Clinical Support Worker - ICU

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

Job summary

Join a dedicated team at a leading healthcare provider, where you will play a crucial role in delivering high-quality patient care in the Intensive Care Unit. As a Clinical Support Worker, you will assist nursing staff with direct patient care, manage equipment, and ensure a safe environment for patients. You will have opportunities for skill development and mentorship, making this an ideal role for those passionate about healthcare. This organization values diversity and is committed to providing a supportive workplace for all employees.

Qualifications

• Basic literacy and numeracy skills required.
• Care certificate is essential for this role.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care and assist nurses.
• Perform clinical skills like observations and ECGs.
• Maintain a safe and clean environment.

Skills

Good hygiene practices

Ability to work independently

Teamwork

Basic IT skills

Advanced clinical skills (e.g., 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: 37.5 hours per week (No set shift pattern - long days, nights, early & late shifts)
Job ref: 331-L16410425

Employer: University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay NHS Foundation Trust
Employer type: NHS
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

Clinical Support Worker - ICU

NHS AfC: Band 3

"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 welcomes applications from protected groups including BAME, LGBT+ and people with disabilities.

Job overview

We are seeking 'Critical Care Healthcare Support Workers' to join our ICU team at Royal Lancaster Infirmary. Clinical Support Workers support the nursing team in delivering high-quality patient care, including direct patient care, rehabilitation, stock and equipment management, and housekeeping. We value candidates who share our trust values and enjoy working with patients and teams.

Main duties of the job

Opportunities for skill development, structured appraisal, mentorship, and training are provided. The role involves assisting with activities of daily living, supporting emergency responses, and helping deliver high standards of care. Responsibilities include:

• Providing direct patient care and assisting nurses within defined parameters
• Performing clinical skills such as observations, blood sugar recordings, ECGs
• Documenting care in patient records
• Maintaining a safe, clean, and comfortable environment
• Working effectively with multidisciplinary teams
• Prioritizing and assisting in clinical care delivery
• Building rapport with patients and assisting with feeding when necessary

Working for our organisation

Our services are based across three main hospitals and community health premises, providing a range of acute and community healthcare services, including emergency, outpatient, diagnostic, and outreach services.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Further details can be found in the Job Description and Person Specification document available under supporting documents. Visit our website for more information: 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 experience with patients and lifting aids
• Experience as a Clinical Support Worker in an acute setting

Skills, ability and knowledge

• Good hygiene practices
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Understanding of NHS structure and issues
• Basic IT skills
• Advanced clinical skills (e.g., venepuncture)

Note: Shortlisted applicants will be contacted via email. We promote flexible working and are committed to equal opportunities. The Trust operates a no-smoking policy. Satisfactory DBS checks are required for some roles. Newly appointed staff will undergo a 6-month probation. For support during onboarding, visit https://www.uhmb.nhs.uk/uhmbt-pre-onboarding.