful in healthcare settings.
9. Respect for Diversity: Understanding and respecting different backgrounds, cultures, and needs of patients is essential for providing inclusive care.
10. Technical Skills: Basic computer skills may be needed for maintaining patient records and using healthcare software.
11. Confidentiality and Professionalism: Adhering to ethical standards and maintaining patient confidentiality is critical in healthcare.
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