Clinical Support Worker - Ward 9 | University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay NHS Foundation Trust
| Posting date: | 29 August 2024 |
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| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | £24,071 - £25,674 per annum |
| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 11 October 2024 |
| Location: | Barrow In Furness, LA14 4LF |
| Company: | University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay NHS Foundation Trust |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 6557571/Group1331-B9830924 |
Summary
We would welcome applicants who are keen to make a difference and join the dedicated team on Ward 9. Ward 9 is a 33 bedded, busy medical ward with specialities in gastroenterology and cardiology. The ward also incorporates the 11 bedded inpatient oncology/haematology suite. We are Gold Standard accredited ward for providing high standardsof care for ourend of lifepatients and take pride in our designated maple suite
Our team pride themselves on exceeding the expectations of our patients and their families and you can be assured of our commitment to your personal and professional development. A full preceptorship package is available to support your needs.
Anyone newly appointed to the trust will be subject to the completion of a satisfactory6 monthprobationary period (this includes bank staff). This will give thenew staffmember an opportunity to become familiar with the role and working environment.
Support the patient with personal care, nutrition and fluid management.
Report to and support the registered nurse.
Ensure the environment is kept clean and tidy.
Follow the infection prevention guidance.
We operate from three main hospitals - Furness General Hospital (FGH) in Barrow, the Royal Lancaster Infirmary (RLI), and Westmorland General Hospital (WGH) in Kendal, as well as a number of community healthcare premises including Millom Hospital and GP Practice, Queen Victoria Hospital in Morecambe, and Ulverston Community Health Centre.
FGH and the RLI have a range of General Hospital services, with full Emergency Departments, Critical/Coronary Care units and various Consultant-led services.
WGH provides a range of General Hospital services, together with an Urgent Treatment Centre, that can help with a range of non-life threatening conditions such as broken bones and minor illnesses.
All three main hospitals provide a range of planned care including outpatients, diagnostics, therapies, day case and inpatient surgery. In addition, a range of local outreach services and diagnostics are provided from community facilities across Morecambe Bay.
Our community services for adults are provided in people’s homes, community centres, clinics, GP Practices, community hospitals and our main hospitals. Our aim is to work with people to help them remain independent, improve their health and manage their conditions through high quality care, advice and support.
To read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities please open the Job Description and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading. You can also read more information about University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay visiting our website https://www.uhmb.nhs.uk/
This advert closes on Wednesday 11 Sep 2024