Healthcare support Worker - ECMS North Sector

NHS National Services Scotland; Scotland; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Scotland seeks a Healthcare Support Worker for the medical ward at Glasgow Royal Infirmary. This role includes ensuring safe and effective patient care, working collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team, and utilizing knowledge in patient care. Candidates should be prepared for rotational shifts including days, nights, and weekends. This position offers mentorship and support for professional development.

Qualifications

• Experience in a healthcare setting preferred.
• Ability to support patients in a medical ward.
• Willingness to work rotational shifts including nights and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safe and effective care that enhances patient experience.
• Utilize knowledge and skills in patient assessment and planning.
• Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.

Skills

Demonstrate high professional standards of care

Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team

Broad range of knowledge in patient care

Job description

Overview

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde is one of the largest healthcare systems in the UK employing around 40,000 staff in a wide range of clinical and non-clinical professions and job roles. We deliver acute hospital, primary, community and mental health care services to a population of over 1.15 million and a wider population of 2.2 million when our regional and national services are included.

The shift pattern for this post is rotational, days, nights and weekends.

About the role

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Healthcare Support Worker to join our team within the medical ward 20/21 at Glasgow Royal Infirmary. Opportunities are available within the following specialties: Cardiology, Diabetes/Endocrinology, Gastroenterology, General Medicine, Respiratory and Rheumatology.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safe and effective care that enhances the patient experience.
• You will be able to demonstrate high professional standards of care and the ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team setting.
• You will utilise a broad range of knowledge and skills in the assessment, planning and implementation of care for our patients.

Development and support

We are passionate about supporting the well-being and development of our team and you will be supported through mentorship and education from our Clinical Nurse Educator.

Informal contact

Ana Gregg, Senior Charge Nurse, 0141 451 5319, [e-mail]

Visa eligibility

This role does not meet the eligibility criteria for a Skilled Worker visa or a Health and Care Worker visa. NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) is unable to provide candidates or employees with a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS).

Recruitment information

Details on how to contact the Recruitment Service and the Recruitment Process: Information for candidates.

This post may close early to the volume of response. Applications should be submitted promptly. Due to the volume of applications we will not be able to provide shortlisting feedback.

Equality and inclusion

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde – NHS Scotland encourages applications from all sections of the community. We promote a culture of inclusion across the organisation and are proud of the diverse workforce we have.

Armed Forces Covenant

By signing the Armed Forces Covenant, NHSGGC has pledged its commitment to being a Forces Friendly Employer. We support applications from across the Armed Forces Community, recognising military skills, experience and qualifications during the recruitment and selection process.

Application integrity

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