Clinical Support Worker - ICU

Uhmb; Lancaster (Lancaster County); On-site; GBP 24,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking dedicated Critical Care Healthcare Support Workers to join their Intensive Care Unit. In this vital role, you will assist registered nurses in delivering high-quality patient care, supporting rehabilitation, and ensuring a safe and clean environment. Ideal candidates will possess strong communication skills, a commitment to teamwork, and a passion for patient care. This position offers a unique opportunity to develop clinical skills through structured training and mentorship within a supportive team. If you are eager to make a difference in patients' lives, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Candidates must meet the Person Specification to be shortlisted.
• Experience as a Clinical Support Worker in an acute setting is required.

Responsibilities

• Assist registered nurses in providing high-quality care.
• Direct patient care, including all activities of daily living.
• Documenting care in patient records and maintaining a clean environment.

Skills

Good hygiene skills

Ability to work independently

Teamwork

Basic IT skills

Advanced clinical skills (venepuncture)

Education

Basic literacy and numeracy skills

Care certificate

Job description

Main area: Intensive Care Unit, RLI Grade NHS AfC: Band 3 Contract: Permanent Hours

• Full time
• Part time

37.5 hours per week (No set shift pattern - long days, nights, early & late shifts) Job ref 331-L16410425

Site: Royal Lancaster Infirmary
Town: Lancaster
Salary: £24,625 - £25,674 per annum, pro rata
Salary period: Yearly
Closing date: 13/05/2025 23:59

'Creating a great place to be cared for and a great place to work'

University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay is committed to increasing workforce diversity and encourages applications from protected groups, including BAME, LGBT+, and people with disabilities.

Job overview

We have exciting opportunities in our Intensive Care Unit at Royal Lancaster Infirmary for 'Critical Care Healthcare Support Workers' to join our team.

Clinical Support Workers on the ICU are vital to our vision for the future ICU workforce.

As a CSW, you will assist registered nurses in providing high-quality care, supporting patient rehabilitation, managing stock and equipment, and maintaining a clean, safe environment.

We seek candidates who share our values and enjoy working with patients and team members.

Main duties of the job

You will develop clinical skills through structured appraisal, mentorship, and training.

The main role involves providing fundamental nursing care, assisting in activities of daily living, acting in emergencies, and supporting registered nurses.

As a CSW, your responsibilities include:

• Direct patient care, including all activities
• Supporting and under the direction of a Registered Nurse
• Performing clinical skills such as observations, blood sugar tests, ECGs
• Documenting care in patient records
• Maintaining a clean, safe, and comfortable environment
• Working effectively with the multidisciplinary team
• Assisting in the delivery of care, prioritizing patient needs
• Building rapport with patients, helping with feeding and completing food charts

Working for our organisation

Our hospitals include Furness General Hospital (FGH), Royal Lancaster Infirmary (RLI), and Westmorland General Hospital (WGH), along with community health services across Morecambe Bay.

We offer a range of services, including emergency, critical care, outpatient, diagnostics, and community health services, aiming to support independence and health management.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

For detailed duties, refer to the Job Description and Person Specification under supporting documents or visit our website https://www.uhmb.nhs.uk/

Person specification

Education and qualifications

• Basic literacy and numeracy skills
• Care certificate

Experience

• Experience working with the public
• Manual handling and use of lifting aids
• Experience as a Clinical Support Worker in an acute setting

Skills, ability, and knowledge

• Good hygiene skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Awareness of NHS structure and issues
• Basic IT skills
• Advanced clinical skills such as venepuncture

Please note: Shortlisted applicants will be contacted via email. We promote flexible working and are committed to equal opportunities. We operate a no-smoking policy.

Applicants must meet the Person Specification to be shortlisted. The advert may close early if sufficient applications are received. No interview expenses are provided. DBS checks may incur charges, especially for roles Band 6 and above.

Newly appointed staff will undergo a 6-month probationary period. We have a Pre-Onboarding system to assist new employees, accessible at https://www.uhmb.nhs.uk/uhmbt-pre-onboarding.

Employer certification / accreditation badges

This role is subject to Disclosure & Barring Service checks, in accordance with legal requirements.