Clinical Support Worker

NHS; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity for a Clinical Support Worker at Nottingham City Hospital, providing care for patients across multiple specialties. This role offers professional development and the chance to learn new skills in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Extensive personal development opportunities

Qualifications

• Confident, self-motivated individuals keen to learn and enjoy challenges.

Responsibilities

• Assist with patient hygiene and comfort needs.
• Support medication administration under supervision.
• Perform nursing procedures upon verification of competency.

Skills

Patient Observations

Personal Care

Venepuncture

Cannulation

ECG Recordings

Job description

Job summary

Required to carry out a number of designated tasks, including direct care, in support of and under the supervision of a registered nurse.

Work effectively as part of the multi-disciplinary team.

Following appropriate training and assessment, undertake clinical and non-clinical duties in support of the registered nurse.

Main duties of the job

In addition to the summary, familiarize yourself with the full Job Description and Personal Specification attached to this advert.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Clinical Support Worker position on our Specialist Receiving Unit, caring for patients from four specialties: Oncology, Haematology, Renal & Infectious Diseases.

With ongoing changes in acute medicine, this is a great opportunity to be part of a dynamic team at Nottingham City Hospital, providing excellent care in a fast-paced environment. The unit admits patients via the Emergency Department, from home, and outpatient areas.

This role offers opportunities to learn new skills and develop professionally. We seek individuals who are keen to learn, confident, self-motivated, and enjoy challenges. Competencies include patient observations, personal care, venepuncture, cannulation, and ECG recordings.

About us

With over 19,000 staff, we are a major employer supporting the health and wellbeing of our community. We lead in research, education, and innovation.

Join NUH, where we value diversity and encourage new ideas to enhance our team. We offer extensive personal development opportunities, aiming to turn your job into a fulfilling career!

We welcome applications from people who identify as Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic, or Disabled, to improve our representation.

Details

• Date posted: 09 May 2025
• Pay scheme: Agenda for Change
• Band: Band 3
• Salary: £24,625 - £25,674 per year (pro rata)
• Contract: Permanent
• Working pattern: Full-time, Part-time
• Reference number: 164-7165412

Job locations

MSSD, Multi-specialty Same Day Emergency Care Unit, A Floor, QMC, Derby Road, Nottingham, NG7 2UH

Job description

Job responsibilities

Under supervision of a registered nurse, perform nursing procedures upon verification of competency and assist with patient care and treatment.

Assist with meeting patients' hygiene and comfort needs: washing, bathing, oral care, escorting to toilet, assisting with bedpans/commodes, making beds, handling linen.

Support medication administration, including nebulisers, under supervision; assist with vital signs and fluid charts; help meet dietary needs, including distributing drinks and meals, assisting with eating and drinking.

Perform competent venepuncture and cannulation.

Work independently within your scope, seeking guidance as needed.

Plan routines proactively and contribute to patient care standards.

Assist with administrative tasks like progress chasing, arranging scans, transport, and reception duties.

Recognize the importance of personal development and participate in training and audits.