Health and Social Care Support Worker

To work under the direction of STCC Manager, but at times will not have direct supervision. To support / assist in medication administration according to patient needs in line with the processes associated with STCC To carry out multi-disciplinary treatment plans on behalf of the team incorporating elements of all disciplines treatment as delegated and taught by those professionals within the team. To always maintain and preserve confidentiality, and be aware of the Data Protection Act, Access to Health Records and Consent for Treatment. To be aware of Health and Safety at Work Act and the implications for the work environment. To report and record incidents and near misses relating to health, safety, security, fire, physical violence, aggression and verbal abuse. Using the incident reporting system. To obtain knowledge of Livewell Southwests policies, procedures and practices and carry out duties in accordance with them. To support activities on a 1:1 basis, including risk management, therapeutic interventions as directed and undertake specific clinical skills such as clinical observations, Skin assessments, Continence management and medication administration. To receive reports on patient care and be able to cascade the information using resources available such as handovers, clinical records and team meetings. To be able to recognise a deteriorating patient, complete clinical observations and escalate appropriately. Make appropriate records in the multi-disciplinary patient file / electronic records. Record and manage patients property. Be willing to undertake training opportunities and develop link roles within LSW pertinent to the STCC. (e.g. IPCT, Tissue Viability) To work collaboratively with AGE UK staff within the WPVC. To actively participate in personal development training needs. To maintain your clinical competencies through mandatory training and external training opportunities where appropriate. To participate in LWSW staff appraisal scheme including the formulation of personal Development Plans (PDP). To support new and less experienced members of all disciplines, both formally and informally, including students and placements with STCC. To contribute to any audit process. To behave in a manner which does not bring Livewell Southwest into disrepute. Notes This job description is not exhaustive and may change as the post develops, but such change will not take place without consultation between the post holder and his / her manager. This job will be reviewed within the appraisal process on an annual basis. The post holder is required to conform to Livewell Southwest policies on Health, Safety, Fire procedures, record keeping and confidentiality. To undertake annual competency assessment appropriate to the role

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