Healthcare Support Worker

Job description

Job summary

The post holder will work as an integral part of the clinical nursing team to support the clinical area. The post holder will be responsible for supporting clinical and non-clinical practices within service. The role will facilitate systems and processes that assist in the fundamental of care delivery to the patient to include stock maintenance, taking and recording of observations and to assist with the basic physical and emotional care of patients and their families as directed and under direct supervision of a qualified nurse.

Please be aware that you may be required to cover in Chemotherapy Service, Outpatients or Inpatients.

Main duties of the job

Works as part of the multidisciplinary team delivering care to patients within the outpatient/day case setting under supervision provided by a registered healthcare professional

Undertakes personal care activities and clinical care duties with minimal support and supervision as delegated by a registered healthcare professional in accordance with the HEIW All Wales Guidelines for Delegation

Ensures the registered healthcare professional is regularly updated on the patients/client's condition and progress

Ensures the working environment is safe and hygienic following infection prevention and control policies and processes

Contributes to the teaching and supervision of students and junior staff

Assists with patient education

Delivers role in accordance with Health Board/Trust Values and Code of Conduct for HCSW's in Wales

About us

At Velindre University NHS Trust, we are proud to deliver specialist services across Wales through the Velindre Cancer Centre and Welsh Blood Service, supported by our corporate teams and partnerships with NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership and Health Technology Wales.

As we look to the future, we are preparing for the opening of the new Velindre Cancer Centre (nVCC) in Spring 2027an exciting milestone that will transform cancer care for our population. Located within easy reach of the vibrant city of Cardiff and the stunning Brecon Beacons, we offer a unique working environment that combines innovation, collaboration and an excellent quality of life.

Since our formation in 1994, our dedicated workforce has remained committed to delivering the principles of prudent healthcare across a wide range of roles. We continue to play a vital role in our communities and have ambitious plans to further improve the services we provide.

Everything we do is underpinned by our Trust values. We are caring, respectful, and accountable in how we work with patients, donors, partners and each otherensuring we deliver the highest standards of care while continuously striving to improve.

If you want to work for an organisation that makes a real difference, embraces innovation, and offers rewarding career opportunities in an inspiring setting, Velindre University NHS Trust is the place for you.

Job description

Job responsibilities

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.

Job description
Job responsibilities

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

Qualifications and Knowledge

Essential

• Qualifications and Knowledge

Experience

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• Meets all essential criteria as per attached job description/person specification

Desirable

• Meets all desirable criteria as per attached job description/ person specification

Skills and Attributes

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• Skills and Attributes

Desirable

• Desirable

Other

Essential

• Meets all essential criteria as per attached job description/person specification

Person Specification
Qualifications and Knowledge

Essential

• Qualifications and Knowledge

Experience

Essential

• Meets all essential criteria as per attached job description/person specification

Desirable

• Meets all desirable criteria as per attached job description/ person specification

Skills and Attributes

Essential

• Skills and Attributes

Desirable

• Desirable

Other

Essential

• Meets all essential criteria as per attached job description/person specification

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.
Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the .

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. .

Additional information
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.
Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the .

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. .

Employer details

Employer name

Velindre Cancer Centre
Address

Velindre Cancer Centre

Velindre Road

Whitchurch

CF14 2TL

United Kingdom

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