University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust
Paediatric Band 2 Clinical Support Worker/Band 3 Healthcare Assistant
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Job Summary
The post holder works as part of the ward / department team under the supervision of registered nurses and:
- Participates in the delivery of patient-centred care, maintaining a compassionate and professional attitude at all times.
- Contributes to the ward / department organisation.
- Supports registered nurses in the provision of a caring and safe environment.
The post holder will demonstrate competence in generic and specialist skills as required within a time frame agreed with their manager following the completion of appropriate training and education. The Band 2 Health Care Assistant will function at a competency level in line with the requirements of the post and achieve and maintain both mandatory and statutory training requirements associated with the role.
Successful applicants will start as Clinical Support Workers (CSWs) and complete the Care Certificate and Healthcare Support Worker competencies. On successful completion, you will progress to the role of Healthcare Assistant (HCA).
Main Duties, Tasks & Skills Required
- Work cooperatively as part of the multi-disciplinary team supporting colleagues in work associated with patient care.
- Communicate clearly, effectively, and appropriately with the multidisciplinary team, patients and their family, visitors, and carers.
- Following appropriate training and supervised practice, undertake identified competency-based practices which are required for the ward / unit, after such tasks have been delegated to them by a registered nurse.
- Chaperone and act as an advocate for patients during examination by clinical staff.
- Ensure privacy and dignity for all patients is maintained.
- Act in a non-discriminatory manner at all times being mindful of the requirements of each individual patient.
- Escalate concerns regarding discriminatory practices.
- Respond swiftly to individuals who require assistance, are in pain or distressed, or using their call bell, where required, report this to a registered nurse.
- Obtain specimens ensuring accurate documentation and transportation to the appropriate department. Undertake infection control screening as requested.
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About Us
University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust strives to have an inclusive culture where everyone feels like they belong, can thrive, knows that they add value, and feels valued. We do this by developing compassionate and culturally competent leaders, being values-driven in all that we do, and by creating a welcoming and inclusive workplace that thrives on the diversity of our people. As such, we want to attract and recruit talented individuals from all backgrounds, and for each of you to feel supported for the diversity you bring, to achieve your full potential. For those staff with a disability, including physical disability, long-term health condition, mental health, or neurodiverse condition, this also means being committed to making reasonable adjustments needed for you to carry out your role.
Job Description
Main Duties & Tasks Continued:
- Following the completion of training, undertake a range of physical / clinical observations appropriate to the area of practice. Achieve and maintain competence in using a range of equipment to undertake these, record the outcome, and report and escalate exceptions to the registered nurse who delegated the tasks to you. Measuring and recording may include:
- Blood pressure (using electronic equipment)
- Pulse rate and rhythm (manually and using electronic equipment)
- Temperature (all routes)
- Height and weight
- Fluid balance
- Blood glucose monitoring
- Urine testing / Urinalysis
- Peak flow
- Respiratory rate
- Oxygen saturations
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Evidence of Maths/English qualifications at Level 2 or above.
- Vocational qualification at level 2 or equivalent relevant experience.
- Level 2 examples: GCSE Grades 9-4 (A-C) Level 2 Diploma in healthcare support/NVQ, Functional Skills Level 2.
- Internationally educated applicants will have to evidence UK ENIC (the UK National Information Centre) Statements of compatibility.
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Desirable
- Care Certificate or can demonstrate prior skills, knowledge, and experience that meet the 15 minimum standards described by Health Education England (HEE) Skills for Health.
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working / participating as part of a team as an employee / volunteer.
- Ability to demonstrate/articulate an understanding of the role and tasks involved and can describe the physical and emotional aspects of the role and some duties.
- Can link the Trust values (Kind, Bold, Connected) to the role and provide examples from personal experience which demonstrate understanding in relation to the role.
- Can explain why training / education and approaches to care need to be consistent in relation to safety and patient experience.
Desirable
- Has experience of working in a person-centred/facing role in a paid or voluntary capacity.
- Understanding of the principles of safeguarding in relation to this role.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975, and as such, it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
For Help With Your Application, Contact
Beth Kniveton
01214240481
Pay scheme
Agenda for Change
Band
Band 2
Salary
£25272.00 to £25272.00 Yearly
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-Time, Flexible Working
Reference number
304-9014274-2
Job locations
Trustwide
Mindelsohn Way
Birmingham
West Midlands
B15 2TH
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