Senior Healthcare AssistantNHS

Job summary

This post is fixed term/secondment for 18 months tomeet the needs of the service

If you are interested in applying for the secondment position, you must obtain permission from your current line manager prior to applying for this post.

A well motivated, conscientious person is sought to work in a busy Outpatients Dept. The post will allow the individual to enhance their existing knowledge in a varied clinical setting.

The successful applicant will support the trained Nurse in various specialities ensuring that safe, quality and compassionate care is delivered.

The Outpatients Dept is constantly evolving with developments and added opportunities. A good communicator and team player is essential. An interest in Health Promotion is desirable.

A willingness to develop and practice new skills.

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.

Main duties of the job

• Works as part of the multidisciplinary team delivering care to patients within the outpatient setting under supervision provided by aregistered healthcare professional.
• Undertakes personal care activities and clinical care duties with minimal support and supervision as delegated by a registeredhealthcare professional in accordance with the HEIW All Wales Guidelines for Delegation.
• Ensures the registered healthcare professional is regularly updated on the patients/client's condition and progress.
• Ensures the working environment is safe and hygienic following infection prevention and control policies and processes.
• Contributes to the teaching and supervision of students and junior staff.
• Delivers role in accordance with Health Board/Trust Values and Code of Conduct for HCSW's in Wales.

Job description

You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.

About us

If you relish a challenge, have a passion to help others or simply fancy a fresh start, then Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) North Wales, has all the right ingredients. The largest health organisation in Wales, providing a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and elective hospital services for a population of around 700,000, across North Wales . Join our team and get the support you need, in line with our Organisational Values and 'Proud to Lead' competence framework.

Enjoy being part of working with engaged leadership at all levels, and be assured we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and are proud to welcome applicants under the "Disability Confident Employer" scheme.

Please check your email account regularly. Successful applicants will receive all recruitment related correspondence via the email account registered on the application form.

Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.