Clinical Support Worker - Community Nursing

NHS National Services Scotland; Stirling; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity for a motivated Clinical Support Worker to join District Nursing teams. The role involves providing routine care, performing clinical skills, and supporting multidisciplinary teams. Candidates must possess strong communication skills and be willing to travel throughout the service area.

Qualifications

• Membership of the Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme required.
• Excellent communication skills and effective written communication essential.
• Good working knowledge of IT systems.

Responsibilities

• Carry out routine care for patients under supervision.
• Perform clinical skills such as venipuncture and medication administration.
• Support team members and meet patients' needs.

Skills

Communication skills

IT systems knowledge

Ability to work independently

Job description

Job Title: Clinical Support Worker - District Nursing

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a highly motivated and enthusiastic Clinical Support Worker to work within our District Nursing teams. You will work as part of a multidisciplinary team and carry out routine care for patients under the supervision of District Nurses or Registered Nurses. Excellent communication skills, including effective written communication and a good working knowledge of IT systems, are essential.

The role includes various clinical skills such as venipuncture, medication administration, catheter care, and other clinical investigations, which you will perform without supervision following relevant training. You will also care for palliative and end-of-life patients in their homes.

You will support other team members, including staff nurses and student nurses, and carry out duties to meet patients' needs, ensuring appropriate care.

Ability to work independently and refer to registered professionals when necessary is required. Lone working is part of this role, and you must be willing and able to travel throughout the service area.

This position requires membership of the Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme. More information can be found at www.disclosurescotland.co.uk.

For informal enquiries, please contact:

• Alexander Polson – 07768707623
• Kerry Murphy – 07775541957

Note on Immigration: This role does not meet the eligibility criteria for a Certificate of Sponsorship under current UK Immigration Rules. Overseas applicants should review alternative immigration options at www.gov.uk/browse/visas-immigration.

Application closing note: We anticipate high interest in this position and may close the vacancy early once sufficient applications are received. Please submit your application early.

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NHS Forth Valley is committed to equality and diversity and encourages applications from disabled people who meet the minimum criteria. For reasonable adjustments, contact the Recruitment Office at 0330 041 4694.

We aim for our workforce to be representative and respectful of all sections of society, promoting an inclusive environment.