Senior Clinical Support Worker

University Hospitals of North Midlands NHS Trust; Newcastle-under-Lyme; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity at a leading NHS Trust for a Senior Clinical Support Worker (Band 3) to join the ward 111 team. The role involves caring for patients with complex needs, requiring both day and night shift coverage. Candidates should have previous experience in patient care and be motivated to complete necessary competencies. Join a team committed to high standards of patient safety and quality.

Benefits

Development opportunities

Diversity and inclusion commitment

Qualifications

• Previous caring experience with complex patient groups.
• Understanding of 'Proud to Care' documentation.

Responsibilities

• Caring for a complex group of patients.
• Prioritizing patient care needs.
• Completing competencies.

Skills

Teamwork

Effective communication

Good time management

Ability to work under pressure

Adaptability

Job description

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the ward 111 team.

About the Unit

We are a unit comprising 28 beds, caring for patients under the specialties of ENT, Maxillofacial, Onco-plastics and plastic surgery, general surgery, and ophthalmology.

Job Role

We are seeking a Senior Clinical Support Worker (Band 3) with a caring nature and the skills to support a complex patient group, including tracheostomy and laryngectomy care. You should be motivated to complete competencies in this area and have previous caring experience, with an understanding of the 'Proud to Care' documentation and its importance in patient safety and quality.

Shift Requirements

The role requires coverage over a 24-hour period, including night shifts. The ability to work both day and night shifts is essential.

Key Skills and Attributes

1. Ability to prioritize workload
2. Teamwork skills
3. Professionalism
4. Effective communication
5. Good time management
6. Ability to work under pressure
7. Adaptability to clinical changes

Main Duties

1. Caring for a complex group of patients
2. Prioritizing patient care needs
3. Following instructions
4. Communicating professionally
5. Completing competencies
6. Remaining compliant with statutory and mandatory training

About Us

University Hospitals of North Midlands NHS Trust is one of the largest and most modern in the country, serving around three million people across Royal Stoke in Stoke-on-Trent and County Hospital in Stafford. We are proud to be the regional centre for major trauma for the North Midlands and North Wales.

We value our employees and offer a wide range of development opportunities. We are committed to diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunities, fostering a culture where all staff feel valued and respected.

Contact

For further details or informal visits, please contact:

Name: Amanda Somerset
Job Title: Senior Sister
Email: [e-mail]
Telephone: [phone]