Healthcare Support Worker inStoke-On-Trent inStoke-On-Trent PUBLISHED 3 SEP 2024
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NSCHT deliver a shared care service on Ward 4 which strives to deliver a high quality health & social care service that promotes social inclusion & independence for people with mental health and physical health problems.
Health Care Support Worker – Band 3 – Ward 4, Harplands Hospital:There is an exciting opportunity to work as a Health Care Support Worker Band 3 within Ward 4, Harplands Hospital. We are searching for extra special Health Care Support Workers who have experience, passion and pride when caring for patients and this vacancy would suit someone who is looking for an exciting opportunity and wants to work on an Adult Acute Inpatient Ward. As a Trust we offer flexible working ie. early, late, night and twilight shifts.
NSCHT deliver a shared care service on Ward 4 which strives to deliver a high quality health & social care service that promotes social inclusion & independence for people with mental health and physical health problems. The team is multi-disciplinary, comprising nurses, medical staff, a physiotherapist and an occupational therapist.
The post is based at the Harplands Hospital and we offer free parking to all staff as well encouraging staff their careers and we support the Training Nurse Associate and Nurse Apprentice schemes. There is also an opportunity to obtain your Mental Health Certificate.
- To provide support, and spend therapeutic time with an allocated group of service users.
- To promote and support the physical health, comfort, wellbeing and recovery of service-users, and to assist them in re-establishing their place in the community, as appropriate.
- To assist Registered Professionals in assessments and care planning/ implementation and evaluation of individualized care plans.
- To provide support and day-to-day supervision to junior staff members, demonstrating the Health Care Support Worker role and role modelling good practice.
We pride ourselves on ensuring our team has their wellbeing put first and as such provide a range of wellness opportunities including flexible working.
We are committed to the Greener NHS national ambition to becoming the world’s first ‘carbon net zero’ national health system by 2045 (Greener NHS (england.nhs.uk). As part of this, sustainability is embedded in our strategy as one of our four key enablers. In order to deliver on this commitment, we recognise that we need a workforce that is as passionate as we are about achieving these goals, for the benefit of our service users, workforce, local communities and the planet alike. For 2024/2025, we have launched our “Proud to be Green” engagement campaign which is aligned to the targets set out in our Green Plan. As a Trust, you can be assured that we will commit to supporting you in working towards our net zero ambitions, set out in our Green Plan, through our sustainability programme”.
The Trust is committed to ensuring that a diverse workforce is representative and inclusive at all levels. We would very much welcome applications from all under-represented groups including women, people with disabilities, people from global majority backgrounds, and those from the lesbian, gay, bi and trans communities.
For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Becky Jones Job title: Ward Manager Email address: Telephone number:
Health Care Support Worker – Band 3 – Ward 4, Harplands Hospital:
There is an exciting opportunity to work as a Health Care Support Worker Band 3 within Ward 4, Harplands Hospital. We are searching for extra special Health Care Support Workers who have experience, passion and pride when caring for patients and this vacancy would suit someone who is looking for an exciting opportunity and wants to work on an Adult Acute Inpatient Ward. As a Trust we offer flexible working ie. early, late, night and twilight shifts.
NSCHT deliver a shared care service on Ward 4 which strives to deliver a high quality health & social care service that promotes social inclusion & independence for people with mental health and physical health problems. The team is multi-disciplinary, comprising nurses, medical staff, a physiotherapist and an occupational therapist.
The post is based at the Harplands Hospital and we offer free parking to all staff as well encouraging staff their careers and we support the Training Nurse Associate and Nurse Apprentice schemes. There is also an opportunity to obtain your Mental Health Certificate.
We pride ourselves on ensuring our team has their wellbeing put first and as such provide a range of wellness opportunities including flexible working.
We are committed to the Greener NHS national ambition to becoming the world’s first ‘carbon net zero’ national health system by 2045 (Greener NHS (england.nhs.uk). As part of this, sustainability is embedded in our strategy as one of our four key enablers. In order to deliver on this commitment, we recognise that we need a workforce that is as passionate as we are about achieving these goals, for the benefit of our service users, workforce, local communities and the planet alike. For 2024/2025, we have launched our “Proud to be Green” engagement campaign which is aligned to the targets set out in our Green Plan. As a Trust, you can be assured that we will commit to supporting you in working towards our net zero ambitions, set out in our Green Plan, through our sustainability programme”.
The Trust is committed to ensuring that a diverse workforce is representative and inclusive at all levels. We would very much welcome applications from all under-represented groups including women, people with disabilities, people from global majority backgrounds, and those from the lesbian, gay, bi and trans communities.
For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Becky Jones Job title: Ward Manager Email address: Telephone number:
There is an exciting opportunity to work as a Health Care Support Worker Band 3 within Ward 4, Harplands Hospital. We are searching for extra special Health Care Support Workers who have experience, passion and pride when caring for patients and this vacancy would suit someone who is looking for an exciting opportunity and wants to work on an Adult Acute Inpatient Ward. As a Trust we offer flexible working ie. early, late, night and twilight shifts.
NSCHT deliver a shared care service on Ward 4 which strives to deliver a high quality health & social care service that promotes social inclusion & independence for people with mental health and physical health problems. The team is multi-disciplinary, comprising nurses, medical staff, a physiotherapist and an occupational therapist.
The post is based at the Harplands Hospital and we offer free parking to all staff as well encouraging staff their careers and we support the Training Nurse Associate and Nurse Apprentice schemes. There is also an opportunity to obtain your Mental Health Certificate.
- To provide support, and spend therapeutic time with an allocated group of service users.
- To promote and support the physical health, comfort, wellbeing and recovery of service-users, and to assist them in re-establishing their place in the community, as appropriate.
- To assist Registered Professionals in assessments and care planning/ implementation and evaluation of individualized care plans.
- To provide support and day-to-day supervision to junior staff members, demonstrating the Health Care Support Worker role and role modelling good practice.
We pride ourselves on ensuring our team has their wellbeing put first and as such provide a range of wellness opportunities including flexible working.
We are committed to the Greener NHS national ambition to becoming the world’s first ‘carbon net zero’ national health system by 2045 (Greener NHS (england.nhs.uk). As part of this, sustainability is embedded in our strategy as one of our four key enablers. In order to deliver on this commitment, we recognise that we need a workforce that is as passionate as we are about achieving these goals, for the benefit of our service users, workforce, local communities and the planet alike. For 2024/2025, we have launched our “Proud to be Green” engagement campaign which is aligned to the targets set out in our Green Plan. As a Trust, you can be assured that we will commit to supporting you in working towards our net zero ambitions, set out in our Green Plan, through our sustainability programme”.
The Trust is committed to ensuring that a diverse workforce is representative and inclusive at all levels. We would very much welcome applications from all under-represented groups including women, people with disabilities, people from global majority backgrounds, and those from the lesbian, gay, bi and trans communities.
For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Becky Jones Job title: Ward Manager Email address: Telephone number:
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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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