Acute Mental Health Support Worker (Inpatient)

The Methodist Church in Britain; Carmarthen; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Hywel Dda University Health Board is seeking a Nursing Support Worker for Morlais Ward at Glangwili Hospital in Carmarthen. You will provide direct nursing care under qualified nurses, monitor patients' health and deliver psychosocial support on the ward and in the community.

Experience in an adult acute inpatient setting is required; Welsh language is desirable but not essential. Shifts include nights within a 24-hour system, with emphasis on dignity, confidentiality and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Level 3 qualification in a health care related subject or equivalent experience with evidenced work-based competency.
• Experience in a health or social care environment with direct patient care.
• Experience of working in an adult acute inpatient setting.
• Knowledge of the Code of Conduct for Healthcare Support Workers in Wales and All Wales Delegation Guidelines (HEIW)

Responsibilities

• Assist in providing direct nursing care under the direction of qualified nurses, following observation and engagement policies.
• Monitor patients' physical health.
• Deliver psychosocial interventions on the ward, in the community and in patients' own homes.
• Build and maintain good working relationships with patients, ensuring their safety and wellbeing.
• Report complaints, untoward events and incidents to qualified nursing staff and complete records under their supervision.

Skills

Direct patient care

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Education

Level 3 qualification in a health care related subject

Job description

Hywel Dda University Health Board is seeking a Nursing Support Worker for Morlais Ward at Glangwili Hospital in Carmarthen. You will provide direct nursing care under qualified nurses, monitor patients' health and deliver psychosocial support on the ward and in the community.

Experience in an adult acute inpatient setting is required; Welsh language is desirable but not essential. Shifts include nights within a 24-hour system, with emphasis on dignity, confidentiality and teamwork.