Health Care Support Worker - Port Talbot, United Kingdom - Swansea Bay University Health Board

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The Senior Healthcare Assistant (Level 3) has a greater degree of autonomy than the Healthcare Assistant and undertakes a broader range of health and care in accordance with policy and procedures.

The post holder will work on their own initiative, undertaking delegated tasks with appropriate supervision in place from a registered practitioner/assistant
practitioner.

The post holder contributes to assessment and assists in the development, implementation and evaluation of individualised care plans. They will supervise other staff and promote the delivery of high quality care.

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

AN EXCITING OPPORTUNITY TO BECOME A VALUED MEMBER OF THE CHILDREN'S COMMUNITY NURSING SERVICE IN SWANSEA BAY UHB.


The post holder will be a member of the Childrens Community Nursing Team carrying out all duties as appropriate to banding, knowledge, skill and competency.

These duties will include the delivery of health care in the home to children/young people with ongoing complex health needs following training and support of a clinical educator and registered nurse.


The post is line managed by the Children's Community Team Manager and clinical work is delegated by the relevant qualified nurse team leaders within the service.

Guided by policies & procedures, established precedents and detailed care plans, the post holder is required to work unsupervised, undertaking independent interventions and decision making within agreed protocols in community settings, although supervision and support is readily available from team leaders.


To assist in the creation of a family centred safe environment for children/young people with differing individual holistic needs in care.

To work effectively as a team member and provide high standards of fundamental care to all children/young people


Will be aware of the complex needs of the child and family, carrying out care as directed by the registered nurse, which is patient centred health gain focussed and resource effective.


We believe staff are our best asset and we want you to be happy and confident about starting your career here in Swansea Bay University Health Board.


As one of the biggest healthcare groups in the UK we can offer a wealth of professional training and development opportunities in an innovative, forward-thinking organisation.


You might be a nurse or doctor, maybe you specialise in a health science/therapy or can offer skills in one of our support services - we have a job for you.

There are also apprenticeships, work placements and volunteering roles available.


Our values - Caring For Each Other, Working Together and Always Improving, show that our commitment to equality is at the heart of everything we do.


If you want excellent career and training opportunities while living on the doorstep of some of Europe's most spectacular scenery, with all the benefits of a thriving and cosmopolitan city - look no further.

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

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