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Job overview

On Russell ward, there is an excellent opportunity for a Clinical Support Worker (CSW) to join our team. Russell Ward is a 16 bedded elderly care ward for over 78 years’ old male patients. The ward is classes as a nightingale ward due to its layout: 12 beds on the main ward, two side rooms and a balcony which has two beds. We have a  care of the elderly Consultant and his team of doctors  who conduct daily ward rounds. The ward staff are split into two teams each day, left side and right side. 

Our team is made of a diverse group of highly talented and motivated individuals who are hardworking and always aim to provide excellent patient-centred care. As a CSW, you will be working under the direct supervision of a registered nurse to deliver holistic patient-centred care and working in a multi-professional team.

We are looking for someone with good listening skills, sympathetic nature, excellent communicator and not afraid of hard work. We are all passionate about learning, teaching and development so we will fully support you as you acquired exciting new skills and competencies during your time with us.

Some requirements that will allow you to shine and be successful include:

• 1 GCSE in maths and English language or minimum of Key Skills Level 1 in literacy and numeracy)
• 2 Experience of working with the public and demonstrating strong customer care skills
• 3 Experience of working in a team

 

 

Main duties of the job

To assist in the delivery of patient/client care and participate in the safe and effective management of the nursing services under the supervision of registered nurses and midwives. The Clinical Support Worker will contribute in a variety of activities of patient/client care to the level of experience and assessed competence that he/she has acquired. The patients  come from a
variety of cultural backgrounds and the CSW must be able to communicate effectively.

Working for our organisation

Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust provides hospital services to a growing population of around 700,000 people living across Bedfordshire and the surrounding areas across two busy hospital sites in Bedford and Luton.  Both hospital sites offer key services such as A&E, Obstetrics-led Maternity and Paediatrics.

You will be joining a friendly, high performing Trust committed to ensuring the health and wellbeing of staff. As one of the largest NHS Trusts in our region you will have access to a programme of high quality training and development to help you grow your career.

We have state-of-the art facilities placing us at the heart of cutting edge health care. The Trust continues to be committed to delivering the best patient care using the best clinical knowledge and technology available.

Please note that vacancies may close prior to the advertised closing date when sufficient number of applications have been received. Please ensure that you make your application as soon as possible.

All new staff will be subject to a probationary period covering their first six months in post. Travel between hospital sites may be required.

Please review all documents attached to this advert to ensure you familiarise yourself with all requirements of the job.

It is an exciting time to join the newly formed Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. We run two busy hospital sites in Bedford and Luton. Our 7,500 staff provide high quality care for a growing population of around 700,000 across Bedfordshire and the surrounding areas.

 

You will be joining a friendly, high performing Trust committed to ensuring the health and wellbeing of staff. As one of the largest NHS Trusts in our region you will have access to a programme of high quality training and development to help you grow your career. Travel between hospital sites may be required. We have state-of-the art facilities placing us at the heart of cutting edge health care. The Trust continues to be committed to delivering the best patient care using the best clinical knowledge and technology available.