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Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust

7d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Entry, Junior & Mid Level
  • Healthcare
  • Exeter

AI generated summary

  • You must provide patient-centered care, communicate effectively, perform clinical interventions after training, assess conditions, and manage your workload independently or in a team.
  • You will provide patient care, support personal hygiene, perform clinical tasks, assess conditions, communicate effectively, and prioritize patient needs, working independently or in a team.

Requirements

  • Provide direct patient centred care in accordance with patient needs and in line with Trust policies. This may include providing personal care, such as washing and dressing patients, as needed, whilst promoting independence; oral care and supporting with toileting and continence needs
  • Establish and maintain good interpersonal skills. To provide and receive factual and accurate information and to overcome communication barriers using other methods, such as visual prompts, reassurance, empathy, persuasion
  • Undertake training in order to perform high quality clinical interventions effectively and remain competent to practice these interventions, such as clinical observations, blood glucose monitoring, urinalysis, venepuncture, removal or urinary catheter, insertion and removal of peripheral cannulas, perform ECG, calculation of BMI, all following assessment and completion of clinical competency. This is not an exhaustive list and other clinical interventions may be required dependant on the area of practice
  • Assess a person’s clinical condition, within the individual’s scope of competence using tools such as, NEWS2 parameters, pain assessment tool, non-verbal signs of deterioration and know how to urgently escalate concerns appropriately
  • Work independently or as part of a team to plan your own workload, prioritising the clinical needs of the patients in your care

Responsibilities

  • Provide direct patient centred care in accordance with patient needs and in line with Trust policies. This may include providing personal care, such as washing and dressing patients, as needed, whilst promoting independence; oral care and supporting with toileting and continence needs
  • Establish and maintain good interpersonal skills. To provide and receive factual and accurate information and to overcome communication barriers using other methods, such as visual prompts, reassurance, empathy, persuasion
  • Undertake training in order to perform high quality clinical interventions effectively and remain competent to practice these interventions, such as clinical observations, blood glucose monitoring, urinalysis, venepuncture, removal or urinary catheter, insertion and removal of peripheral cannulas, perform ECG, calculation of BMI, all following assessment and completion of clinical competency. This is not an exhaustive list and other clinical interventions may be required dependant on the area of practice
  • Assess a person’s clinical condition, within the individual’s scope of competence using tools such as, NEWS2 parameters, pain assessment tool, non-verbal signs of deterioration and know how to urgently escalate concerns appropriately
  • Work independently or as part of a team to plan your own workload, prioritising the clinical needs of the patients in your care

FAQs

What are the main responsibilities of a Healthcare Support Worker?

The main responsibilities include providing direct patient-centered care, assisting with personal care needs, recording physiological observations, undertaking clinical interventions under the direction of a Registered Nurse, and assessing patients' clinical conditions within their scope of competence.

Is this role eligible for sponsorship under the UK Home Office Skilled Worker visa route?

No, this role is not eligible for sponsorship due to increased salary thresholds introduced in early May 2025. Only individuals who already have the right to work in the UK can apply.

What kind of training will I receive in this role?

You will undertake training to perform high-quality clinical interventions effectively, which may include clinical observations, blood glucose monitoring, venepuncture, and other skills that will follow assessment and completion of clinical competency.

Can I work independently as a Healthcare Support Worker?

Yes, you will have the opportunity to work independently or as part of a team to plan your own workload and prioritize the clinical needs of the patients in your care.

What type of patients will I be caring for at Dawlish Community Hospital?

You will be caring for older patients, providing 24-hour holistic care, including rehabilitation, End of Life Care, and care for patients with Dementia and other age-related conditions.

Who can I contact for further details or informal visits about this role?

You can contact Carol Gilmour, Matron, at cgilmour@nhs.net or call 01626895270 for further details or to arrange an informal visit.

What skills are important for a Healthcare Support Worker?

Important skills include strong interpersonal skills, the ability to communicate effectively, empathy, the ability to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team, and the competence to perform clinical observations and interventions.

What is the work environment like at Dawlish Community Hospital?

Dawlish Community Hospital is a 16-bedded unit focused on caring for older patients, providing a supportive team environment with access to various health care professionals, including Occupational Therapists and Physiotherapists.

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Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust

Better health and care for all

Science & Healthcare
Industry
5001-10,000
Employees
1948
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust is a healthcare organisation in the UK that provides a wide range of medical and community services. This includes hospital care, community health services, adult social care, and mental health support across Torbay and South Devon. The Trust's mission is to deliver high-quality, compassionate care, ensuring patients and their families receive seamless, integrated support. Their purpose is to improve the health and well-being of the local community by offering personalised, patient-centred care.