Healthcare Support Worker - ICU
Job Description
Job summary
We are seeking to recruit caring and motivated Healthcare Support Workers to join our multi-disciplinary team, within our Critical Care Unit in York Hospital.
Experience of 3 months in a health care setting is desirable. We offer a critical care induction and critical care competency framework. As a Trust we are committed to supporting you in achieving the National Care Certificate.
As an important part of the Multidisciplinary team, you will assist the registered nurse in the delivery of patient care to critically ill patients and their families. The Healthcare Support Worker is crucial in ensuring the department runs effectively, and you will support equipment and stock management.
We can offer part time hours, and you will need to work flexibly covering shifts on both days, nights and weekends.
Main duties of the job
Interviews for this position will be held in person ONLY at York Hospital. Remote interviews will not be available.
Interested candidates are encouraged to make contact with the Recruiting Manager to have an informal discussion about the role
Please see attached job description for main duties of the post. As this contains core functions of the role, it is important to note that some service areas may have additional skill requirements which are subject to competency- based assessments.
There is an expectation for post holders to be flexible, in order to provide cover to other clinical areas where there is an increase in service demand.
Assist the registered nurse/ midwife to deliver care with privacy and dignity, focusing on respect for the patient and meeting their cultural and spiritual needs.
About us
Our benefits
We offer a range of benefits to support our staff including:
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Access to the NHS Pension Scheme, providing generous benefits upon retirement, as well as a lump sum and pension for dependants
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27 days holiday rising to 33 days (depending on NHS Trust service)
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A generous relocation package of up to 30% of salary (capped at £18k) to support with relocation expenses for hard to fill positions where relocation would be an expectation to undertake the role fully. If you would like to discuss a potential relocation package, please speak to the recruiting department/manager.
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A variety of different types of paid and unpaid leave covering emergency and planned leave
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Confidential advice and support on personal, work, family and relationship issues, 24/7, from our Employee Assistance Programme
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NHS Car Lease scheme and Cycle to Work scheme
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An extensive range of learning and development opportunities
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Discounts on restaurants, getaways, shopping, motoring, cinema and finance from a range of providers
For further information on the fantastic range of benefits we offer please visit the Trust's dedicated Staff Benefits pages.
Job responsibilities
A full description of the role is available in the attachment: job description.
Please note that if a high number of applications are received this advert may close early. You are advised to submit your application at the earliest opportunity.
Working for the Trust
Across our organisation, people are guided by values that were co-developed with staff: we are kind; we are open; and we pursue excellence.
Our values play into our ambition to develop a more diverse workforce, truly representative of our communities. We welcome applications from everyone, while working with our Staff Networks - including our Race Equality, LGBTQ+, Disability and Carers Networks - to increase the number of applications we receive from different backgrounds. If there is anything we can do to make our application process more accessible to you, please contact: yhs-tr.recruitment@nhs.net.
As part of seeking to become more inclusive, we will consider requests for flexible working from the start of your employment. It may not be suitable for every role, but we will try and be supportive where we can. We would encourage you to speak to the recruiting manager named within this advert to discuss any requirements you may have.
Armed Forces Friendly Employer
We are holders of the Gold Award from the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme, which is helping actively promote SaBRE - Supporting Britains Reservists and Employers. This means that we have made a statement of intent to support all Defence personnel, including with applications for employment.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Numeracy skills to Functional Skills Level 1 (GCSE Grade 2-3, D-F or equivalent)
- Demonstrable effective written and verbal communication skills.
- Basic IT skills, able to use applications such as email on a computer or smart device (e.g. tablet).
- Willing to undertake further training
- Ability to prioritise tasks
Desirable
- Completion of the Skills for Health Care Certificate
- Level 2/3 health care related qualification e.g., BTEC, NVQ, T-Level, Apprenticeship.
- Experience in a health or social care setting.
- Ability to communicate health-related information.
Experience
Essential
- Understanding of patient-centered care and the role of the HCSW
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
York and Scarborough Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address
York Hospital
York
YO31 8HE
