We at Huntercombe Group are looking for a Support Worker

• To assist nursing staff in providing high quality individualised care to a clearly defined group of patients / residents, relatives and carers.
• To work and act as a key member of the team, supporting each patient / resident in achievement of their planned outcomes.

Key Accountabilities

With regular supervision and support from nursing staff

• To assist the nursing team with the assessment of individual patient / resident needs, planning, delivery and evaluation of care for a number of individuals or groups of patients / residents, including following the clinical risk assessment plan.
• To exercise a reasonable and agreed degree of professional autonomy and make judgements and decisions in order to satisfy the expectations and demands of the job.
• To undertake clinical work related tasks as delegated by senior nursing staff, following appropriate training and assessment of competency.
• To undertake clinical supervision to further develop competence and clinical practice.
• To liaise effectively with all stakeholders in the care process, including carers and relatives, aspiring to provide an effective, seamless and integrated service to patients / residents.
• To maintain accurate, legible records of care provided, based upon the care plan incorporating all relevant communication and liaison.
• To maintain and update relevant knowledge and skills, maintain a professional portfolio and participate in further training as appropriate, in order to enhance quality of care for patients / residents and carers.
• To comply with the Huntercombe Group Health and Safety Policies and Protocols in order to contribute to safe working practices.
• To protect vulnerable adults / children from internal/external elements and act as a Patient / resident Advocate.

Communication and Relationship Skills

• Communicates with clarity in confidence in a variety of situations, relays information accurately to staff
• Is actively involved in meeting own and team objectives through encouraging and supporting others.
• Participates in discussions and debates and staff meetings offering views.
• Participate in the process of positively supporting and inspiring colleagues within the service to improve standards and quality and to develop professional practice.
• Communicate all relevant issues pertaining to care.

Clinical Obligations

• If Statutory/Professional Registration is a requirement of this role it must be maintained at all times.
• Responsibility to maintain continuous professional development in order to meet requirements of professional registration.
• To work within the boundaries of your relevant Professional Code of Conduct.
• Adherence to national guidance and best practice evidence on Infection Control.
• Compliance with the Huntercombe Group clinical polices and those adopted.
• Participation in the Huntercombe Group clinical governance work programmes.