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Healthcare Support Worker - Teign Ward

Newton Abbot, England, United Kingdom Full-time Posted 5 days ago
Teign Ward are recruiting a Healthcare Support Worker to join our friendly and supportive team, where the successful applicant will be working as an integral part of the multi-disciplinary team that is committed to providing high standards of compassionate, individualised care.

Our ward is 30 bedded bedded medical/ rehabilitation ward. Admitting directly from the Frailty Hub or transferring from acute hospitals for ongoing care and rehabilitation. As such we see a broad range of medical conditions as well as looking after patients at the end of their life.

Therefore, previous care experience in care of the older adult would be preferable. You should be able to demonstrate a commitment and passionate in providing high quality patient care.

Once established within the ward, we believe in offering you the opportunity to continuously develop and learn here with us. #CareToJoinUs?

We have a fantastic multi-disciplinary ward team approach to patient care and always strive to ensure the patient has the best experience possible whilst with us, and are looking for a caring and compassionate person who is able to work within a multi-disciplinary team to deliver a high standard of individualized nursing care to our patients.

You will need excellent communication skills, and be able to work independently, prioritizing your workload to ensure the best outcomes for patients.

You will ensure that your own actions support the care, protection and well-being of individuals, and ensure their privacy and dignity at all times.

You will need to be flexible as this is a rotational post which includes days, nights and weekend working.

Why work with us - Torbay Hospital provides acute care for the local community and has several community hospitals, and is a hot-spot for those who are considering living by the sea or within half an hour of Dartmoor National Park and an hour to Exmoor National Park.

Meanwhile, Plymouth and Exeter are also both within a short drive to enjoy the culture, maritime history and shopping experiences.

Please note: Priority will be given to applicants with recognised 'Priority' or 'At Risk' status, including NHS staff identified across Devon.

For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Danielle Harker Job title: Ward Manager Email address: danielle.harker1@nhs.net Telephone number: 01803 860801

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