Frailty Support Worker

University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust; Tudhoe; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional healthcare provider in the United Kingdom is seeking a dedicated individual to maintain stock and ensure the equipment used in Frailty wards is always operational. The job involves managing stock efficiently, adhering to safety protocols, and supporting the daily tasks of the wards. This role offers opportunities for career development and a focus on staff wellbeing.

Benefits

Wellbeing Programme

Flexible working options

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in stock management and equipment maintenance.
• Ability to adhere to statutory check documentation.
• Strong organisational skills.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and manage stock effectively.
• Ensure equipment is decontaminated and ready for use.
• Prioritise daily tasks as per the Daily/Weekly Task Sheet.

Job description

Overview

To maintain all of Frailty wards storage and keep in a clean and tidy condition across Level 8 at Royal Sussex County Hospital and Newhaven Ward at Newhaven Rehabilitation Centre. This includes the Frailty Same Day Emergency Care (FSDEC) area.

Responsibilities

• Monitor, receive and unpack stock into allocated areas.
• Ensure efficient stock management contributing to financial efficiencies.
• Ensure all necessary statutory check documentation is maintained.
• Ensure equipment is decontaminated/calibrated and ready for use.
• Contribute to the smooth running of Level 8 Frailty wards and Newhaven Ward.
• Support alternative ways of working, particularly where the need for change cannot be easily identified.
• Be responsible for the daily prioritisation of work adhering to the Daily/Weekly Task Sheet.
• Manage stock received and put away, making sure current stock is rotated. Report discrepancies and assist NHS Supplies to ensure correct stock ordering.
• Ensure all equipment is in good working order and returned when borrowed, including monitoring equipment such as ultrasound, bladder scanner, ECG machine, hoists, stand aids and cardiac monitors.
• Ensure there are an adequate number of Evo/Alaris/Baxter pumps available for the Frailty wards.
• Complete other duties in a timely manner as required.

About us and wellbeing

At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always put the Patient First. Our Wellbeing Programme for staff is extensive and designed to support you when you need it, including flexible working where possible to support work life balance.

Career development

As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching and training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us and throughout your career we will help you to grow and develop. We hope that in choosing UHSussex you are choosing a long and happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make and feel valued for all that you do.