We are looking for a proactive, positive, respectful, supportive, reliable and trustworthy person to join our team of Clinical Support Workers on the Aston Unit at Congleton War Memorial Hospital.
If you are enthusiastic and dedicated to delivering high quality care to our patients, we want to hear from you.
The role exists to provide a multi- skilled worker who, under the supervision of who under of a Registered Nurse, supports the Multidisciplinary Team with clinical and nonclinical practices on order to provide excellent patient centred care.
You will be required to successfully complete the Care Certificate within 3 months of starting the post.
The position is full-time days and night rotation.
We welcome applications from Graduate visa holders; it is important to note that you must have a minimum of 6 months before this expires at the start of your employment for training and operational reasons.
In accordance with UK Immigration Policy, this role does not meet the UK Immigration Policy eligibility criteria and therefore we are unable to provide Skilled Worker Visa Sponsorship. For further information please visit Visas and immigration - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)
Hours per week: 22.5 hours
Work as part of a ward based team, assist in the delivery of a high standard of nursing care, acting in a professional manner at all times. Provide support to the Registered Nurse and other team members by observing and reporting aspects of patient care as appropriate and to promptly alert the registered nurse to any issues or risks. Be able to communicate in a manner that is understood and always in a polite and respectful manner. Maintain effective communication with the multi disciplinary team and ensure documentation is maintained within the post holders sphere of competence.
Promote equality for all individuals, to include promoting anti-discriminatory practice, supporting individual rights and choice within service delivery. Enable patients to meet their personal hygiene and toileting needs in accordance with individual preferences and clinical need. Maintaining patients’ comfort, privacy & dignity at all times. Assist in providing adequate nutrition and hydration for patients based on their individual needs as directed by the multi-disciplinary team. Promoting patients mobility as appropriate and assist in the movement and transfer of patients, using manual handling aids as appropriate to maximise the safety of staff and patients, in accordance with the patients’ individual care plan.
Maintain patients skin integrity based on individual need using appropriate resources, reporting findings to a Registered Nurse.
We are committed to providing the best quality integrated care to our patients. To achieve this aim we need highly motivated staff who are united by common values and behaviours.
We believe our workforce is our greatest asset and we actively support our staff to develop their capabilities to the full, with a variety of learning and development opportunities.
Whether you are just starting out in your career or are looking to use your skills and experience in a new role, East Cheshire NHS Trust is the right employer for you. We look forward to you joining us so that we can bring out your best.
Please be aware that this post requires an Enhanced DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) check with barred lists, the cost of which is payable by the successful candidate. If you have lived or worked abroad for 6 months or more in the last 5 years you will need to obtain an overseas police clearance. Further information can be found on the additional information links at the bottom of the advert.
Please read the attached Applicant Pack prior to completing your application form to find out more information.
Please download a copy of the Job Description and Person Specification located under the Supporting documents heading to read more about the advertised role.
As part of making your application we encourage you to review the Trusts Careers webpage Careers :: East Cheshire NHS Trust for more information about working for East Cheshire NHS Trust.
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome all applications irrespective of age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, race or religion. The Trust is a Disability Confident Leader and as such, applicants with disabilities will be offered an interview providing they meet the minimum criteria for the post (outlined in the Person Specification).
We understand that some applicants may choose to use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in preparing their application. While this is not discouraged, it is essential to personalise this information, particularly your supporting information section as these tools cannot fully grasp the context or requirements of the job you’re applying for. We kindly remind candidates that all submissions must be truthful and accurately reflect your own experiences and suitability for this role. Personal integrity and authenticity are central to our recruitment process and being a member of East Cheshire NHS Trust.
Applicants are advised to apply early as we reserve the right to close the advert prior to the advertised closing date should we receive a large number of applications.
We welcome applications from Graduate visa holders; it is important to note that you must have a minimum of 6 months before this expires at the start of your employment for training and operational reasons.
In accordance with UK Immigration Policy, this role does not meet the UK Immigration Policy eligibility criteria and therefore we are unable to provide Skilled Worker Visa Sponsorship. For further information please visit Visas and immigration - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)
We look forward to receiving your application.
