Health Care Support Worker

NHS; Rhyl; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Disability Confident Employer

Work-life balance policies

Job summary

Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) North Wales is inviting applications for a ward nurse role on the Glan Clwyd Hospital elderly care ward, working with doctors and nursing staff to support care delivery.

Further training will be provided to fulfil the role, with emphasis on team-working, dignity, and compassionate care within an inclusive, equality-focused environment.

Qualifications

• Basic numeracy and literacy skills.
• Level 2 in health and social care or equivalent experience.
• Completion of all Wales Induction Framework.

Responsibilities

• Assist registered nurses/practitioners to deliver basic care to patients, in partnership with the team.
• Deliver patient care as documented in the nursing care plan and carry out duties under supervision.
• Welsh language ability is desirable; Welsh and/or English speakers are welcome to apply.

Skills

Basic numeracy and literacy skills

Education

Level 2 in health and social care or equivalent experience

Completion of all Wales Induction Framework

Job description

If you relish a challenge, have a passion to help others or simply fancy a fresh start, then Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) North Wales, has all the right ingredients. The largest health organisation in Wales, providing a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and elective hospital services for a population of around 700,000, across North Wales. Join our team and get the support you need, in line with our Organisational Values and 'Proud to Lead' competence framework.

The organisation is currently undertaking a comprehensive operating model review and change programme to ensure we are best positioned for the future, creating exciting opportunities to shape how we work and deliver for the people of North Wales.

Enjoy being part of working with engaged leadership at all levels, and be assured we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and are proud to welcome applicants under the "Disability Confident Employer" scheme. We also offer a number of family-friendly benefits, including work-life balance policies.

Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.

Job overview

Applications are invited for an exciting opportunity to join the ward 1 nursing team in Glan Clwyd Hospital. The role will involve team working to support the Doctors and Nursing staff in supporting people in our care on a busy care of the elderly ward.

The successful candidate will be offered specific training as required to fulfil the role.

Main duties of the job

To assist registered nurses/practitioners to deliver based care to patients/clients, working in partnership with other health care professionals, the patient their family and carers.

Deliver patient care as documented in the nursing care plan. Carry out a wide range of duties under the supervision of a registered nurse for the period of the shift.

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.

Working for our organisation

If you relish a challenge, have a passion to help others or simply fancy a fresh start, then Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) North Wales, has all the right ingredients. The largest health organisation in Wales, providing a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and elective hospital services for a population of around 700,000, across North Wales. Join our team and get the support you need, in line with our Organisational Values and 'Proud to Lead' competence framework.

Enjoy being part of working with engaged leadership at all levels, and be assured we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and are proud to welcome applicants under the "Disability Confident Employer" scheme.

Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Person specification

Qualifications and/or Knowledge

• Basic numeracy and literacy skills
• Level 2 in health and social care or equivalent experience
• Completion of all Wales Induction Framework

Experience

• Experience required to fulfil the requirements of the post.
• Experience of dealing with the public
• Previous clinical experience

To work in the UK, all candidates who are not UK or Republic of Ireland (RoI) nationals require sponsorship to obtain either a Health and Care visa or Skilled Worker visa , unless you have permission to work via another route. Non UK / RoI candidates wishing to apply should self-assess the likelihood of obtaining a Certificate of Sponsorship by visiting Work in the UK . If you are eligible for the Health and Care visa, application costs are lower and you do not need to pay the annual Immigration Health Surcharge.

Employer certification / accreditation badges

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Name Michelle Eaton Job title Ward Manager Email address [e-mail] Telephone number 03000 844144 Additional information

For informal discussions call the ward and ask to speak to the ward management team