Employer: United Lincolnshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust
Employer type: NHS
Site: Pilgrim Hospital
Town: Boston
Salary: £24,071 - £25,674 per annum
Salary period: Yearly
Closing: 16/01/2025 23:59
Clinical Health Care Support Worker Band 3 - IAC
NHS AfC: Band 3
Job Overview
An exciting opportunity for a CHCSW has arisen to join the Integrated Assessment Center at Pilgrim Hospital. We are a 24 bedded fast-paced unit, currently taking medical and surgical patients from ED. Working under delegation and supervision of a registered Nurse, the Health Care Support Worker (HCSW) will undertake defined responsibilities appropriate to their role in the workplace setting. They will comply with Trust policies, protocols, guidelines, the fifteen standards of the Care Certificate, and the national strategy of Compassion in Practice, ensuring safe, compassionate, and competent care is delivered to our patients and service users at all times. It is a requirement of United Lincolnshire Hospitals NHS Trust that all HCSWs adhere to the Code of Conduct for healthcare support workers and adult social care workers. Main Duties of the Job
Successful substantive Healthcare Support Workers will benefit from further training opportunities which form part of the ULHT Nursing Career Development Pathway, which can ultimately lead to becoming a Registered Nurse. As a Health Care Support Worker, you will be responsible for working under delegation and supervision of a Registered Nurse in delivering a high standard of care to our patients in accordance with individualised care needs, utilising flexible, innovative, and effective practice that demonstrates that our patients are at the centre of everything we do. All CHCSW will be supported in completing the Care Certificate, which can be used to support applications to higher learning (Nurse Associate). Working for Our Organisation
Lincoln Hospital is a thriving university city and, with the opening of the medical school, it provides all major specialties and a 24-hour major accident and emergency service. United Lincolnshire Hospitals NHS Trust has been granted teaching hospital status after demonstrating significant teaching commitment. Pilgrim Hospital is situated in beautiful countryside and serves the communities in the South Lincolnshire area. Lincolnshire Community Health Services NHS Trust (LCHS) and United Lincolnshire Hospitals NHS Trust (ULHT) have come together in a Group arrangement, with the goal of improving the care provided to patients across the county. Detailed Job Description and Main Responsibilities
What Should You Do Next? Have a look at the job description, and if you like what you see, then apply today. Don’t miss this fantastic opportunity to work with a great team in a supportive environment within a great institution. Your NHS needs you! Person Specification
Qualifications
Literacy and numeracy qualifications equivalent to Functional Skills level 1 or above (e.g., GCSE grade E or above) NVQ/QCF Level 3 in Care or equivalent qualification or relevant experience Evidence of the Care Certificate or commitment to achieve on joining Trust Motivated to develop knowledge and skills and to undertake self-development Understanding of the Code of Conduct for Health Care Support Workers and Adult Social Care Workers in England Previous Experience
Significant experience of the NHS and/or health/child care and an interest in the specialty with knowledge of wider issues relating to health care Clear understanding of professional accountability, delegation, and professionalism related to the role of a band 3 worker. Makes a positive contribution as a team player and demonstrates awareness of the importance of working as part of a team. Able to deliver a high standard of care for patients and always striving to improve on what you do through change and innovation. Able to communicate effectively with patients/relatives and carers and all members of the multi-disciplinary team. Is sensitive to the impact and implications of decisions and activities undertaken on other professionals Able to work under minimal supervision but fully aware when to escalate concerns to a registered practitioner Flexible, adaptable, organised with good time management skills Ability to cope effectively under pressure and resilient and work within the team to manage complex and challenging situations Good written and verbal communication skills Excellent interpersonal skills with tact, diplomacy, empathy, and understanding IT skills in order to access required systems such as electronic patient records Working knowledge of Health and Safety, Infection Prevention, and Manual Handling Specific Requirements
Able to prioritise and to organise and motivate oneself and others to achieve delegated tasks. Flexible approach to shift patterns and unit needs which may involve working in different areas or cross-site working Able to effectively and appropriately escalate concerns to reduce risk and promote patient safety Able to use own initiative within the boundaries of the role and able to motivate oneself and others Employer Certification / Accreditation Badges
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service. Application Numbers
This vacancy may close early if it receives a high number of applications. Please complete and submit your application in good time to avoid disappointment.
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NHS AfC: Band 3
Job Overview
An exciting opportunity for a CHCSW has arisen to join the Integrated Assessment Center at Pilgrim Hospital. We are a 24 bedded fast-paced unit, currently taking medical and surgical patients from ED. Working under delegation and supervision of a registered Nurse, the Health Care Support Worker (HCSW) will undertake defined responsibilities appropriate to their role in the workplace setting. They will comply with Trust policies, protocols, guidelines, the fifteen standards of the Care Certificate, and the national strategy of Compassion in Practice, ensuring safe, compassionate, and competent care is delivered to our patients and service users at all times. It is a requirement of United Lincolnshire Hospitals NHS Trust that all HCSWs adhere to the Code of Conduct for healthcare support workers and adult social care workers. Main Duties of the Job
Successful substantive Healthcare Support Workers will benefit from further training opportunities which form part of the ULHT Nursing Career Development Pathway, which can ultimately lead to becoming a Registered Nurse. As a Health Care Support Worker, you will be responsible for working under delegation and supervision of a Registered Nurse in delivering a high standard of care to our patients in accordance with individualised care needs, utilising flexible, innovative, and effective practice that demonstrates that our patients are at the centre of everything we do. All CHCSW will be supported in completing the Care Certificate, which can be used to support applications to higher learning (Nurse Associate). Working for Our Organisation
Lincoln Hospital is a thriving university city and, with the opening of the medical school, it provides all major specialties and a 24-hour major accident and emergency service. United Lincolnshire Hospitals NHS Trust has been granted teaching hospital status after demonstrating significant teaching commitment. Pilgrim Hospital is situated in beautiful countryside and serves the communities in the South Lincolnshire area. Lincolnshire Community Health Services NHS Trust (LCHS) and United Lincolnshire Hospitals NHS Trust (ULHT) have come together in a Group arrangement, with the goal of improving the care provided to patients across the county. Detailed Job Description and Main Responsibilities
What Should You Do Next? Have a look at the job description, and if you like what you see, then apply today. Don’t miss this fantastic opportunity to work with a great team in a supportive environment within a great institution. Your NHS needs you! Person Specification
Qualifications
Literacy and numeracy qualifications equivalent to Functional Skills level 1 or above (e.g., GCSE grade E or above) NVQ/QCF Level 3 in Care or equivalent qualification or relevant experience Evidence of the Care Certificate or commitment to achieve on joining Trust Motivated to develop knowledge and skills and to undertake self-development Understanding of the Code of Conduct for Health Care Support Workers and Adult Social Care Workers in England Previous Experience
Significant experience of the NHS and/or health/child care and an interest in the specialty with knowledge of wider issues relating to health care Clear understanding of professional accountability, delegation, and professionalism related to the role of a band 3 worker. Makes a positive contribution as a team player and demonstrates awareness of the importance of working as part of a team. Able to deliver a high standard of care for patients and always striving to improve on what you do through change and innovation. Able to communicate effectively with patients/relatives and carers and all members of the multi-disciplinary team. Is sensitive to the impact and implications of decisions and activities undertaken on other professionals Able to work under minimal supervision but fully aware when to escalate concerns to a registered practitioner Flexible, adaptable, organised with good time management skills Ability to cope effectively under pressure and resilient and work within the team to manage complex and challenging situations Good written and verbal communication skills Excellent interpersonal skills with tact, diplomacy, empathy, and understanding IT skills in order to access required systems such as electronic patient records Working knowledge of Health and Safety, Infection Prevention, and Manual Handling Specific Requirements
Able to prioritise and to organise and motivate oneself and others to achieve delegated tasks. Flexible approach to shift patterns and unit needs which may involve working in different areas or cross-site working Able to effectively and appropriately escalate concerns to reduce risk and promote patient safety Able to use own initiative within the boundaries of the role and able to motivate oneself and others Employer Certification / Accreditation Badges
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service. Application Numbers
This vacancy may close early if it receives a high number of applications. Please complete and submit your application in good time to avoid disappointment.
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