Healthcare Support Worker - Preadmission Cardiology Day Case

We encourage applications from all with protected characteristics and from those in the Armed Forces Community. Applicants are invited to apply in Welsh, any application submitted through the medium of Welsh will not be treated less favourably than applications made in English.Please let us know if you have any particular requirements to enable you to participate in the application and selection process. We will be pleased to discuss any reasonable adjustments OR SUPPORT needed. If you need any documents in a larger font or a different format (such as braille) please either contact the recruiting manager named in the job advert or alternatively contact the Aneurin Bevan University Health Board recruitment team on 01495 745805 option 3 OR EMAIL abb.vacancyrequests@wales.nhs.ukIf you are successful at interview for this post you will receive your conditional offer of appointment and information pack via email.We reserve the right to close this vacancy at any time. Therefore we encourage early applications to ensure consideration for this post. If you are short listed for this post, you will be contacted via your email account you used to apply for this post, therefore please check your account regularly.Please check your email account regularly. Successful applicants will receive all recruitment related correspondence via the email account registered on the application form.Aneurin Bevan University Health Board support flexible working.Please note that this vacancy may be withdrawn at any time should it be filled via the internal redeployment processJob OverviewThis vacancy will require the candidate to travel to numerous site bases within ABUHB, including the Grange University Hospital, Royal Gwent Hospital, Nevill Hall Hospital and Ysbyty Ystrad Fawr. We are looking for an individual with experience of working within in a preadmission setting or an individual with the drive to develop.As a Health Care Support Worker you will need to possess some clinical knowledge and be able to demonstrate the ability to work within a team. You should have good communication skills including IT and the ability to work effectively with patients, carers and other professionals.A flexible approach is required in delivering the activities which may include weekend and evening work. You will be joining a team that is passionate and focused on achieving excellence in care delivery, for this rewarding patient group.The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.Currently we are unable to provide certificates of sponsorship for this role as it does not meet the Home Office’s criteria. Anyone requiring a certificate of sponsorship is therefore unable to be shortlisted and interviewedMain duties of the jobCurrently we are unable to provide certificates of sponsorship for this role as it does not meet the Home Office’s criteria. Anyone requiring a certificate of sponsorship is therefore unable to be shortlisted and interviewedThe post holder will assist the trained staff in a range of patient care duties, recording of patient information and provision of basic patient care under the supervision of a registered nurse includingSuccessfully complete a locally approved orientation programme.To undertake routine investigations to include ecg'sTo support a clinical environment that is patient and public focused.To participate in the delivery of patients’ care and undertake clinical duties that are allocated and directly supervised by a registered nurse.To share with Team Leader information relating to the patients care.To report any changes in a patient’s condition to the nurse in charge and respond to clinical urgencies.To utilise customer care skills when caring for patients and relatives.To maintain and protect confidential information relating to patients.To undertake any other duties consistent with the overall grade of the post.To establish and maintain good working relationships with patients, relatives and members of the inter-disciplinary team.To work as a key member of the team with the patient to reach your negotiated goals.To contribute to the promotion of health and prevention of illness, as directed by the Registered Nurse.Working for our organisationAneurin Bevan University Health Board is a multi-award winning NHS organisation with a passion for caring. The Health Board provides an exceptional workplace where you can feel trusted and valued. Whatever your speciality or stage in your career, we have opportunities for everyone to start, grow and build your career. The health board provides integrated acute, primary and community care serving a population of 650,000 and employing over 16,000 staff.We offer a fantastic benefits package and extensive training and development opportunities with paid mandatory training, excellent in-house programmes, opportunities to complete recognised qualifications and professional career pathways including a range of management development programmes. We offer flexible working and promote a healthy work life balance, provide occupational health support and an ambitious plan for a Wellbeing Centre of Excellence to support you at work.Our Clinical Futures strategy continues to enhance and promote care closer to home as well as high quality hospital care when needed. Join us on our journey to pioneer new ways of working and deliver a world-class healthcare service fit for the future.QualificationsEssential criteriaNVQ Level 2 or EquivalentGood General EducationDesirable criteriaIT SkillsInterpersonal SkillsExperienceEssential criteriaSufficient experienceRecording ECGsDesirable criteriacardiologySkillsEssential criteriaGood CommunicationWork consistently under high pressureMotivated to learnTeam PlayerExcellent organisation skillsPersonal QualitiesEssential criteriaGood Communication skills both verbally and written