Home Health Support Worker — Phlebotomy & Care

Wye Valley NHS Trust; Ross-on-Wye; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A community health service provider in Ross-on-Wye is seeking a Community Support Worker to assist nurses in delivering care at home. The ideal candidate must have phlebotomy skills and a commitment to quality care. Training is available for those with the right values, emphasizing teamwork and respect for patients. This role offers a chance to make a difference in patients' lives while enjoying a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Great work-life balance

Supportive training environment

Qualifications

• Knowledge of Health Promotion.
• Awareness of Health and Safety and Manual Handling requirements.
• Experience of working in a Health/Social Care/related environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide treatment and care for people in their own homes.
• Support band 5 Community Staff Nurses with patient care.
• Monitor observations and obtain venous blood samples.

Skills

Clinical observations

Wound Care

Skin care

Collection of specimens

Personal care

Catheter care

Eye care

Blood pressure monitoring

Venepuncture

Education

NVQ/Diploma level 3 in Health and Social Care or equivalent

Job description

A community health service provider in Ross-on-Wye is seeking a Community Support Worker to assist nurses in delivering care at home. The ideal candidate must have phlebotomy skills and a commitment to quality care. Training is available for those with the right values, emphasizing teamwork and respect for patients. This role offers a chance to make a difference in patients' lives while enjoying a supportive work environment.