Compassionate Clinical Support Worker — Nursing Pathway

Royal United Hospitals Bath NHS Foundation Trust; Bath; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

An NHS healthcare provider in Bath is looking for a Clinical Healthcare Support Worker to deliver compassionate care and support to patients. This role requires excellent communication skills and a caring attitude. You will assist with vital monitoring, patient self-care, and work alongside registered nurses. The position is full-time, with training provided, and has opportunities for progression. A GCSE or equivalent is essential, and experience as a healthcare assistant is desirable.

Qualifications

• Essential to understand the need for strict confidentiality.
• Caring approach to patients and relatives is crucial.
• Ability to prioritize workload effectively.
• Working under own initiative is essential.
• Teamwork awareness is important.

Responsibilities

• Support registered nurses in delivering compassionate health care.
• Monitor vital signs and record them accurately.
• Measure glucose and manage samples.
• Perform wound swabs and venepuncture tasks.
• Accurately record all actions in patient notes.

Skills

Understanding of confidentiality

Caring approach to patients

Ability to prioritize workload

Ability to work independently

Teamwork awareness

Education

Basic school education with GCSE passes or equivalent

NVQ Level III Care Award or equivalent

Job description

An NHS healthcare provider in Bath is looking for a Clinical Healthcare Support Worker to deliver compassionate care and support to patients. This role requires excellent communication skills and a caring attitude. You will assist with vital monitoring, patient self-care, and work alongside registered nurses. The position is full-time, with training provided, and has opportunities for progression. A GCSE or equivalent is essential, and experience as a healthcare assistant is desirable.