Job Overview

The post is advertised as a band 3 role subject to the following:

• Successfully completing the care certification within the six month probationary period of employment, during which you will be paid Band 2
• Or providing a copy of your completed care certificate which has been reviewed during the recruitment process and determined as meeting the accepted standard

Upon successful completion (or accepted evidence) of the Care Certification and completion of the probationary period of employment, you will be promoted to NHS AFC Band 3.

Failure to complete the Care Certification within this timeframe may result in termination of employment.

Responsibilities

• In consultation with the nursing staff, respond to patient needs and liaise with other members of the multidisciplinary team as appropriate
• Promote, monitor and maintain a healthy, safe and secure environment for patients, families and staff.
• To assist the nurses to meet the needs of all patients
• Be aware of your own responsibilities with regard to emergency situations that may occur.
• To answer the telephone and refer enquiries to the appropriate nurse.
• Escort patients and families who do not require a qualified nurse escort to other departments.
• To be responsible for the cleaning, maintenance and storage of all equipment at ward level.
• Help maintain the cleanliness of the environment.
• Ensure all public areas of the department are tidy.
• Participate in training and development opportunities in order to enhance professional development.
• To constantly maintain and develop own knowledge and expertise.
• To act as an advocate for the child and family, representing the best interest of the child, young person in partnership with parents/carers.
• To participate in staff appraisal, staff development and in-service training activities.
• Identifies own learning needs and receives appropriate supervision in line with trust policy.
• Able to access, with appropriate training, the trusts software packages required for the trust.
• Take account of own behaviours and its effect on others.
• Identifies and will act if other’s behaviours undermine equality and diversity.