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Assist patients with personal hygiene including care of hair, nails, oral hygiene and shaving.
Cheetham Hill is a welcoming 28-bedded ward, treating acute and medically ill older adults with the highest standard of quality care. Putting the patient experience first.#CaretojoinusTSD?
The team is made up of Ward Manager, Junior Sisters, Staff Nurses, Nursing Auxiliaries, Ward Clerk, Ward Administrator, Ward Assistant and Hotel Services Staff. As such, you will be a vital part of the multi-disciplinary team that is responsible for assisting the nursing staff to improve, maintain and deliver high standards of care, promoting health and well-being of patients through assessment, treatment and rehabilitation.
When joining our supportive team, we will encourage you to have a voice both in the team and on a wider platform in our Healthcare Support Worker Council, which is dedicated to listing to our staff, participating in discussions and contribute to improvements. Elsewhere, you will actively be involved in care planning as well as delivery.
- Undertake direct patient care, in support of, and under the delegation of the Registered Nurse, and document care given as required.
- Assist in the reception and admission of patients.
- Follow the individual plan of care for each patient when undertaking the following:
- Bed making
- Assist patients with personal hygiene including care of hair, nails, oral hygiene and shaving
- Assist with treatment and prevention of pressure areas and continence management for all patients
- Assist patients with elimination requirements, including catheter care
- Assist patients to rehabilitate, working with physiotherapy and occupational therapists.
- Assist patients with choosing and recording intake of meals.
- Feed patients, encouraging patients to drink and replenishing water jugs when necessary, maintain fluid balance charts as required.
- Checking of controlled drugs with Registered Nurse as required.
- Complete nutritional assessment records and weigh patients as required.
- Monitoring and maintaining fluid balance records, food and weight charts as required for individual patients under the direction of a Registered Nurse, recording and reporting findings as required.
- Use equipment competently following training.
- Escort patients to other departments/hospitals for investigation
We work in an integrated way with allied health care professionals within the locality, and are a motivated and caring team to both patients and colleagues.
Benefits
The team is flexible and promotes a healthy work/home life balance therefore, your package with us includes a lot more than just your pay. Listed are a few of the additional benefits that are available to you as an employee:
- NHS Pension Scheme
- Childcare at our day nursery
- Generous Holiday Entitlement, starting at 27 days a year (for full time workers) plus bank/public holidays
- Staff Discounts
- Career development and training opportunities
- Employee Support - Staff have access to a 24-hour helpline
If you share our values and vision and are passionate about working with people on what matters to them, you could be a real asset to Team Torbay and South Devon.
For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Naomi Willicott Job title: Ward Manager Email address: Telephone number:
Cheetham Hill is a welcoming 28-bedded ward, treating acute and medically ill older adults with the highest standard of quality care. Putting the patient experience first.
#CaretojoinusTSD?
The team is made up of Ward Manager, Junior Sisters, Staff Nurses, Nursing Auxiliaries, Ward Clerk, Ward Administrator, Ward Assistant and Hotel Services Staff. As such, you will be a vital part of the multi-disciplinary team that is responsible for assisting the nursing staff to improve, maintain and deliver high standards of care, promoting health and well-being of patients through assessment, treatment and rehabilitation.
When joining our supportive team, we will encourage you to have a voice both in the team and on a wider platform in our Healthcare Support Worker Council, which is dedicated to listing to our staff, participating in discussions and contribute to improvements. Elsewhere, you will actively be involved in care planning as well as delivery.
We work in an integrated way with allied health care professionals within the locality, and are a motivated and caring team to both patients and colleagues.
Benefits
The team is flexible and promotes a healthy work/home life balance therefore, your package with us includes a lot more than just your pay. Listed are a few of the additional benefits that are available to you as an employee:
If you share our values and vision and are passionate about working with people on what matters to them, you could be a real asset to Team Torbay and South Devon.
For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Naomi Willicott Job title: Ward Manager Email address: Telephone number:
#CaretojoinusTSD?
The team is made up of Ward Manager, Junior Sisters, Staff Nurses, Nursing Auxiliaries, Ward Clerk, Ward Administrator, Ward Assistant and Hotel Services Staff. As such, you will be a vital part of the multi-disciplinary team that is responsible for assisting the nursing staff to improve, maintain and deliver high standards of care, promoting health and well-being of patients through assessment, treatment and rehabilitation.
When joining our supportive team, we will encourage you to have a voice both in the team and on a wider platform in our Healthcare Support Worker Council, which is dedicated to listing to our staff, participating in discussions and contribute to improvements. Elsewhere, you will actively be involved in care planning as well as delivery.
- Undertake direct patient care, in support of, and under the delegation of the Registered Nurse, and document care given as required.
- Assist in the reception and admission of patients.
- Follow the individual plan of care for each patient when undertaking the following:
- Bed making
- Assist patients with personal hygiene including care of hair, nails, oral hygiene and shaving
- Assist with treatment and prevention of pressure areas and continence management for all patients
- Assist patients with elimination requirements, including catheter care
- Assist patients to rehabilitate, working with physiotherapy and occupational therapists.
- Assist patients with choosing and recording intake of meals.
- Feed patients, encouraging patients to drink and replenishing water jugs when necessary, maintain fluid balance charts as required.
- Checking of controlled drugs with Registered Nurse as required.
- Complete nutritional assessment records and weigh patients as required.
- Monitoring and maintaining fluid balance records, food and weight charts as required for individual patients under the direction of a Registered Nurse, recording and reporting findings as required.
- Use equipment competently following training.
- Escort patients to other departments/hospitals for investigation
We work in an integrated way with allied health care professionals within the locality, and are a motivated and caring team to both patients and colleagues.
Benefits
The team is flexible and promotes a healthy work/home life balance therefore, your package with us includes a lot more than just your pay. Listed are a few of the additional benefits that are available to you as an employee:
- NHS Pension Scheme
- Childcare at our day nursery
- Generous Holiday Entitlement, starting at 27 days a year (for full time workers) plus bank/public holidays
- Staff Discounts
- Career development and training opportunities
- Employee Support - Staff have access to a 24-hour helpline
If you share our values and vision and are passionate about working with people on what matters to them, you could be a real asset to Team Torbay and South Devon.
For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Naomi Willicott 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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