About this role
Job summary
Respiratory Support WorkerBand 3
18.75 hours per week over 4-5 days between the hours of Monday to Friday, 8.30am to 5.00pm.Base: Wrexham Maelor Hospital
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a suitably trained, enthusiastic and motivated individual to join the Sleep Service within the Respiratory Team.
The respiratory Support Worker will work as part of a multidisciplinary team alongside nurses, physiologists, physiotherapists, administrators and other healthcare professionals to support patients undergoing assessment and treatment for sleep-related conditions.
The successful candidate will play an important role in ensuring patients receive high-quality, person-centred care throughout their sleep pathway. The role aligns with the responsibilities outlined in the Band 3 Wales Nursing Support Worker Job Description.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will support the delivery of the Sleep Service through a variety of duties including direct patient contact, issuing and demonstrating sleep monitoring and treatment equipment, undertaking delegated clinical tasks, maintaining accurate records, telephone support, scheduling appointments and ensuring clinical equipment is cleaned, prepared and available for use.
The role requires excellent communication skills, the ability to work independently within agreed protocols and a commitment to delivering a high standard of care. Responsibilities are consistent with the Band 3 Wales Nursing Support Worker role, including delegated clinical care, equipment management, documentation, communication and patient support activities.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.
About us
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.
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.
The Sleep Service is a busy and developing specialty, therefore the successful candidate will need to be organised, flexible and able to use their own initiative whilst working effectively as part of a team. The ability to prioritise workload, communicate sensitively with patients and relatives, and contribute to service improvement is essential. These expectations reflect the Band 3 role requirements for workload management, communication and quality improvement.
Applicants should hold a Level 3 qualification in a healthcare-related subject, or have equivalent experience and evidence of competency gained through work-based learning and training. Previous experience of working in a health or social care environment and providing direct patient care is essential.
Comprehensive induction, training and ongoing support will be provided to meet the needs of the role.
For further details, informal enquiries or to arrange a visit, please contact:
Jodie JonesInterim Medical MatronEmail: [email protected]
Person Specification
Qualifications and/or knowledge
Essential
- NVQ level 3 in Health & Social care related subjects or equivalent qualifications/experience
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working within a relevant health or social care environment, providing direct patient care.
Skills
Essential
- Good communication skills - verbal and written, with the ability to convey information clearly and sensitively.
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 UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
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. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Employer details
Employer name
Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board
Address
Wrexham Maelor Hospital
Croesnewydd Road
Wrexham
LL13 7TD
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://bcuhb.nhs.wales/train-work-live/ (Opens in a new tab)