Main duties of the job

The post holder will work as part of a designated team, including Health Care Support Workers and Registered Nurses, delivering evidence based high quality clinical care that focuses on the direct needs of the patient including those individuals with chronic conditions. The post holder will work under the direction and support of a Registered Nurse by following the Health Boards protocols, policies, procedures, pathways, clinical governance requirements and care plans.

Please note that we will only accept applications from staff currently employed by Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board.

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

Working for our organisation

If you relish a challenge, have a passion to help others or simply fancy a fresh start, then Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) North Wales, has all the right ingredients. The largest health organisation in Wales, providing a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and elective hospital services for a population of around 700,000, across North Wales . Join our team and get the support you need, in line with our Organisational Values and Proud to Lead competence framework.

Enjoy being part of working with engaged leadership at all levels, and be assured we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and are proud to welcome applicants under the Disability Confident Employer scheme.

Please check your email account regularly. Successful applicants will receive all recruitment related correspondence via the email account registered on the application form.

Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English. 

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac. 

Person specification

Qualifications and / or Knowledge

Essential criteria

  • Level 4 vocational qualification in a relevant health care associated subject / Certificate in Health Care Support Worker Education
  • GCSE Maths and English Grade C or above or equivalent level 2 or above essential skills qualifications
  • Evidence of continuing personal development relevant to the role in health care
  • Able to demonstrate understanding of the HCSW Code of Conduct, All Wales Delegation guidelines and the all Wales Band 4 Assistant Practitioner Governance Framework.
  • Clinical knowledge which is relevant to the role.
  • Demonstrates understanding of the importance of following procedures and treatment plans
  • Demonstrates an understanding of the legislation related to Safeguarding e.g. adults/children, The Mental Capacity Act and Deprivation of Liberties Safeguards to keep adults within their care safe

    • Desirable criteria

  • Local knowledge of statutory and voluntary services
  • Teaching or assessment qualification

    • Other

    Essential criteria

  • Able to work hours flexibly this includes weekends, bank holidays, early, late and night shifts Can demonstrate self-motivation, ability to motivate others, proactivity and resourcefulness Ability to travel in a timely manner
  • Demonstrates the ability to work within the NHS Wales Values and Behaviours
  • Can demonstrate self-motivation, ability to motivate others, proactivity and resourcefulness
  • Ability to travel in a timely manner

    • Desirable criteria

  • Ability to speak or learn Welsh

    • Experience

    Essential criteria

  • Significant and recent experience of providing relevant clinical care
  • Interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to manage/diffuse challenging or threatening situations
  • Experienced in undertaking a range of clinical skills relevant to the post as per role scope of practice and the national governance framework e.g. Catheter care (including removal). Monitor and record vital observation and interpret results. Reviewing risk assessments. Monitor and interpret blood glucose. Experience of supporting an RN with wound care.

    • Desirable criteria

  • Experience in a range of clinical skills including palliative care
  • For community roles: experience of providing care in a community or primary care setting.
  • Administration of medicines via oral, topical, SC, IM routes
  • Skills in non-complex wound care

    • Aptitude & Abilities

    Essential criteria

  • Good level of basic IT skills
  • Ability to demonstrate a compassionate and caring attitude and effective communication skills
  • Able to work in a multi-agency arena
  • Ability to function as an Assistant Practitioner without direct supervision
  • Ability to manage their own time and workload, prioritise work, delegate and seek assistance when required
  • Able to undertake patient assessments within agreed competency and protocols Ability to organise and prioritise own delegated workload
  • Ability to organise and prioritise own delegated workload
  • Ability to deal with non-routine and unpredictable nature of workload and individual patient contact
  • Ability to develop effective and appropriate relationships with patients, their families, carers and Interview 8 colleagues
  • Ability to take part in reflective practice and clinical supervision activities
  • Ability to support, supervise, assess and act as a role model for Trainee Assistant Practitioners other learners and HCAs as required within the clinical setting or within the patients home
  • Excellent verbal and non-verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to actively listen and communicate sensitive or difficult information in a clear and compassionate manner

    • To work in the UK, all candidates who are not UK or Republic of Ireland (RoI) nationals require sponsorship to obtain either a Health and Care visa or Skilled Worker visa , unless you have permission to work via another route. Non UK / RoI candidates wishing to apply should self-assess the likelihood of obtaining a Certificate of Sponsorship by visiting Work in the UK . If you are eligible for the Health and Care visa, application costs are lower and you do not need to pay the annual Immigration Health Surcharge.

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    Applicant requirements

    This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.

    Welsh language skills are desirable

    This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.

    Welsh language skills are desirable