Healthcare Support Worker inDunfermline inDunfermline PUBLISHED
WED 15 JAN 2025
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Opportunity to support and deliver person-centred care to patients in their home environment, enhancing quality of life.
Involvement in a dynamic and evolving healthcare sector, contributing to the Transforming Nursing Roles initiative.
Possibility for career development within the Advanced Nurse Practitioner service, fostering professional growth.
Collaborative work environment with a diverse health and social care team, enhancing teamwork skills.
Flexible working arrangements that accommodate the needs of the service and the staff, promoting a work-life balance.
Reduced full-time working week from 37.5 to 37 hours starting April 2024, benefiting employee well-being.
NHS Scotland is seeking to recruit a Healthcare Support Worker in Dunfermline to join the Advanced Nurse Practitioner service within the Fife District Nursing Service. This role involves delivering safe, effective, and person-centered care to patients in the community, addressing the evolving needs of individuals as they age. The successful candidate will possess strong communication skills, work effectively in a team, and be able to perform autonomously. Flexibility in travel across various Locality areas in Fife is required, and candidates should be prepared to become members of the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme prior to appointment.
This position offers an opportunity for career development within the Advanced Nurse Practitioner service. As part of NHS Scotland’s initiative to reduce the full-time working week from 37.5 to 37 hours by April 2024, applicants should be aware that this change will be implemented with no reduction in pay. The organisation promotes equality and diversity, encouraging applications from all sectors of society, and ensuring all employees are legally entitled to work in the UK.
This position offers an opportunity for career development within the Advanced Nurse Practitioner service. As part of NHS Scotland’s initiative to reduce the full-time working week from 37.5 to 37 hours by April 2024, applicants should be aware that this change will be implemented with no reduction in pay. The organisation promotes equality and diversity, encouraging applications from all sectors of society, and ensuring all employees are legally entitled to work in the UK.
An exciting opportunity has arisen as part of the Transforming Nursing Roles to expand the Advanced Nurse Practitioner service within Fife’s District Nursing Service. We are therefore looking to recruit a Health Care Support worker to support the team. This new position will assist to deliver safe, effective and person centred care to patients within the primary care setting.
It is recognised that as people live longer, services and the way we work together has to change if we are to continue to meet the needs and aspirations of our communities. In Fife Health and Social Care Partnership there is a recognition that having staff with the right Knowledge and Skills within the community is required to support patients to live long and healthy lives in their own home or in a homely environment.
You will require excellent communication skills and be able to work as a member of the wider Health and Social Care Team with the ability to work autonomously. As this is a community post you will also be required to travel across Fife.
You will be employed under the District Nursing Service and will predominately cover an area that covers some of the 7 H&SCP Locality areas however this would be flexible dependent on service needs.
If you are interested in developing a Career within the Advanced Nurse Practitioner service please contact Jane Douglas on /
A requirement of this post is to become a member of the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme Prior to appointment.
NHS Scotland is reducing their full-time working week from 37.5 to 37 hours per week from 1 April 2024 but with no change in pay. This reduction will also be applied pro rata for part time staff. This advert and any subsequent offer/contract of employment therefore reflects the new working hours. However, as not all service areas will be able to adopt the 37 hour working week immediately from 1 April 2024, you may be required to work up to an additional 30 minutes per week for a temporary period for which you would be paid until the service you are working in changes rosters or working patterns to accommodate the new reduced working week. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact the Recruiting Board.
NHS Fife is legally obliged to ensure all its employees are legally entitled to work in the United Kingdom. If you are not a United Kingdom (UK) or Irish National, you are required to confirm your right to work in your application.
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.
It is recognised that as people live longer, services and the way we work together has to change if we are to continue to meet the needs and aspirations of our communities. In Fife Health and Social Care Partnership there is a recognition that having staff with the right Knowledge and Skills within the community is required to support patients to live long and healthy lives in their own home or in a homely environment.
You will require excellent communication skills and be able to work as a member of the wider Health and Social Care Team with the ability to work autonomously. As this is a community post you will also be required to travel across Fife.
You will be employed under the District Nursing Service and will predominately cover an area that covers some of the 7 H&SCP Locality areas however this would be flexible dependent on service needs.
If you are interested in developing a Career within the Advanced Nurse Practitioner service please contact Jane Douglas on /
A requirement of this post is to become a member of the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme Prior to appointment.
NHS Scotland is reducing their full-time working week from 37.5 to 37 hours per week from 1 April 2024 but with no change in pay. This reduction will also be applied pro rata for part time staff. This advert and any subsequent offer/contract of employment therefore reflects the new working hours. However, as not all service areas will be able to adopt the 37 hour working week immediately from 1 April 2024, you may be required to work up to an additional 30 minutes per week for a temporary period for which you would be paid until the service you are working in changes rosters or working patterns to accommodate the new reduced working week. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact the Recruiting Board.
NHS Fife is legally obliged to ensure all its employees are legally entitled to work in the United Kingdom. If you are not a United Kingdom (UK) or Irish National, you are required to confirm your right to work in your application.
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.
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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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