Wales Nursing Support Worker (Children's Outpatients)
Job summary
The Children's Outpatient's Department is looking for an enthusiastic and motivated individual to join our small friendly team. As a department we offer a range of services to children and families and constantly seek ways to develop our service. This is an exciting opportunity for those wishing to learn and develop skills in a supportive environment. The Outpatient department works closely with our paediatric department and there may be occasion where our staff will undertake clinical shifts on the paediatric ward. The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.
Main duties of the job
Works as part of the multidisciplinary team delivering care to patients within the outpatient setting under supervision provided by a registered healthcare professional. Undertakes personal care activities and clinical care duties with minimal support and supervision as delegated by a registered healthcare professional in accordance with the HEIW All Wales Guidelines for Delegation.
Ensures the registered healthcare professional is regularly updated on the patients/client's condition and progress. Ensures the working environment is safe and hygienic following infection prevention and control policies and processes. Contributes to the teaching and supervision of students and junior staff. Delivers role in accordance with Health Board/Trust Values and Code of Conduct for HCSW's in Wales.
About us
If you relish a challenge, have a passion to help others or simply fancy a fresh start, then Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) North Wales, has all the right ingredients.
The largest health organisation in Wales, providing a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and elective hospital services for a population of around 700,000, across North Wales . Join our team and get the support you need, in line with our Organisational Values and 'Proud to Lead' competence framework.
Enjoy being part of working with engaged leadership at all levels, and be assured we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and are proud to welcome applicants under the "Disability Confident Employer" scheme. Please check your email account regularly. Successful applicants will receive all recruitment related correspondence via the email account registered on the application form. Applications may be submitted in Welsh.
Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.
Job responsibilities
To assist registered nursing staff in providing a high and consistent level of holistic care. Maintaining the dignity and equality of the patient and provision of suitable play/distraction Reporting to a registered nurse if there is cause for concern with a patients physical health, mental and emotional wellbeing.
To undertake identified allocated tasks in relation to the care environment, and in the relation to the direct care of the patient/client group as identified by the nurse in charge. Obtaining and testing specimens in concordance with the care plan and reporting and recording results. On completion of NVQ unit or equivalent course. You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the
