About this role
Job summary
As a Health Care Support Worker, you will support the delivery of nursing care to clients within a clinical setting and/or home environment, as part of a team and under the direction of a Registered Nurse.The post holder would be responsible for leading a team of staff at Band 2 orwould be delegated to work in delivering a service whereby the post holder regularly works without supervision of a qualified nurse for all or most of the shift.
Main duties of the job
This is an ideal opportunity for a Health Care Support Worker who is seeking to broaden and utilize their range of skills and knowledge as part of a multi-disciplinary team. The post holder will participate in the delivery of skilled, autonomous care to patients.
This post involves lone working and the ability to travel independently is essential.
We would particularly welcome applications from Welsh speakers; but even if you don't speak any Welsh, or want to develop your skills, don't worry: the health board will support you with training.
About us
Being the smallest Heath Board in Wales means that you won't get lost in the crowd. Everybody at Powys Teaching Health Board is valued for the contribution they make to our varied and diverse portfolio of community-based services. Together, we can continue to make a real difference to our patients and build on our unrivalled reputation.
As a supportive and progressive employer, we actively encourage you to carve out a career with us, through a range of development pathways. We're also lucky enough to be situated in one of the most beautiful rural counties in Britain, let alone Wales! Achieving a healthy 'life work' balance is essential, and something we recognise by prioritising your well-being.
To start your journey with us, and to learn more about what we can offer you please visit: https://pthb.nhs.wales/working-for-us/. There you will find information about our benefits and values, read staff experiences and more about what our beautiful county has to offer.
Job description Job responsibilities
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Person Specification
Experience Essential
Meets all essential criteria Working within a multidisciplinary and multi-agency setting
Desirable
Meets all desirable criteria
Qualifications and/or Knowledge Essential
NVQ3 in Health or Social Care or equivalent demonstrable experience in a Health or Social Care setting
Desirable
ECDL or equivalent level of computer skills To be aware of the needs of the patients and their relatives/carers and have knowledge of voluntary and statutory services
Aptitudes & Abilities Essential
Meets all essential criteria Can demonstrate good interpersonal and communication skills both written and verbal Ability to work within a multidisciplinary team Ability to manage stressful situations in self Ability to travel between sites in a timely manner Can explain the importance of care monitoring, audit and evaluation of fundamentals of care
Desirable
Some ability to speak, read and/or write Welsh, or an eagerness to learn. Good time management and ability to prioritise Ability to work alone under the supervision of Clinical Lead Able to undertake extended tasks as required by the Clinical Lead
Values Essential
Can demonstrate an understanding of Health and Safety issues
Other Essential
Flexible approach to the needs of the service
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 Powys Teaching Health Board
Address Twymyn Ward
Bro Dyfi Hospital
Machynlleth
SY20 8AD
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://pthb.nhs.wales/working-for-us/ (Opens in a new tab)