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Do you have an interest or experience in providing care and hold excellent communication skills? If so NHS Orkney is looking to increase the auxiliary nurse bank and would like to hear from you.
As part of the multidisciplinary team post holders will carry out routine personal care duties for patients in support of and supervised by a registered nurse. They will also carry out assigned duties to maintain hygiene, order and safety within the ward environment. Other duties will include maintaining good relationships with patients, carers and relatives and refer them to a trained nurse for any questions they may have on the patient’s condition or for any suggestions or complaints they may wish to raise. Additionally, post holders will be required to report observed changes in the patient’s physical/psychological needs and participate in maintaining accurate and up-to-date records to ensure effective communication.
The successful candidates will have a minimum of Standard Grade level qualifications and an interest in developing their knowledge and skills within Health & Social Care or be working towards an appropriate SVQ qualification. They will also have, good interpersonal skills and be a team player.
This would be an excellent opportunity for students looking to gain experience for a career in healthcare.
It is essential that successful candidates have an understanding of the importance of confidentiality, an awareness of issues surrounding Infection Control along with the ability to deal with confrontational/ difficult situations.
This post includes Distant Islands Allowance, pro rata
For further information please contact Linda Merriman, Interim Nurse Manager, on 01856 888 000 EXT 6034 or email: l.merriman@nhs.net
This post is subject to a PVG Scheme Record check
The post holders will be required to work towards the Health Care Support Worker Code of Conduct.