Care Support Worker

KIMS Hospital; Maidstone; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare facility in Maidstone is seeking a compassionate Care Support Worker to assist in patient pre-assessment and recovery for cardiac procedures. The ideal candidate will have experience in care roles and strong interpersonal skills. This role offers benefits like a competitive salary, private health insurance, and ample leave. A commitment to diversity and a supportive environment is also emphasized.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Private Health Insurance

33 days' annual leave

Free staff parking

Pension scheme

Free flu vaccinations and eye tests

Qualifications

• Experience working as a Care Support Worker, Health Care Assistant, or Clinical Support Worker.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality at all times.
• Desire to help others and keen interest in cardiac care.

Responsibilities

• Support nursing staff in patient pre-assessment, admissions, and recovery.
• Chaperone consultants during various specialties.
• Take vital signs for patients' pre-appointments.

Skills

Patient-focused

Compassionate attitude

Excellent interpersonal skills

Education

Minimum Level 2 NVQ in Health and Social Care

Job description

Support our nursing staff in patient pre-assessment, admissions, and recovery for interventional cardiac procedures.

Help out in Outpatient Cardiology, assisting with Bloods and Stress Echo Clinics.

Take vital signs like temperature, pulse, respirations, and weight for patients' pre-appointment.

Perform key procedures, such as taking bloods, performing ECGs, and accurate documentation.

Maintain confidentiality while treating patients with the utmost respect and dignity.

Responsibilities:

• Chaperone consultants during various specialties.
• Take reassurance from knowing that your interviewer can often be as nervous as you.

Requirements:

• We need a patient-focused Care Support Worker who has an innate desire to help others and a keen interest in cardiac care.
• Experience working as a Care Support Worker, Health Care Assistant, or Clinical Support Worker.
• A caring and compassionate attitude with a real interest in providing outstanding care.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to maintain confidentiality at all times.

Desirable:

• Hold a Care Certificate qualification or minimum Level 2 NVQ in Health and Social Care.
• Experience in a healthcare setting, including taking bloods or performing ECGs.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary in line with AfC
• 40 Hours Per Week
• Structured preceptorship programme
• Private Health Insurance
• 33 days' annual leave (including bank holidays), plus a day off for your birthday!
• Free staff parking and Life Assurance
• Pension scheme
• Free flu vaccinations and eye tests
• Relocation packages (where applicable)

At KIMS Hospital, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We provide a supportive, inclusive environment where your growth and well-being matter. You'll be working in a place that values compassionate care, offering you a chance to develop specialist skills in a highly respected department.

We are deeply committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We are proud to be an equal opportunities and disability confident employer.