About this role
Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen to become part of a newly established and innovative Haemoglobinopathy team atLondon North West University Healthcare NHS Trust. Following a successful bid, we have secured recurrent funding from NHS England via the Medical Technologies (MedTech) funding stream to enhance and sustain our current services.
This investment will support the development of an enhanced Red Cell Exchange service and expand capacity for Day Pain Management at the newly developed Ambulatory Red Cell Unit at Central Middlesex Hospital, serving adult patients across the North West London region.
This programme directly addresses the concerns raised in the "No One's Listening" report, tackling health inequalities and improving outcomes for patients living with haemoglobinopathies. We are recruiting for the position of: Healthcare Support Worker (HCSW) - Haemoglobinopathy
We are seeking an experienced HCSW who has:
Exceptional venepuncture and cannulation skills Experience of working in a healthcare setting Demonstrated delivery of compassionate, competent care Exceptional communication skills You will play a vital role in our multidisciplinary team, providing holistic, patient- centred care which is planned and directed by health care professionals. Support and continued professional development will be provided.
Main duties of the job
The HCSW will complete performance necessary patient care tasks delegated by a registered nurse or midwife, under their supervision such as undertaking personal care duties, record patient information and lead on a new dedicated Phlebotomy clinic.
Undertake personal and professional development activities to uphold care standards, such as completing the 15 standards of the Care Certificate and the associated workbook within a timeframe of normally 206 months from commencement of employment.
Follow all London North West University Healthcare NHS Trust (LNWH) policies and provide a safe and person-centred environment for the treatment of patients.
The post holder is responsible for delivering high standards of personal care, providing services in accordance with the Trusts values and behaviours to support the nursing team in the delivery of patient care which is safe and effective.
About us
London North West University Healthcare NHS Trust (LNWH) cares for the people of Brent, Ealing, Harrow and beyond.
Our team of more than 8,200 clinical and support staff serve a diverse population of almost one million people.
We run major acute services at:
Northwick Park Hospital: home to one of the busiest emergency departments (A&E) in the country. The hospital provides a full range of services including the country's top-rated hyper-acute stroke unit and one of only three hyper-acute rehabilitation units in the UK St Mark's Hospital: an internationally renowned specialist centre for bowel disease Ealing Hospital: a busy district general hospital providing a range of clinical services, as well as 24/7 emergency department and urgent care centre, and specialist care at Meadow House Hospice Central Middlesex Hospital: our planned care site, hosting a range of surgical and outpatient services and collocated with an urgent care centre.
We are a university teaching NHS trust, in recognition of the important role we play in training clinicians of the future and bringing the benefits of research to the public.
Job description Job responsibilities
To view the main responsibility, please see the attached the Job Description and Person Specification.
Person Specification
Education and qualifications Essential
Completed Care Certificate or equivalent experience Level 3 Health Care qualification/apprenticeship or equivalent relevant experience or completion of HCSW competency-based workbook . Functional skills minimum Level 1 Maths and English or GCSE or equivalent experience
Desirable
Further qualifications and training relevant and required by the speciality of this post Competencies for existing substantive HCSW
Knowledge and Experience Essential
Experience of working in Acute Hospital setting or care background, in a HCSW role or equivalent Experience of delivering personal care to patients Experience of using computers or willing to undertake training in local computer systems Knowledge of basic IT systems or willing to undertake training Ability to demonstrate knowledge of data protection and health and safety issue
Desirable
Evidence of continuing professional development Competently perform a range if the core skills relevant to the area of speciality
Skills, abilities and Attribute Essential
Ability to demonstrates the following: Motivation/enthusiasm , Reliability ,Caring ,Respectful Flexible with regard to work patterns and cross site working Positive attitude to change and has high standards Ability to meet the physical requirements of the role with reasonable adjustments if necessary
Desirable
Phlebotomy and Cannulation
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.
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Employer details Employer name London North West University Healthcare NHS Trust
Address Central Middlesex Hospital - Ambulatory Red Cell Unit
Acton Lane, Park Royal
Brent
NW10 7NS
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.lnwh.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)