Bank-Mental Health Care Support Worker

Powys Teaching Health Board; Wales; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A local health organization in Wales seeks a motivated Nursing Assistant to join their ward-based team. The role involves supporting patients under the direction of a Registered Nurse, ensuring high standards of care and teamwork. Applicants should demonstrate a caring attitude and a willingness to learn. Training will be provided for those interested in progressing within healthcare.

Benefits

On-the-job training

Career development opportunities

Supportive working environment

Qualifications

• No formal qualification required; on-the-job training provided.
• Experience in working in a caring setting preferred.
• Knowledge of role requirements necessary.

Responsibilities

• Assist in delivering nursing care within the team.
• Support patient nutrition and hydration as directed.
• Maintain professionalism in all interactions.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Calm under pressure

Welsh language ability

Education

General education

NVQ Level II Award

GCSEs or similar

Job description

Currently we are unable to provide certificates of sponsorship for this role as it does not meet the Home Office's criteria. Anyone requiring a certificate of sponsorship or if they hold a Skilled Worker Visa/Health & Care Visa is therefore unable to be shortlisted and interviewed

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 nondirect 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.

About us

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.

Job 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

• No formal qualification required. On the job training will be provided. Good level of general education. Demonstrate knowledge of the requirements of the role.
• Possess or working towards NVQ Level II Award. GCSEs or similar qualifications. Previous hospital experience.

Experience

• Experience of working as part of a team
• Previous experience in working in a caring setting

Aptitude and Abilities

• Ability to communicate with a range of people in both a verbal and written capacity. Ability to keep calm in stressful situations
• Ability to speak Welsh

Values

• Demonstrate PTHB Values. Demonstrate core caring Values. Have a caring, kind and sympathetic attitude in line with PTHB Values. Ability to work well as part of a team. Ability to prioritise competing demands on time

Other

• Flexibility to meet service needs. Ability to adapt to different situations. Amenable to change as required. Ability to assist with the safe handling of patients.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.