Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board
Dementia Support Worker INTERNAL
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Job Overview
PLEASE NOTE THAT WE WILL ONLY ACCEPT APPLICATIONS FROM STAFF CURRENTLY EMPLOYED BY BETSI CADWALADR UNIVERSITY HEALTH BOARD
The opportunity has arisen to join the friendly and established team on Ward 1 Care of the Elderly at Ysbyty Glan Clwyd hospital.
Ward 1 is a busy 24 bedded dynamic and fast paced Care of the Elderly ward who is passionate about delivering high quality patient care.
The nursing team are proactive, innovative and have a wealth of knowledge in this specialist area. The ward in collaboration with medical colleagues of whom have a wealth of experience in this field supports all acute medical care needs of our patients. A team working approach is adopted to ensure both safe practice, individualised care and a positive patient experience is created for all patients. The ward has fully embraced the red to green/safer approach to care and has the support of members of the multidisciplinary team working alongside them.
We are looking for an enthusiastic, caring and motivated individual to join our nursing team. This is a demanding role that requires commitment, excellent communication skills, and high clinical standards with a passion to make a difference for patients and staff alike. The job is challenging and rewarding in equal measure.
Main duties of the job
- Assist the registered nurse/practitioner to deliver a high standard of holistic patient care, ensuring that the patients` dignity and equality is maintained at all times.
- Teamwork is our priority, priding ourselves on providing evidence based, holistic and individualised care for our patients and their families.
- Our nurses are encouraged to continue to develop and progress to their full potential.
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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.
Detailed Job Description And Main Responsibilities
Good interpersonal skills.
Positive attitude.
Demonstrates empathy and understanding to needs of older people.
Aptitude for learning and development.
Able to contribute to and work as part of a team.
Motivated to help others and participate in all care activities subject to training and competency.
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Willing to work shifts across seven days and rotate between day and night duty (subject to flexible working arrangements).
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click “Apply now” to view in Trac.
Person specification
Experience
Essential criteria
- Experience of working within a relevant health or social care environment, providing direct patient care.
Desirable criteria
- Experience of working with patient groups relevant to area of practice
- Experience of working within the NHS
Skills And Attributes
Essential criteria
- Good communication skills - verbal and written, with the ability to convey information clearly and sensitively.
- Ability to work with minimum supervision to a high standard
- Ability to keep calm in stressful situations.
- Ability to demonstrate a caring and compassionate approach.
- Organisational skills, with the ability to plan and prioritise own and others workload efficiently.
- Ability to use technology to undertake the role, for example Microsoft Office, virtual platforms such as TEAMS.
- Physically able to carry out the duties of the role, including lifting, assisting with mobility, and performing other manual tasks.
Desirable criteria
- Enhanced DBS Check + Adult Barred list
- Ability to work a range of shift patterns
Qualifications
Essential criteria
- NVQ Level 3 or equivalent
Desirable criteria
- NVQ Level 4 (or willing to work towards)
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