Healthcare Support Worker inKilmarnock inKilmarnock PUBLISHED 10 JUL 2024
Band 3
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As a Band 3 support worker in maternity and neonatal care service you will support the midwives and staff nurses to deliver care to women and babies throughout the service.
Who We AreNHS Ayrshire and Arran is one of 14 territorial NHS Boards within NHS Scotland.
In support of our core purpose of Working together to achieve the healthiest life possible for everyone in Ayrshire and Arran we are committed to a culture that is Caring Safe and Respectful. You will be required to work collaboratively in a safe, caring and respectful way.
To find out more about NHS Ayrshire and Arran please visit our website - NHS Ayrshire & Arran - Home (nhsaaa.net)
Position
An opportunity has arisen for a Healthcare Support Worker based at Ayrshire Maternity Unit, University Hospital Crosshouse.
What You Will Do
As a Band 3 support worker in maternity and neonatal care service you will support the midwives and staff nurses to deliver care to women and babies throughout the service. In addition you will ensure that stock levels of all supplies are maintained and performs housekeeping duties, to support the smooth running of the clinical area. This includes ensuring that effective infection control policies and procedures are adhered to by all staff, women, partners and visitors.
For further information on the role please click the link below to view the job description
Knowledge, Training And/or Experience Required To Do The Job
In addition the role includes undertaking the decontamination of furnishings and equipment used in all clinical areas is pivotal to the smooth, safe and effective delivery of all services. Within neonatal services this will include the cleaning of neonatal equipment such as cots, incubators, phototherapy units etc.
Within all services inclusive of the neonatal unit you will assigned duties involving direct care of women and their babies and in neonatal services the low risk / well neonate within the Special Care area.
You should be able to demonstrate excellent communication skills, a flexible approach to working and multi-disciplinary team working.
For further information on the requirements for the role please click the link below to view the person specification
Hours
Various hours available.
If you want to find out more about the role, please contact:
Patricia Tennant, Senior Charge Midwife,
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 shortlisting purposes.
Posts close at midnight on the indicated date. Late applications will not be accepted.
For help to complete an application on JobTrain, please follow this link: www.jobsincare.com/job/jVBvmCC3 view our accessibility statement, please follow this link: www.jobsincare.com/job/jVBvmCC3 note that our correspondence method is by email, therefore please ensure you enter your email address accurately.
Please check your email regularly (including junk folders) and also your JobTrain account for updates.
Please contact
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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 staff member, please ensure you update your JobTrain profile to reflect that you are employed by NHS Ayrshire and Arran.
Please note, for all vacancies where a driving licence is required this must be a full
UK/EU/EEA
licence.
NHS Ayrshire and Arran has a legal obligation to ensure that it does not employ any worker who has not been granted the relevant permission to work in the UK. This permission is, without exception, granted by UK Visas and Immigrations. We are required to check the entitlement to work in the UK of all prospective employees, regardless of nationality or job category. Candidates who require a Certificate of Sponsorship can access further information at www.jobsincare.com/job/jVBvmCC3 are unable to provide sponsorship for bank contracts.
Who We Are
NHS Ayrshire and Arran is one of 14 territorial NHS Boards within NHS Scotland.
In support of our core purpose of Working together to achieve the healthiest life possible for everyone in Ayrshire and Arran we are committed to a culture that is Caring Safe and Respectful. You will be required to work collaboratively in a safe, caring and respectful way.
To find out more about NHS Ayrshire and Arran please visit our website - NHS Ayrshire & Arran - Home (nhsaaa.net)
Position
An opportunity has arisen for a Healthcare Support Worker based at Ayrshire Maternity Unit, University Hospital Crosshouse.
What You Will Do
As a Band 3 support worker in maternity and neonatal care service you will support the midwives and staff nurses to deliver care to women and babies throughout the service. In addition you will ensure that stock levels of all supplies are maintained and performs housekeeping duties, to support the smooth running of the clinical area. This includes ensuring that effective infection control policies and procedures are adhered to by all staff, women, partners and visitors.
For further information on the role please click the link below to view the job description
Knowledge, Training And/or Experience Required To Do The Job
In addition the role includes undertaking the decontamination of furnishings and equipment used in all clinical areas is pivotal to the smooth, safe and effective delivery of all services. Within neonatal services this will include the cleaning of neonatal equipment such as cots, incubators, phototherapy units etc.
Within all services inclusive of the neonatal unit you will assigned duties involving direct care of women and their babies and in neonatal services the low risk / well neonate within the Special Care area.
You should be able to demonstrate excellent communication skills, a flexible approach to working and multi-disciplinary team working.
For further information on the requirements for the role please click the link below to view the person specification
Hours
Various hours available.
If you want to find out more about the role, please contact:
Patricia Tennant, Senior Charge Midwife,
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 shortlisting purposes.
Posts close at midnight on the indicated date. Late applications will not be accepted.
For help to complete an application on JobTrain, please follow this link: www.jobsincare.com/job/jVBvmCC3 view our accessibility statement, please follow this link: www.jobsincare.com/job/jVBvmCC3 note that our correspondence method is by email, therefore please ensure you enter your email address accurately.
Please check your email regularly (including junk folders) and also your JobTrain account for updates.
Please contact
JobTrain Candidate Support Hub
: www.jobsincare.com/job/jVBvmCC3 - 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 staff member, please ensure you update your JobTrain profile to reflect that you are employed by NHS Ayrshire and Arran.
Please note, for all vacancies where a driving licence is required this must be a full
UK/EU/EEA
licence.
NHS Ayrshire and Arran has a legal obligation to ensure that it does not employ any worker who has not been granted the relevant permission to work in the UK. This permission is, without exception, granted by UK Visas and Immigrations. We are required to check the entitlement to work in the UK of all prospective employees, regardless of nationality or job category. Candidates who require a Certificate of Sponsorship can access further information at www.jobsincare.com/job/jVBvmCC3 are unable to provide sponsorship for bank contracts.
NHS Ayrshire and Arran is one of 14 territorial NHS Boards within NHS Scotland.
In support of our core purpose of Working together to achieve the healthiest life possible for everyone in Ayrshire and Arran we are committed to a culture that is Caring Safe and Respectful. You will be required to work collaboratively in a safe, caring and respectful way.
To find out more about NHS Ayrshire and Arran please visit our website - NHS Ayrshire & Arran - Home (nhsaaa.net)
Position
An opportunity has arisen for a Healthcare Support Worker based at Ayrshire Maternity Unit, University Hospital Crosshouse.
What You Will Do
As a Band 3 support worker in maternity and neonatal care service you will support the midwives and staff nurses to deliver care to women and babies throughout the service. In addition you will ensure that stock levels of all supplies are maintained and performs housekeeping duties, to support the smooth running of the clinical area. This includes ensuring that effective infection control policies and procedures are adhered to by all staff, women, partners and visitors.
For further information on the role please click the link below to view the job description
Knowledge, Training And/or Experience Required To Do The Job
In addition the role includes undertaking the decontamination of furnishings and equipment used in all clinical areas is pivotal to the smooth, safe and effective delivery of all services. Within neonatal services this will include the cleaning of neonatal equipment such as cots, incubators, phototherapy units etc.
Within all services inclusive of the neonatal unit you will assigned duties involving direct care of women and their babies and in neonatal services the low risk / well neonate within the Special Care area.
You should be able to demonstrate excellent communication skills, a flexible approach to working and multi-disciplinary team working.
For further information on the requirements for the role please click the link below to view the person specification
Hours
Various hours available.
If you want to find out more about the role, please contact:
Patricia Tennant, Senior Charge Midwife,
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 shortlisting purposes.
Posts close at midnight on the indicated date. Late applications will not be accepted.
For help to complete an application on JobTrain, please follow this link: www.jobsincare.com/job/jVBvmCC3 view our accessibility statement, please follow this link: www.jobsincare.com/job/jVBvmCC3 note that our correspondence method is by email, therefore please ensure you enter your email address accurately.
Please check your email regularly (including junk folders) and also your JobTrain account for updates.
Please contact
JobTrain Candidate Support Hub
: www.jobsincare.com/job/jVBvmCC3 - 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 staff member, please ensure you update your JobTrain profile to reflect that you are employed by NHS Ayrshire and Arran.
Please note, for all vacancies where a driving licence is required this must be a full
UK/EU/EEA
licence.
NHS Ayrshire and Arran has a legal obligation to ensure that it does not employ any worker who has not been granted the relevant permission to work in the UK. This permission is, without exception, granted by UK Visas and Immigrations. We are required to check the entitlement to work in the UK of all prospective employees, regardless of nationality or job category. Candidates who require a Certificate of Sponsorship can access further information at www.jobsincare.com/job/jVBvmCC3 are unable to provide sponsorship for bank contracts.
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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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