Compassionate Elder Care Support Worker — NHS Ward Team

Cardiff and Vale University Health Board; Exeter; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Cardiff and Vale University Health Board is seeking a compassionate caregiver to deliver high-quality nursing care on a multidisciplinary ward, with a focus on elderly patients. You will communicate effectively with patients and families and work within a supportive team to ensure the best possible care.

The role requires confidentiality, flexibility for day, night and weekend shifts, and the ability to adapt to changing situations while maintaining patient dignity and safety.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care or equivalent
• Care certificate
• GCSE English & Maths at grade A-C (9-4) or level 2 functional skills

Responsibilities

• Provide high standard of individualized nursing care to patients.
• Work within a multi-disciplinary team to deliver patient-focused outcomes.
• Maintain privacy and dignity of patients at all times.
• Demonstrate empathy and adapt communication to circumstances.

Skills

Communication skills

Team player

Flexible

Prioritisation

Empathy

Confidentiality

Stress management

NHS systems knowledge

Venepuncture

Education

NVQ Level 3 Health & Social Care

Care certificate

GCSE English & Maths (A-C)

Tools

None

Job description

Cardiff and Vale University Health Board is seeking a compassionate caregiver to deliver high-quality nursing care on a multidisciplinary ward, with a focus on elderly patients. You will communicate effectively with patients and families and work within a supportive team to ensure the best possible care.

The role requires confidentiality, flexibility for day, night and weekend shifts, and the ability to adapt to changing situations while maintaining patient dignity and safety.