Band 3 Healthcare Support Worker

Tamfol; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 32,000 - 33,000; Part time

Job summary

The Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Band 3 Senior Nursing Assistant to join the HIV Service at the Ian Charleson Day Centre in London. The role supports delivery of safe, patient-centered HIV care and works with nurses, doctors, pharmacists and admin staff.

The post is part-time (2 days per week, ideally Monday and Friday) with salary £31,554–£33,270 per year. You will undertake delegated clinical and administrative duties under supervision, with opportunities to develop new

Qualifications

• Undertake delegated clinical and administrative duties under the supervision of a registered nurse.
• Assist with induction, supervision and training of Band 2 Nursing Assistants.
• Collaborate with nurses, doctors, pharmacists and administrative colleagues to support HIV care.
• Be a role model for students and colleagues within the multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Assist with direct patient care and contribute to clinic/day care activities.
• Support delivery of safe, effective and patient-centred HIV care.
• Provide administrative support to ensure smooth clinic operation.

Skills

Patient care

Clinical support

Training

Supervision

Job description

Employer:Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust

Salary:£31,554 – £33,270 a year

Job Types:Part-time

Location:London NW3 2QG

This vacancy is for 2 days per week – ideally candidates will be available on Monday and Friday for this role.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a motivated and compassionate Band 3 Senior Nursing Assistant to join the HIV Service at the Ian Charleson Day Centre (ICDC), part of the Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust.

ICDC is one of the UK’s largest HIV outpatient services, providing specialist care to more than 3,400 people living with HIV. We are looking for an enthusiastic individual who is committed to delivering high-quality patient care and who enjoys working within a busy, supportive multidisciplinary team.

As a Senior Nursing Assistant, you will work alongside nurses, doctors, pharmacists and administrative colleagues to support the delivery of safe, effective and patient-centred HIV care. The role involves both direct patient care and clinical support activities, helping to ensure a positive experience for patients attending the service.

You will undertake a range of delegated clinical and administrative duties under the supervision of a registered nurse and will have opportunities to develop new skills and contribute to the smooth running of our clinics and day care services.

As a member of the multidisciplinary team the post holder will contribute to the delivery of patients’ individual care under the direction and supervision of a registered nurse

The Senior Nursing Assistant demonstrates a level of skill and understanding which enables them to undertake specific tasks delegated by the nurse in charge and in accordance with relevant procedures, guidelines and policies. They will undertake both routine and specially identified tasks for which they have been trained and assessed as competent.

• Assist with the induction, supervision and training and development of Band 2 Nursing Assistants under the supervision of a registered nurse.

There is the opportunity to develop within the role and undertake further training and development.

To act as a role model for student nurses and colleagues.

The Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK’s biggest and most innovative trusts. Across three main hospitals, our dedicated army of staff care for over 1.6million patients, treat more than 200,000 in A&E, deliver over 8,000 babies and carry out more than 17million tests.

Our size, scale and influence offer you unrivalled career opportunities and a forward-thinking approach to working that works around your lifestyle. From flexible hours and generous benefits, to next level training, we make it easier to take your career to the top

Please see attached job description for more information about this role and working at Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust.