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Opportunity to work in a vital and fast-paced healthcare environment, providing essential support to patients in the Emergency Department.
Possibility of career advancement and skill development within NHS Lanarkshire, a reputable healthcare organization.
Comprehensive benefits package, including a minimum of 27 days annual leave, increasing with length of service, and paid sick leave.
Membership in the NHS Pension Scheme, which offers life insurance benefits and long-term financial security.
Flexible working hours across various shifts (day, back, and night shifts) contributing to improved work-life balance.
Access to a wide range of occupational health services and employee support resources, including counseling and personal development opportunities.
The NHS Scotland is seeking to hire a Clinical Support Worker for the Emergency Department at University Hospital Wishaw. This permanent role, classified as Band 3, requires the successful candidate to assist with patient care tasks under the supervision of a Registered Nurse, often working independently in a fast-paced environment. The position offers various rotational shifts, including day, back, and night shifts, and emphasises the importance of effective communication and teamwork within a multidisciplinary setting.
Candidates should possess or be working towards an SVQ III in healthcare or have equivalent experience in a caring role. Additional benefits of joining NHS Lanarkshire include a minimum of 27 days of annual leave, NHS pension membership, and access to support services. The organisation is dedicated to creating a diverse workforce and encourages individuals from all backgrounds to apply. Interested applicants should contact the designated personnel for more information on the application process.
Candidates should possess or be working towards an SVQ III in healthcare or have equivalent experience in a caring role. Additional benefits of joining NHS Lanarkshire include a minimum of 27 days of annual leave, NHS pension membership, and access to support services. The organisation is dedicated to creating a diverse workforce and encourages individuals from all backgrounds to apply. Interested applicants should contact the designated personnel for more information on the application process.
The Role
We are looking to recruit a Clinical Support Worker to join the Emergency Department at University Hospital Wishaw!
The successful candidate will undertake care duties for patients in support of and delegated by the Registered Nurse, within a hospital or community setting.
The post-holder will require to work without direct supervision on a regular basis, referring to the registered nurse as required.
Contract type & Shift Pattern
Have you always wanted to work with NHS Lanarkshire? Then this might be the opportunity for you to join Team Lanarkshire!
Here at NHS Lanarkshire, we put the patient at the heart of everything we do. Each colleague within the organisation plays a key role in how we deliver our healthcare services.
We proudly serve a population of 655,000 across rural and urban communities in both North and South Lanarkshire. NHS Lanarkshire is comprised of Acute Services (which currently provide hospital based services over 3 main sites), Corporate & Property & Support Services, North and South Lanarkshire Health and Social Care Partnerships which provide integrated primary healthcare and social care services to local communities and surrounding areas.
Why join NHS Lanarkshire?
Join us and you will discover a supportive environment where you will have the chance to add to your skills and further your career.
Some Of NHS Lanarkshire Benefits Include
What We'll Need You To Bring
If you’re looking to find out a bit more, then we would love to hear from you!
Please contact Nicola Martin at
For enquiries regarding the application form or recruitment process, please contact Devon Westwater at
Please remember to include the job title and reference number in your email.
Further Information
For more information on the role, please refer to the Job Description. If you’re looking for more information on the recruitment process, organisation or the services we provide, please refer to our information pack, or our recruitment webpage.
Additional Information For Applicants
We anticipate a high level of interest in this position and may close the advert once sufficient applications are received. Please complete and submit your application early.
Please note for all vacancies where a driving licence is required this must be a full UK/EU/EEA licence.
NHS Lanarkshire 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.
We are required to check the entitlement to work in the UK of all prospective employees, regardless of nationality or job category. UK Visas & Immigration rules are available at www.jobsincare.com/job/jblixZZ0 applicants are encouraged to check eligibility in advance of applying for vacancies in NHS Lanarkshire.
From 1 April 2024, the working week for NHS Agenda for Change workers in Scotland will be reduced. Full-time hours will reduce from 37.5 to 37 hours (pro rata for part-time staff) without loss of earnings.
NHS Lanarkshire will implement this change but it ma
We are looking to recruit a Clinical Support Worker to join the Emergency Department at University Hospital Wishaw!
The successful candidate will undertake care duties for patients in support of and delegated by the Registered Nurse, within a hospital or community setting.
The post-holder will require to work without direct supervision on a regular basis, referring to the registered nurse as required.
Contract type & Shift Pattern
- Band 3 / Permanent / Various hours available
- Rotational - Day shift / Back shift / Nightshift
Have you always wanted to work with NHS Lanarkshire? Then this might be the opportunity for you to join Team Lanarkshire!
Here at NHS Lanarkshire, we put the patient at the heart of everything we do. Each colleague within the organisation plays a key role in how we deliver our healthcare services.
We proudly serve a population of 655,000 across rural and urban communities in both North and South Lanarkshire. NHS Lanarkshire is comprised of Acute Services (which currently provide hospital based services over 3 main sites), Corporate & Property & Support Services, North and South Lanarkshire Health and Social Care Partnerships which provide integrated primary healthcare and social care services to local communities and surrounding areas.
Why join NHS Lanarkshire?
Join us and you will discover a supportive environment where you will have the chance to add to your skills and further your career.
Some Of NHS Lanarkshire Benefits Include
- A minimum of 27 days annual leave increasing with length of service (pro-rata for part time staff)
- A minimum of 8 days of public holidays
- Membership of NHS Pension Scheme, with life insurance benefits (for more information on the NHS Pension Scheme visit the Scottish Public Pension)
- Paid sick leave increasing with length of service
- Occupational health services
- Employee Counselling services
- Work-life Balance policies and procedures
What We'll Need You To Bring
- SVQ III in healthcare, or working towards, or equivalent experience working within a caring environment/role
- Ability to work with people and as part of a multidisciplinary/agency team
- Effective written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to carry out assigned patient care tasks effectively within a busy environment
- Ability to work unsupervised
- To actively participate in the Personal Development Plan process to fulfil the requirements of continuing professional development
- Working knowledge of basic information technology
If you’re looking to find out a bit more, then we would love to hear from you!
Please contact Nicola Martin at
For enquiries regarding the application form or recruitment process, please contact Devon Westwater at
Please remember to include the job title and reference number in your email.
Further Information
For more information on the role, please refer to the Job Description. If you’re looking for more information on the recruitment process, organisation or the services we provide, please refer to our information pack, or our recruitment webpage.
Additional Information For Applicants
- Posts close at midnight on the indicated date
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We anticipate a high level of interest in this position and may close the advert once sufficient applications are received. Please complete and submit your application early.
- Care experienced applicants are people who live/have lived with foster parents/kinship carers or who live/have lived in a residential children’s setting/secure unit.
Please note for all vacancies where a driving licence is required this must be a full UK/EU/EEA licence.
NHS Lanarkshire 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.
We are required to check the entitlement to work in the UK of all prospective employees, regardless of nationality or job category. UK Visas & Immigration rules are available at www.jobsincare.com/job/jblixZZ0 applicants are encouraged to check eligibility in advance of applying for vacancies in NHS Lanarkshire.
From 1 April 2024, the working week for NHS Agenda for Change workers in Scotland will be reduced. Full-time hours will reduce from 37.5 to 37 hours (pro rata for part-time staff) without loss of earnings.
NHS Lanarkshire will implement this change but it ma
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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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