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Job summary

Main area
English
Grade
2
Contract
Bank
Hours
  • Part time
  • Flexible working
0 hours per week (Adhoc- When required)
Job ref
070-BHCSW-1124
Employer
Powys Teaching Health Board
Employer type
NHS
Site
5 Bank Staff B450
Town
Bronllys
Salary
£23,970 Pro Rata
Salary period
Yearly
Closing
26/11/2024 23:59

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Powys Teaching Health Board logo

Bank - Health Care Support Worker

2

Be part of a 'Healthy Caring Powys' and help us transform the way we provide health and care, so our communities can Start Well, Live Well and Age Well.

 

The salary scale above has been agreed as part of the NHS Agenda for Change pay award for 2024/2025 and will be implemented in November 2024 backdated to 1st April 2024 where applicable. 

Job overview

The post holder will work as part of a team of ward-based nursing staff and will be required to carry out a range of assigned tasks involving direct and non-direct care for the benefit of the patient and will be in support of and supervised by a Registered Nurse.

Work within core competency framework and expected to deliver a range of basic nursing duties to patients linked clearly to minimum training requirements providing competency to practice.

Required to carry out a range of assigned tasks, participating in the delivery of basic nursing duties under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Main duties of the job

Working as part of a ward-based team assist in the delivery of a high standard of nursing care, acting in a professional manner at all times.

Assist in the adequate nutrition and hydration of individual patients as directed by the Registered Nurse. Participate in food monitoring and complete documentation accurately.

Assist in ensuring that the ward area is kept clean and tidy, e.g. participating in general housekeeping, adhering guidelines in the disposal of dirty linen etc in accordance with Health Board Policies.

Communicate daily with patients and relatives, ward staff and ward visitors, ensuring a polite, respectful, and courteous manner.

Communicate effectively with patients, negotiate care using tact and persuasive skills, and overcome any barriers to understanding, e.g., blind or deaf patients, those with speech difficulties.

Use effective communication skills within the ward/department and with all members of the team, patients, relatives, and personnel from other 
departments.

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Working for our organisation

Being the smallest Heath Board in Wales means that you won’t get lost in the crowd. Everybody at Powys Teaching Health Board is valued for the contribution they make to our varied and diverse portfolio of community-based services. Together, we can continue to make a real difference to our patients and build on our unrivalled reputation. 

As a supportive and progressive employer, we actively encourage you to carve out a career with us, through a range of development pathways. We’re also lucky enough to be situated in one of the most beautiful rural counties in Britain, let alone Wales! Achieving a healthy ’life work’ balance is essential, and something we recognise by prioritising your well-being.

To start your journey with us, and to learn more about what we can offer you please visit: https://pthb.nhs.wales/working-for-us/. There you will find information about our benefits and values, read staff experiences and more about what our beautiful county has to offer.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

 

You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click “Apply now” to view in Trac.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Person specification

Qualifications and/or Knowledge

Essential criteria
  • Can demonstrate clear transferable skills valid to the health care setting equivalent to NVQ / QCF level 2 NVQ / QCF level 2 in Health Care or equivalent
Desirable criteria
  • ECDL Formal qualification (not necessarily in health care setting)

Aptitude and Abilities

Essential criteria
  • Can verbalise a caring attitude Clear communication skills both oral and written Note patient progress in the nursing care evaluation Participation in meetings Participation within the team in care monitoring, audit and evaluation fundamentals of care Able to undertake and accurately chart simple observations: • Temperature • Pulse • Respiration • Blood pressure • Blood glucose monitoring • Fluid input/output monitoring • Bowel motions • Dietary intake

Aptitudes and Capabilities

Essential criteria
  • Able to take patient samples: • Urine • Faeces • Blood • MRSA swabs
Desirable criteria
  • Ability to speak Welsh

Values

Essential criteria
  • To be able to work during antisocial hours. Be able to demonstrate an understanding of Health and Safety issues

Other

Essential criteria
  • Ability to undertake work during unsocial hours Can demonstrate an understanding of Health and Safety issues Ability to travel
Desirable criteria
  • Ability to speak Welsh

Employer certification / accreditation badges

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Applicant requirements

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.

Welsh language skills are desirable

Documents to download

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Further details / informal visits contact

Name
Elizabeth Low
Job title
Resourcing Advisor
Email address
[email protected]
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