Job Description

Join our vibrant and dynamic multidisciplinary team as a Clinical Healthcare Support Worker (Band 3) and make a difference in the lives of the patients admitted on Helena Ward.



Helena Ward is a 15 bedded Neurology Ward committed to the care of patients over the age of 18 years with acute or chronic neurological conditions.



We're looking for an enthusiastic team player who possesses outstanding communication skills and the drive to succeed. If you have previous healthcare experience, that's a huge plus!



In return, we'll provide an enriching environment where you can develop your clinical knowledge and skills while being fully supported by our dedicated team.



You will be a core member of the team delivering personal care, both clinical and non-clinical, to patients. You'll also be key in supporting patients with their own self-care and independence.



You will be supporting registered practitioners to deliver high quality,

compassionate health care to people in accordance with assessed needs and a care plan.



This is a busy role so you will be working together with your team to balance different tasks that often change.

Your daily duties will be varied to include:

blood pressure monitoring oxygen saturation levels body temperature pulse rate and respiration rate glucose monitoring, collection and testing of urine, faecal and sputum samples wound swabs removal of catheters venepuncture recording your actions accurately in patient note

To assist in patient care and other ward/department related duties under the supervision of the trained nurse.



At the RUH we're proud to put people at the heart of what we do, working together as one team to make a difference for our patients, each other, and our community. No matter what your role is, we value everyone's contribution in supporting the exceptional, person-centred care we pride ourselves on.



We are committed to creating a compassionate and inclusive environment. This can be seen in our growing community of staff networks - celebrating successes and creating opportunities to listen and learn. We value our differences, champion kindness and civility, and truly believe that diversity makes us stronger.



A culture of learning, developing and innovating is the thread that runs throughout our whole organisation. We want to support you to thrive, taking your career to its full potential.



We value staff wellbeing, with a well-established programme of support. We believe in a holistic approach spanning all aspects of living a healthy life, including physical, emotional, spiritual and financial wellbeing. We've even got a pool!



We are committed to supporting you and hope you want to join our team. In the meantime, find out more about living and working the beautiful historic city of Bath , learn about our extensive package of staff benefits , and read about how we're providing healthcare fit for the future with the landmark Dyson Cancer Centre and our passion for research .



Please find attached to the vacancy a detailed person specification and job description for further information about this role.