Morris Ward Health Care Support Worker

Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board; Wrexham; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent health organization in North Wales is seeking Band 2 Health Care Support Workers for permanent full or part-time roles. Responsibilities include assisting patients with personal care, recording observations, and providing essential support on the ward. Ideal candidates will be compassionate team players with experience in healthcare environments. Understanding of health services and good interpersonal skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Good general education evidencing QCF Level 2 or equivalent.
• Understanding of Health Services roles and functions.
• Ability to maintain clear accurate records.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with personal care needs.
• Record observations and complete bedside documentation.
• Provide personal care and assist with meals.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Team player

Education

QCF Level 2

Job description

An opportunity has arisen permanent full or part time Band 2 Health Care Support workers within the Medical Directorate at Wrexham Maelor Hospital. Morris ward is a 27 bedded acute medical ward which specialises in dementia care. We aim to provide holistic care for all patients and heavily involve relatives and carers throughout their hospital journey.

We are looking for a hardworking compassionate team player to join our friendly ward.

Applicants must have an approachable manner necessary to deal with patients/relatives and desirable experience of a hospital environment, work as part of a team of nurses on the ward and undertake patient fundamentals of nursing care tasks under the direct or indirect supervision of a Registered General Nurse responsible for the patient's management.

Following an agreed level of training, NVQ level 2 & 3 in care, the successful candidate will be required to work internal rotation on the ward. You will have an induction programme arranged for their orientation into the Medical team.

Main duties of the job

The role involves assisting patients to meet their personal care needs, recording observations and completing bedside documentation. Health Care Support Workers are also required to carry out general cleaning in the clinical environment by preparing bed spaces and cleaning equipment.

In each shift, HCA are allocated to provide care for a group of patients. Duties include but are not inclusive to providing personal care; assisting with serving meals and drinks throughout the day; recording observations and accompanying patients for investigations.

Your development needs will be met through personal development reviewsThe ideal candidate will be highly motivated and able to work in a fast paced and challenging environment.

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

About us

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.

Please check your email account regularly. Successful applicants will receive all recruitment related correspondence via the email account registered on the application form.

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

Job responsibilities

You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.

Person Specification

Qualifications

• Good general education - Evidence of completion of QCF at Level 2/to obtain or equivalent within 6 months whilst in post
• Have an understanding of role and function of Health Services.

Experience

• Previous / current role to demonstrate working with members of the public
• Clear understanding of clinical governance framework

Skills

• Ability to maintain clear accurate records and effective interpersonal and communication skills.
• Understanding of risk management and health and safety issues.

Other

• Team player and the ability to work flexibly when required to meet the needs of the service.
• Ability to speak Welsh

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.