Go to job search

Healthcare Support Worker | Central and North West London NHS Foundation Trust

CNWL NHS Foundation Trust, Eaglestone, Milton Keynes

Healthcare Support Worker | Central and North West London NHS Foundation Trust

Salary not available. View on company website.

CNWL NHS Foundation Trust, Eaglestone, Milton Keynes

  • Full time
  • Permanent
  • Onsite working

, 5 Oct | Get your application in now before you're too late!

Closing date: Closing date not specified

job Ref: d7ec92811f4f4cb28fed790425372025

Full Job Description

  • Participate directly in the delivery of care to a group of patients as delegated by the nurse in charge.
  • Assist patients with daily living skills, e.g. personal hygiene, dietary needs, fluid intake etc.
  • Participate in the observation of patients as indicated in the observation and seclusion policy.
  • Report verbally to the nurse in charge any changes of behaviour, mental state, physical state and the general wellbeing of patients within the ward environment. Use own initiative to provide a safe environment
  • Record electronically or in writing as required the progress and presentation of allocated patients during a span of duty. Responsible for ensuring this activity is validated by a qualified nurse.
  • Participate as required in group therapies or activities under the supervision of a qualified nurse or occupational therapist. Organise low key activities to meet identified patient need.
  • Carry out escort duties to other departments and areas as indicated by the nurse in charge. Driving unit vehicle where application form indicates licence is held.
  • Carry out other appropriate duties within personal capabilities, as specified by a senior e.g. recording temperature, pulse and respirations.
  • Demonstrate the ability to organise and prioritise duties based on individuals presentation
  • To have an awareness of local Mental Health Service Provisions

    The Campbell Centre is a modern inpatient unit for adults. We are looking for enthusiastic and motivated nursing assistants to join the team. You need to possess an aptitude for working with people and be able to communicate to a high standard., We offer scope for personal and professional development within a friendly and supported environment. Experience in mental health is desirable but not essential., Disability Confident
    • About Disability Confident A Disability Confident employer will generally offer an interview to any applicant that declares they have a disability and meets the minimum criteria for the job as defined by the employer. It is important to note that in certain recruitment situations such as high-volume, seasonal and high-peak times, the employer may wish to limit the overall numbers of interviews offered to both disabled people and non-disabled people. For more details please go to Disability Confident.

    You will need to be prepared to work rotational shift patterns to include early, late and night shifts as these are integral to this post. Appointees are also signed up to our internal bank which offers competitive rates and weekly pay. Visits to the unit are encouraged. Here at Central and North West London NHS Trust we provide an extensive range of specialist health services including Physical Health, Mental Health, Learning Disabilities, Eating Disorders, Addictions, Sexual Health and Health and Justice across London, Milton Keynes and areas beyond. Our services are mainly provided in the community, hospitals, schools and prisons. We're passionate about delivering first-class patient-centred, safe and effective care, whether it is in a hospital setting, in a community clinic or in the patient's own home. Patients are at the heart of everything we do. What we offer
  • 27 days' leave (rising to 29 after 5 and to 33 after 10 years' service)
  • Enhanced pay when you work unsocial hours
  • Excellent progression through various career pathway opportunities
  • Regular ongoing supervision and appraisals with optional coaching available
  • Support towards the Continuous Professional Certificate
  • Support to complete the Care Certificate
  • Generous NHS pension
  • Great maternity, paternity and adoption support
  • Access to meaningful discounts and benefits such as cycle and travelcard loans, salary deduction schemes enabling you to buy a car and hundreds of household items whilst spreading the cost over 12 months