Clinical Support Worker - Ward 6

NHS; Barrow-in-Furness; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Barrow-in-Furness seeks a Clinical Support Worker to join their dedicated team on Ward 6. This busy ward specializes in stroke and frail elderly care, offering a supportive environment for both patients and staff. The role involves assisting with personal care, maintaining hygiene, and supporting nursing staff in delivering high-quality patient care. Applicants should have relevant experience and a commitment to professional development.

Qualifications

• Experience working in a care setting.
• Experience with manual handling of patients.

Responsibilities

• Support patients with personal care, nutrition, and fluid management.
• Report to and support registered nurses.
• Maintain a clean and tidy environment.

Skills

Knowledge of personal care procedures

Effective communication skills

Ability to work independently

Ability to maintain accurate patient records

Education

Completion of NHS Care Certificate

Job description

Go back University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay NHS Trust

Clinical Support Worker - Ward 6

Application deadline: 14 May 2025

We welcome applicants eager to make a difference and join the dedicated team on Ward 6. Ward 6 is a busy, 35-bed medical ward specializing in stroke and frail elderly care. It also includes a 5-bed Acute Stroke Unit.

Our team prides itself on exceeding patient and family expectations, and we are committed to your personal and professional development. Newly appointed staff will undergo a 6-month probationary period, including bank staff, to familiarize themselves with the role and environment.

Main duties of the job

• Support patients with personal care, nutrition, and fluid management.
• Report to and support registered nurses.
• Maintain a clean and tidy environment.
• Follow infection prevention guidelines.

About us

We operate from three main hospitals: Furness General Hospital (FGH) in Barrow, Royal Lancaster Infirmary (RLI), and Westmorland General Hospital (WGH) in Kendal. We also have community healthcare premises including Millom Hospital, Queen Victoria Hospital in Morecambe, and Ulverston Community Health Centre.

FGH and RLI offer general hospital services, emergency departments, critical and coronary care units, and consultant-led services. WGH provides general hospital services, an Urgent Treatment Centre, and outpatient services for non-life-threatening conditions.

All hospitals provide planned care, including outpatient diagnostics, therapies, day cases, and inpatient surgery. Community services are delivered in people's homes, clinics, GP practices, community hospitals, and main hospitals, aiming to support independence and health management.

Job responsibilities

For detailed information about the role and responsibilities, please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification available under supporting documents. More information about University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay can be found on our website: https://www.uhmb.nhs.uk/

Person Specification

Experience

• Experience working in a care setting
• Experience with manual handling of patients
• Hospital environment experience

Education and Qualifications

• Completion of NHS Care Certificate or equivalent relevant experience to level 3

Skills, Ability, and Knowledge

• Knowledge of personal care procedures
• Ability to maintain accurate patient records
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Effective communication skills and ability to report patient condition changes
• Capability to perform clinical duties such as observations, blood glucose monitoring, ECGs, and wound dressings

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This position is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975. A Disclosure check will be required to assess any criminal convictions.

Employer

University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay NHS Trust