Enhanced Care Observer: 1:1 Mental Health Support

Bristol NHS Foundation Trust; Weston-super-Mare; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Bristol NHS Foundation Trust is recruiting for a Healthcare Support Worker to join the Enhanced Supervision Team at Weston sites. The role focuses on patients requiring increased observation and de-escalation, delivering compassionate, patient-centred care with safety in mind.

You will work under the supervision of a registered Nurse, carry out routine clinical tasks, support activities of daily living, and help with reminiscence and other therapeutic activities to reduce distress and promote

Qualifications

• Prior experience working as a Healthcare Support Worker / Nursing or Care Assistant is essential.
• Experience in mental health and/or learning disabilities is advantageous.
• Experience in de-escalation techniques and providing compassionate, patient-centred care.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 direct supervision and support for patients at increased risk.
• Promote safety, reassurance and dignity with person-centred care.
• Assist with personal care needs including hygiene, nutrition and hydration.
• Follow Trust policies (infection control, manual handling) and work under supervision of the registered Nurse.
• Support ECO patients and participate in reminiscence-based activities and simple crafts to support emotional wellbeing.
• Assist with activities outside ward environment when appropriate.
• Support band 2 Health Care Support Workers and participate in induction of new staff and visitors.

Job description

Bristol NHS Foundation Trust is recruiting for a Healthcare Support Worker to join the Enhanced Supervision Team at Weston sites. The role focuses on patients requiring increased observation and de-escalation, delivering compassionate, patient-centred care with safety in mind.

You will work under the supervision of a registered Nurse, carry out routine clinical tasks, support activities of daily living, and help with reminiscence and other therapeutic activities to reduce distress and promote