Health Care Support Worker- Acute Medical Receiving Unit

NHS Scotland; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Join NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde as a Healthcare Support Worker, where you will play a vital role in delivering patient-centered care. This position offers opportunities for professional development within a supportive multidisciplinary team, focusing on enhancing patient recovery and well-being. Ideal candidates will have healthcare experience and essential skills in venepuncture and wound care.

Qualifications

• Experience in healthcare, preferably in acute care.
• Compliance with mandatory induction standards.
• Caring attitude and excellent interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality, patient-centered care under supervision.
• Work effectively within multidisciplinary teams.
• Support patient journeys in a 68-bed unit.

Skills

Venepuncture

Cannulation

Blood glucose recording

Wound care

Effective communication

Teamwork

Ability to work under pressure

Job description

Join NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde as a Healthcare Support Worker

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde is one of the largest healthcare systems in the UK, employing around 40,000 staff across various clinical and non-clinical roles. We provide acute hospital, primary, community, and mental health services to a population of over 1.15 million, extending to 2.2 million with regional and national services.

Position Details:

• Full-time: 37 hours/week
• Part-time: 22.70 hours/week
• Day and Night Rotation

Are you seeking the next step in your healthcare career? Do you want to develop your skills, work with people, and make a real difference? This could be the opportunity for you.

As a Healthcare Support Worker, you will be integral to our multidisciplinary teams, delivering high-quality, patient-centered care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. Effective communication, teamwork, and a commitment to high standards are essential.

We are looking for a dedicated individual with experience in healthcare, preferably with acute care experience. Key skills include venepuncture, cannulation, blood glucose recording, and wound care. A caring attitude and excellent interpersonal skills are vital, along with the ability to work effectively under pressure.

Location: Acute Medicine Receiving Unit, a 68-bed unit supporting 24-72 hour patient journeys, focused on maximizing recovery through a patient-centered approach supported by a multidisciplinary team.

Requirements: Compliance with the national "Mandatory Induction Standards for Healthcare Support Workers 2009" and the Code of Conduct for Healthcare Support Workers. You must meet the mandatory induction standards in Scotland and adhere to the Code of Conduct throughout your employment.

Contact for Informal Enquiries: Carolyn McKenzie, SCN, 0141 451 1312, [e-mail]

Application details and how to contact the Recruitment Service are included in the Candidate Information Packs. Please note, due to high response levels, the post may close early; therefore, complete your application promptly.

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde values diversity and encourages applications from all community sections. We are proud to be a Forces Friendly Employer, supporting military personnel and veterans.

From 1 April 2024, NHS Scotland is reducing the full-time working week from 37.5 to 37 hours without a pay change. This change will be reflected in this role, with potential temporary adjustments up to 30 minutes per week until new rosters are implemented. Please contact the Recruiting Board with any questions.

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