Job description

Do you want to work with a dynamic, passionate and committed health team. We are looking for a highly motivated, forward thinking and enthusiastic Health Care Support Worker to join our team. We are looking for individuals who are caring, understanding and non-judgmental.

Successful Candidates must have excellent communication skills, a positive attitude to working with people and demonstrate a person-centred approach to care. The successful applicant will assist the Registered Practitioners in the assessment, planning, management and evaluation of health and wellbeing of asylum seekers. Also to support the staff to deliver immunisation and TB screening clinics, collection of clinical samples including blood and urine as well as providing health promotion advice.

The candidate will be expected to be flexible in their approach to work, demonstrate initiative and be a team player. They will work under the supervision and guidance of the Lead Nurse, and Qualified Staff as well as working in collaboration with multi agency partners. In return, we offer a friendly, supportive environment with an experienced nursing team, with varied training opportunities to enhance your development.

Assist the Registered Practitioner in assessments, planning, management and evaluation of care of asylum seekers

Under direction of the Registered Practitioner/Assistant Practitioner, supports appropriate individualised, clinical/risk assessments providing accurate feedback as necessary.

Deliver safe, high quality, compassionate care following individualised care plans and interventions determined by the Registered Practitioner. This will include supporting patients with all aspects of the fundamentals of care including activities of daily living, providing feedback on progress against the plans.

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

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.

We are an inclusive employer and welcome applications from everyone whatever their sex; religion or belief; race; age; sexual orientation; gender identity or, whether they are pregnant or have recently been on maternity leave, married or are in a civil partnership; or, whether they are disabled.

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.

Carry out specific delegated clinical and care tasks and responsibilities to a high standard and competency, under the direction and supervision of a Registered Practitioner/Assistant Practitioner, This will include:

Performing patient blood pressure, urinalysis and recording results appropriately.

Assist in immunisation and TB screening clinic & Blood Borne Virus screening/blood samples

To undertake non-nursing duties and clerical duties as required in the clinical area

Provide a link between the service and GP practices as well as partner agencies

Develops competencies and practices clinical skills required to deliver care relevant for asylum seekers and within the agreed scope of practice for the Senior Healthcare Assistant.

Report back and share information with the Registered Practitioner on the condition, behaviour, activity and responses of individuals.

Recognises and effectively responds to emergency situations/safeguarding concerns escalating support from the Registered Practitioner in a timely and appropriate manner.

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