Clinical Support Worker- Nidderdale Ward

Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust; Harrogate; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional healthcare provider in Harrogate is seeking a motivated individual to join their female surgical ward. This role involves delivering high-quality care, performing venepuncture and cannulation, and monitoring patients throughout their surgical journey. Ideal candidates will thrive in a dynamic environment and possess strong communication skills. The organization values kindness, integrity, teamwork, and equality, offering a supportive role in the NHS.

Benefits

Employee Assistance Programme

Counselling service

Fast-track Physiotherapy service

Qualifications

• Experience in a fast-paced multi-speciality ward.
• Ability to work as part of a team.
• Commitment to delivering high quality care.

Responsibilities

• Perform venepuncture and cannulation.
• Monitor blood sugar levels and record ECG.
• Provide fundamental care including washing and feeding patients.

Skills

Venepuncture

Cannulation

ECG recording

Blood sugar monitoring

Computer literacy

Effective communication

Patient transportation

Job description

Overview

An exciting opportunity to join Nidderdale our female surgical ward. We are a fast paced multi-speciality ward with a welcoming team and a strong 'can do' culture. We are looking for a motivated and enthusiastic individual to become part of our dedicated team, delivering high quality care, and supporting our surgical patients throughout their surgical journey. If you are passionate about teamwork, thrive in a dynamic environment, and want to make a real difference, we would love to hear from you.

Responsibilities

• Venepuncture
• Cannulation
• ECG recording
• Blood sugar monitoring
• Use of Blood Gas machine
• Must be computer literate
• Transportation of patients between wards and departments
• Preparation of bed spaces/rooms
• Be aware of own limitations and know to seek advice
• Maintain a high standard of record keeping ensuring all entries are accurate and legible
• Acknowledge difficulties with communication and provide support and seek help as required
• Use resources effectively
• Fundamental care including washing, dressing, feeding patients, serving meals, and pressure area care

The above is not an exhaustive list but acts as a guideline to the duties and responsibilities of the post.

About Us

Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust (HDFT) cares for the population in Harrogate and the local area, as well as across North Yorkshire, Leeds and parts of the North East. At HDFT we provide outstanding care to both our patients and our staff and we value Kindness, Integrity, Teamwork and Equality. If you’re looking for an interesting and rewarding career in the NHS, where you can make a real difference to patients’ lives, HDFT could be the place for you!

We Offer Colleagues

• A supportive culture so colleagues can bring their whole selves to work.
• Staff Recognition – regular appraisals, and awards including Making a Difference & Team of the Month, plus annual Colleague Recognition Awards.
• Employee Support and wellbeing – extensive benefits including an Employee Assistance Programme, counselling service and a fast-track Physiotherapy service.

Please Note

• Due to high levels of interest, posts may close early if we reach a sufficient number of applications.
• Visa sponsorship is only available for certain roles. Please ensure the role you are interested in meets the criteria for a visa before submitting your application.
• The Trust does not offer relocation packages for Agenda for Change roles.
• All job offers are subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks.

For further details or informal visits contact: Name: Rachel Little
Job title: Ward Manager
Email: [e-mail]
Telephone: [phone]

If interested please make contact – we can arrange a walk around.