Orthopaedic Care Support Worker – ERAS, Flexible Shifts

NHS Fife; Kirkcaldy; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

NHS Fife invites applications for a Healthcare Support Worker in the National Treatment Centre Ward. The post supports pre and post operative care for elective orthopaedic patients, within a 33-bed inpatient unit and adjacent admissions area.

The role involves rotation between days and nights and can be full-time or part-time. The successful candidate will join a multidisciplinary team, demonstrate excellent communication, and be adaptable to change.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication skills.
• Adaptable to change and works well in a team and as an individual.
• Drive and determination to deliver high quality care and keen interest in orthopaedic nursing.

Responsibilities

• Join a hardworking, multidisciplinary team in the National Treatment Centre Ward.
• Deliver pre and post operative care to patients undergoing elective orthopaedic surgery.
• Participate in shift rotations (days and nights) and flexible hours as required.

Skills

Communication skills

Team player

Adaptable to change

Independent worker

Job description

NHS Fife invites applications for a Healthcare Support Worker in the National Treatment Centre Ward. The post supports pre and post operative care for elective orthopaedic patients, within a 33-bed inpatient unit and adjacent admissions area.

The role involves rotation between days and nights and can be full-time or part-time. The successful candidate will join a multidisciplinary team, demonstrate excellent communication, and be adaptable to change.