Compassionate Nursing Support Worker, Older Adult Mental Health

Hywel Dda University Health Board; Llanelli; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Hywel Dda University Health Board in Wales is seeking a Nursing Support Worker to join the Older Adult Mental Health Assessment Unit. You will work under Registered Nurses to deliver compassionate, person-centred care to older adults with conditions such as dementia, depression, and cognitive impairment, supporting activities of daily living and monitoring health.

You will help develop therapeutic relationships, promote dignity and independence, and contribute to assessments, care planning and

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality, person-centred care to older adults with mental health conditions.
• Support patients with activities of daily living and monitor mental and physical wellbeing.
• Observe and report changes in patients' presentation, cognition, mood and health to the MDT.
• Develop therapeutic relationships, promote dignity and independence, and encourage engagement in meaningful activities.

Job description

Hywel Dda University Health Board in Wales is seeking a Nursing Support Worker to join the Older Adult Mental Health Assessment Unit. You will work under Registered Nurses to deliver compassionate, person-centred care to older adults with conditions such as dementia, depression, and cognitive impairment, supporting activities of daily living and monitoring health.

You will help develop therapeutic relationships, promote dignity and independence, and contribute to assessments, care planning and