Healthcare Support Worker - Warrington
NHS Jobs Torquay
Communication and Working Relationships To take part as requested in ward/unit meetings, encouraging effective communications between other staff. To participate in team building/communication, and to develop a cohesive, supportive and effective team.
To work towards the agreed philosophy and objectives of the ward/department. Participate in client and public involvement activities. To liaise and communicate effectively with all service users and relatives. To ensure a cohesive working environment and effective team work in all assignments.
Planning and Organisation At the direction of the Registered Nurses /Senior Clinical Staff, participate fully in the delivery of planned care. Be responsive to change and able to work in an environment which has constant interruptions. Responsibility and Accountability Act with integrity and professionalism, ensuring that you are demonstrating responsible behaviours at all times, in accordance with our Trust values.
Be accountable for your actions and learn from mistakes. Be honest and share experiences, encouraging learning in others. Supporting the wider team during peak activity or during absences. To ensure high standards of care in accordance with agreed policies and procedures.
To work with registered nurses and senior clinical staff to maintain a clean and safe environment for clients and staff. To be aware of clients emotional, social and physical needs, reporting back to senior staff responsible for clients care.
Provide information to enable the effectiveness of care delivered to be evaluated and accurate records maintained. Record in the relevant documentation the care that has been delivered contemporaneously. Recognise and respond appropriately to urgent and emergency situations.
Work collaboratively with registered / senior staff, other health professionals and hotel service staff to ensure clients holistic needs are met. Update client IT systems in the absence of the ward / unit administrator where appropriate. To liaise with ward / unit administrators regarding clients records for clinics / admissions / discharges.
Report any incidents, accidents or complaints to the person in charge of the ward/unit in accordance with Trusts policies. Responsibility for Finance, Equipment and Other Resources Everyone has a responsibility to ensure effective and conservative use of resources.
Maintain paperless filing wherever possible (excluding where any statutory duty may exist). Do not print/ photocopy unless necessary Ensure conservative use of stationery, not using equipment to excess Ensure that any stationery or resource needs are ordered and managed effectively Much of this role requires use of VDU equipment, with frequent long periods of sitting.
Frequent use of a range of web based systems such as NHS Jobs Responsibility for Finance, Equipment and Other Resources To undertake a responsible attitude towards economy and care of equipment and property, and be aware of conditions/hazards predisposing to accidents.
Ensure efficient and effective use of resources. Checking and reporting to works department and Ward / Unit Leader on environmental conditions, i.e. heating, lighting, and general maintenance of the work environment. Policy and Service Responsibility The post holder will work according to Trust standards, policies and procedures and is accountable and responsible to the registered nursing team.
All staff have a responsibility to ensure that the needs of the service are met in a timely and efficient manner. Ensure compliance with policies procedures and clinical guidelines for self and others. Encourage and welcome feedback to ensure that we as individuals, and as a collective team, learn and continually improve.
To work towards the agreed philosophy and objectives of the ward/department. Participate in client and public involvement activities. To liaise and communicate effectively with all service users and relatives. To ensure a cohesive working environment and effective team work in all assignments.
Planning and Organisation At the direction of the Registered Nurses /Senior Clinical Staff, participate fully in the delivery of planned care. Be responsive to change and able to work in an environment which has constant interruptions. Responsibility and Accountability Act with integrity and professionalism, ensuring that you are demonstrating responsible behaviours at all times, in accordance with our Trust values.
Be accountable for your actions and learn from mistakes. Be honest and share experiences, encouraging learning in others. Supporting the wider team during peak activity or during absences. To ensure high standards of care in accordance with agreed policies and procedures.
To work with registered nurses and senior clinical staff to maintain a clean and safe environment for clients and staff. To be aware of clients emotional, social and physical needs, reporting back to senior staff responsible for clients care.
Provide information to enable the effectiveness of care delivered to be evaluated and accurate records maintained. Record in the relevant documentation the care that has been delivered contemporaneously. Recognise and respond appropriately to urgent and emergency situations.
Work collaboratively with registered / senior staff, other health professionals and hotel service staff to ensure clients holistic needs are met. Update client IT systems in the absence of the ward / unit administrator where appropriate. To liaise with ward / unit administrators regarding clients records for clinics / admissions / discharges.
Report any incidents, accidents or complaints to the person in charge of the ward/unit in accordance with Trusts policies. Responsibility for Finance, Equipment and Other Resources Everyone has a responsibility to ensure effective and conservative use of resources.
Maintain paperless filing wherever possible (excluding where any statutory duty may exist). Do not print/ photocopy unless necessary Ensure conservative use of stationery, not using equipment to excess Ensure that any stationery or resource needs are ordered and managed effectively Much of this role requires use of VDU equipment, with frequent long periods of sitting.
Frequent use of a range of web based systems such as NHS Jobs Responsibility for Finance, Equipment and Other Resources To undertake a responsible attitude towards economy and care of equipment and property, and be aware of conditions/hazards predisposing to accidents.
Ensure efficient and effective use of resources. Checking and reporting to works department and Ward / Unit Leader on environmental conditions, i.e. heating, lighting, and general maintenance of the work environment. Policy and Service Responsibility The post holder will work according to Trust standards, policies and procedures and is accountable and responsible to the registered nursing team.
All staff have a responsibility to ensure that the needs of the service are met in a timely and efficient manner. Ensure compliance with policies procedures and clinical guidelines for self and others. Encourage and welcome feedback to ensure that we as individuals, and as a collective team, learn and continually improve.
Personal Development To be responsible for own personal development; attending study days/courses as appropriate. Actively contribute to reviews with your line manager, including supervision and achievement reviews. Be able to ask for support as required. Attend mandatory training is kept up-to-date and develop and maintain own knowledge and skills.
Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation TrustTorquay
Healthcare Support Worker, you will be working together as part of a multidisciplinary, professional team to assist the registered nurses and senior clinical staff in the planning, delivery and evaluation of care.
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Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation TrustTorquay
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
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NHS JobsTorquay
Communication and Working Relationships. Develop and support good communication within the team, and with patients and carers. Use alternative communication methods as required, and support others to do so. Treat colleagues and patients with respect...