About this role
Job summary
The Healthcare Support Worker is a member of the team and is involved in providing support to the qualified theatre staff by undertaking a variety of duties and tasks within the unit, which they have been trained for and proved competent by the qualified theatre staff. In any task directly involved with patient care he/she will work under the supervision of trained member of the nursing staff. The Theatre Healthcare Support Worker works as part of the department team under the supervision ofregistered nurses / theatre practitioners and: Participates in the delivery of patient careContributes towards department organisationSupports registered nurses/theatre practitioner in the provision of a safe and caring environmentAssists with the induction, supervision and training of Band 2 HCSW.
Main duties of the job
The Band 3 Theatre Healthcare Support Worker demonstrates a level of skill and understanding which enables them to undertake specific tasks delegated by the nurse in charge and in accordance with relevantprocedures, guidelines and policies. S/he will undertake both routine and specially identified tasks for which they have been trained and assessed as competent.
A Band 3 Theatre Healthcare Support Worker will be expected to carry out all of the following activities depending upon the requirements of their clinical area. They may also be required to undertake otherpatient care-related activities not listed here. Training or instruction will be provided. Continuing development will be achieved within a time frame agreed with their manager and with reference to RMH Education Development Strategy; attendance at the HCA Induction Programme, Development study days, Staff Annual Appraisal, The Care Certification and annual HCA update day along with completion of other relevant training opportunity provided by RMH,.
About us
The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust is a world-leading cancer centre. Our role is to offer our patients the best cancer care available anywhere in the world, and to continue to make a global contribution to finding better ways of diagnosing and treating cancer. We employ over 4,500 staff in a diverse range of careers including nursing, medical, science, radiography, pharmacy, occupational therapy, finance and administrative services. We have two hospitals - one in Chelsea, London, and one in Sutton, Surrey - as well as a Medical Daycare Unit in Kingston Hospital.
At The Royal Marsden, we deal with cancer every day, so we understand how valuable life is. When people entrust their lives to us, they have the right to demand the very best. That's why the pursuit of excellence lies at the heart of everything we do.
At the heart of the hospital is our dedicated team. We offer a stimulating and dynamic working environment, a wide range of staff benefits, learning and development opportunities and clear career pathways. There are opportunities to work flexibly across a range of areas and specialities and we welcome flexible working requests from point of hire to support employees work life balance. We are looking for employees who aspire to excellence, share our values and can play a crucial role in our on-going achievements.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For further information please refer to the job description and personal specification
Assist in the provision of quality planned care for patients during their peri operative phase of care while under the supervision of a Registered Practitioner and within the limits of training and assessed competencies.
Undertake delegated clinical tasks within theatres, including setting up equipment, assist with transfer/positioning of patients, assist scrub practitioner with circulating duties and document care given.
Contribute to quality improvement
Apply legislation, policies and procedures correctly
Respect the patients dignity, privacy, wishes and beliefs
Ensure patient care areas are effectively maintained and well stocked
Work flexibly within the department according to competency and skills
Person Specification
Education/ Qualifications
Essential
- Basic literacy and numeracy skills (English and Maths GCSE A-C or equivalent)
- Basic computer skills (e.g. use of Microsoft Words)
Desirable
- NVQ Level 2/3 in Health and Social Care
- Care Certificate
Skills, Knowledge, Abilities
Essential
- Excellent communication skills - verbal, written, presentation
- Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team
- Able to work on own initiative, under supervision of registered practitioner
- Basic IT skills
- Basic understanding of NHS issues
- Ability to deliver high standard of nursing care. Strong patient centred approach
- Understanding need for evidence based practice
Desirable
- To have worked in a health care environment, Preferably theatre
Aptitude & Personal Characteristics
Essential
- Ability to demonstrate initiative, prioritise and organise workload
- Ability to form professional interpersonal relationships and to forge trust with colleagues and other stakeholders (team player)
- Enthusiastic and assertive
- Adaptable to change
- Approachable/Polite/Flexible
- Diplomatic and calm
- Demonstrates attention to detail
- Self-motivated
- Ability to work under pressure and work as part of a team
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.
Employer details
Employer name
The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust
Address
The Royal Marsden - Chelsea
Chelsea
SW3 6JZ
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.royalmarsden.nhs.uk/working-royal-marsden (Opens in a new tab)