Healthcare Support Worker

19 hours ago


Newton Abbot, Devon, United Kingdom Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust Full time
Job Title: Senior Health Care Assistant

Join our team at Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust and contribute to delivering high-quality patient care in our 30-bedded inpatient ward, Teign Ward, within Newton Abbot Community Hospital.

About the Role

As a Senior Health Care Assistant, you will play a vital role in providing care, rehabilitation, and end-of-life care to patients following an acute illness or treatment. You will work under the indirect supervision of a registered nurse or practitioner, ensuring the safety and quality of care given to your designated patients.

Key Responsibilities
  1. Work clinically to ensure the safety and quality of care given to patients, under the indirect supervision of a registered nurse or practitioner.
  2. Perform cannulation and venepuncture, take and interpret vital signs on adults, and make appropriate referrals to Adult and Child Safeguarding teams.
  3. Support and work with colleagues during shifts, liaise with the wider multidisciplinary team to maintain safety, and help facilitate the development of the service as part of the wider team.
  4. Participate in discussions and projects that benefit the team, patients, and the unit as a whole, working under guidance and in conjunction with the senior nursing team and the Matron.
  5. Follow the Trust's policies and protocols to ensure the safety of the department.
Why Work with Us

We offer a flexible work environment that promotes a healthy work-life balance. Our benefits package includes:

  1. NHS Pension Scheme
  2. Childcare at our day nursery
  3. Generous holiday entitlement, starting at 27 days a year (for full-time workers) plus bank/public holidays
  4. Staff discounts
  5. Career development and training opportunities
  6. Employee support - staff have access to a 24-hour helpline

For full vacancy details, please refer to the attached Job Description/Person Specification. Please ensure you meet the role requirements or person specification before applying.



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