Healthcare Support Worker

at  The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust

The Royal Marsden is a centre of excellence with an international reputation for ground-breaking research, complex major surgery and pioneering the very latest in cancer treatments and technologies. At the Royal Marsden we have a distinct set of values that define what we are and how we behave. We are looking for an enthusiastic and committed Band 3, Healthcare Support Worker for the Burdett Coutts Ward in Chelsea. The successful candidate will be enthusiastic working with the nursing team, with the vision and passion to help optimise high quality patient care. Being a good team player you will work together with the Manager and the other nursing team leaders to help foster good communication and improve processes to enhance the patient pathway. The Royal Marsden Trust is committed to the ongoing development of its staff.
Effective communication is imperative as it will be expected that the candidate will liaise with many different members within West Wing and across the trust.
To carry out in a responsible and efficient way, the nursing care for patients which has been drawn up in conjunction with the co-ordinator of the shift.
To demonstrate the ability to develop a greater awareness and understanding of the needs of patients with cancer and the different treatment modalities and work autonomously under supervision of a registered nurse.
As an integral member of the nursing teamwork with team members to ensure the maintenance of
an efficient, safe, clean and pleasant environment for all patients
The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust is a world-leading cancer centre. Our role is to offer our patients the best cancer care available anywhere in the world, and to continue to make a global contribution to finding better ways of diagnosing and treating cancer. We employ over 4,500 staff in a diverse range of careers including nursing, medical, science, radiography, pharmacy, occupational therapy, finance and administrative services. We have two hospitals – one in Chelsea, London, and one in Sutton, Surrey – as well as a Medical Daycare Unit in Kingston Hospital.
At The Royal Marsden, we deal with cancer every day, so we understand how valuable life is. When people entrust their lives to us, they have the right to demand the very best. That’s why the pursuit of excellence lies at the heart of everything we do.
At the heart of the hospital is our dedicated team. We offer a stimulating and dynamic working environment, a wide range of staff benefits, learning and development opportunities and clear career pathways. There are opportunities to work flexibly across a range of areas and specialities and we welcome flexible working requests from point of hire to support employees work life balance. We are looking for employees who aspire to excellence, share our values and can play a crucial role in our on-going achievements.
For further information on this role, please see the attached detailed Job Description and Person Specification.
To practice the Care Certificate and support junior staff to achieve the standards. Communicate with tact, empathy, overcome barriers to understanding e.g., patients with physical impairment,
mental health conditions or learning disabilities.
Monitoring and recording patients’ vital signs (including blood pressure, pulse, temperature, oxygen saturation) and reporting any abnormal results to registered nursing staff. Assess comfort
of patient and instigate emergency procedures.
Measuring and recording patients’ height and weight.
Performing venepuncture and venous blood sampling, after training and assessment of competency.
Assisting with nutrition where applicable e.g., assisting with menu completion, feeding assistance.
Working closely with the ward host/hostess and housekeeper.
Understanding the dietary needs of patients and utilise diet charts and fluid balance charts appropriately.
Liaising with the trusts MDT as appropriate to ensure complete holistic care is provided and harm free care is monitored

Please refer the Job description for details