Dorset County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a motivated Band 2 Healthcare Support Worker with excellent communication skills to work as part of the Outpatient nursing team in Dorset County Hospital, South Walks House and Weymouth Outpatient departments. Outpatient's is a diverse, multidisciplinary environment which requires flexible and adaptable skills, an aptitude to learn and a motivation to develop your own skills. If you are a dynamic individual who enjoys a challenge and would like to join a team who are passionate about providing high quality care to their patients, then we want to hear from you. Main duties of the job
The successful candidate will be enthusiastic, motivated and committed to give high quality nursing care and be able to work autonomously as well as part of a team. You will consistently ensure that a patient's privacy, dignity and psychological well-being is maintained, at all times, as well as the care given is patient centred. You need to have excellent leadership, communication and interpersonal skills. We require individuals who are forward thinking, well organised and have a positive attitude towards flexibility and change. The successful candidate will be required to rotate through all the Outpatients areas, main DCH site, South Walks House and Weymouth Hospital. Recent Outpatient Experience would be an advantage but not essential. In order to meet the needs of the service, the working pattern is flexible. In the future this may include weekend and evening working. About us
At DCHFT, we pride ourselves on the care we provide for our patients, and on the culture, we are creating for our staff. We work hard to create a fair, inclusive environment for our staff. Our Mission is to work in partnership to provide high quality, compassionate services and to nurture an environment where people can be at their best. We are a Trust that celebrates diversity, and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applications from people in all under-represented groups. Job responsibilities
Our DCHFT Job Description and Person Specification (attached) tells you all about this role, what to expect and what is needed to succeed. When completing your application please make sure to tell us how your experience and skills fit the person specification. Please contact us at
recruitment@dchft.nhs.uk
if you are unable to view or download the attachment. For all our roles, we are looking for staff who hold our Trust Values of Integrity, Respect, Teamwork and Excellence, and who are passionate about providing the best patient care. To read more about our Trust and our Values search Dorset County Hospital online. Person Specification
EDUCATION, QUALIFICATIONS
Evidence of secondary education to include an understanding of literacy and numeracy Level 2 healthcare certificate (or willing to complete) or equivalent relevant experience Knowledge and Experience
Recent experience of Outpatient setting, beneficial but not essential Experience of working in a team under appropriate supervision Able to demonstrate an understanding of principles of effective communication and care giving Understanding of basic hygiene skills Knowledge of when to seek advice and refer to a registered care professional Able to listen to advice from colleagues, agree a plan of action and implement Understanding of the importance of the promotion of health and well being Awareness of manual handling of patients, using lifting aids Skills and abilities
Ability to communicate clearly and effectively (to understand and be understood) Ability to follow clear instruction and feed back to senior staff Ability to work as part of a team as well as on own initiative IT literate Courteous, respectful and helpful at all times Ability to work effectively as a team player under appropriate supervision, and as part of a multidisciplinary team Manages stress levels effectively. Able to work in a busy environment and manage own workload Be able to speak English as necessary to undertake role Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Employer name
Dorset County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
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An exciting opportunity has arisen for a motivated Band 2 Healthcare Support Worker with excellent communication skills to work as part of the Outpatient nursing team in Dorset County Hospital, South Walks House and Weymouth Outpatient departments. Outpatient's is a diverse, multidisciplinary environment which requires flexible and adaptable skills, an aptitude to learn and a motivation to develop your own skills. If you are a dynamic individual who enjoys a challenge and would like to join a team who are passionate about providing high quality care to their patients, then we want to hear from you. Main duties of the job
The successful candidate will be enthusiastic, motivated and committed to give high quality nursing care and be able to work autonomously as well as part of a team. You will consistently ensure that a patient's privacy, dignity and psychological well-being is maintained, at all times, as well as the care given is patient centred. You need to have excellent leadership, communication and interpersonal skills. We require individuals who are forward thinking, well organised and have a positive attitude towards flexibility and change. The successful candidate will be required to rotate through all the Outpatients areas, main DCH site, South Walks House and Weymouth Hospital. Recent Outpatient Experience would be an advantage but not essential. In order to meet the needs of the service, the working pattern is flexible. In the future this may include weekend and evening working. About us
At DCHFT, we pride ourselves on the care we provide for our patients, and on the culture, we are creating for our staff. We work hard to create a fair, inclusive environment for our staff. Our Mission is to work in partnership to provide high quality, compassionate services and to nurture an environment where people can be at their best. We are a Trust that celebrates diversity, and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applications from people in all under-represented groups. Job responsibilities
Our DCHFT Job Description and Person Specification (attached) tells you all about this role, what to expect and what is needed to succeed. When completing your application please make sure to tell us how your experience and skills fit the person specification. Please contact us at
recruitment@dchft.nhs.uk
if you are unable to view or download the attachment. For all our roles, we are looking for staff who hold our Trust Values of Integrity, Respect, Teamwork and Excellence, and who are passionate about providing the best patient care. To read more about our Trust and our Values search Dorset County Hospital online. Person Specification
EDUCATION, QUALIFICATIONS
Evidence of secondary education to include an understanding of literacy and numeracy Level 2 healthcare certificate (or willing to complete) or equivalent relevant experience Knowledge and Experience
Recent experience of Outpatient setting, beneficial but not essential Experience of working in a team under appropriate supervision Able to demonstrate an understanding of principles of effective communication and care giving Understanding of basic hygiene skills Knowledge of when to seek advice and refer to a registered care professional Able to listen to advice from colleagues, agree a plan of action and implement Understanding of the importance of the promotion of health and well being Awareness of manual handling of patients, using lifting aids Skills and abilities
Ability to communicate clearly and effectively (to understand and be understood) Ability to follow clear instruction and feed back to senior staff Ability to work as part of a team as well as on own initiative IT literate Courteous, respectful and helpful at all times Ability to work effectively as a team player under appropriate supervision, and as part of a multidisciplinary team Manages stress levels effectively. Able to work in a busy environment and manage own workload Be able to speak English as necessary to undertake role Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Employer name
Dorset County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
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