SAU Health Care Assistant

NHS; Bodelwyddan; Remote; GBP 22,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Disability Confident Employer

Work-life balance policies

Job summary

Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) in North Wales is seeking Band 2 Health Care Support Workers for the Surgical Assessment Unit at Ysbyty Glan Clwyd. You will join a supportive team, delivering patient care with emphasis on communication, teamwork and initiative.

Training, mentorship and support will be provided. Applicants should have care experience, preferably in a hospital environment; Welsh language skills are desirable.

Qualifications

• NVQ 2
• Experience in working within the EQ

Responsibilities

• Carry out delegated nursing tasks for a varied group of patients, including those with physical/mental disabilities or illness.
• Assist with intimate care, feeding, and daily activities.
• Maintain accurate documentation and inform nursing staff of changes in patient condition.
• Recognise urgent situations and respond appropriately under supervision.

Skills

NVQ 2

EQ care experience

Job description

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.

The organisation is currently undertaking a comprehensive operating model review and change programme to ensure we are best positioned for the future, creating exciting opportunities to shape how we work and deliver for the people of North Wales.

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. We also offer a number of family-friendly benefits, including work-life balance policies.

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 overview

The Surgical Assessment Unit at Ysbyty Glan Clwyd requires Band 2 Health Care Support Workers.

The successful applicant will join a supportive and dedicated team. The successful applicant should have some experience in care, preferably in the hospital environment. They should have excellent communication skills and be able to work as part of a team as well as having initiative and organisational skills. Training, mentorship and support will be provided to the successful candidate.

Main duties of the job

Responsible for carrying out delegated nursing tasks to a varied group of patients some of which may have physical and/or mental disabilities or be suffering from illness i.e bathing, toileting, feeding, last offices. To assist with intentional rounding and providing pressure care to patients, and maintaindocumentation. Inform nursing staff of any issues or changes in patients condition. To recognise and respond to any changes in patient’s behaviour/condition and report to Registered Nurse at all times. To recognise and respond appropriately to urgent and emergency situations.

• To maintain a tidy and clean Department.
• To escort alone low dependency patients to other wards.
• Maintain effective communication with patients/carers.
• Maintain effective communication with colleague.
• Assist with obtaining urine/faeces samples as required by trained nurse.
• To work with other health professionals to achieve a multi-disciplinary approach to treatment and care.
• Assist patients with their dietary requirements and monitor daily food order as instructed by registered nurse.
• Assist in maintaining level of stock, re-stocking, and other general
  housekeeping duties.

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

Working for our organisation

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.

Qualifications/Skills

• NVQ 2
• Experience in working within the EQ

Experience

• Working inline with HCSW code of conduct
• Worked in Care
• Evidence of delivering patient care
• Familiar with BCUHB documentation
• Working towards NVQ 3
• Completed HCSW framework

To work in the UK, all candidates who are not UK or Republic of Ireland (RoI) nationals require sponsorship to obtain either a Health and Care visa or Skilled Worker visa , unless you have permission to work via another route. Non UK / RoI candidates wishing to apply should self-assess the likelihood of obtaining a Certificate of Sponsorship by visiting Work in the UK . If you are eligible for the Health and Care visa, application costs are lower and you do not need to pay the annual Immigration Health Surcharge.

Employer certification / accreditation badges

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.