Nursing Assistant/CSW (XR02) in Leeds

The Band 2 Clinical Support Worker plays a vital role within the Stroke Unit, providing high-quality, compassionate care to patients recovering from stroke and related neurological conditions. Working under the supervision of registered nursing staff, the post holder supports patients with their physical, emotional, and personal care needs while contributing to a safe, clean, and supportive ward environment.

Main duties of the job:

• Assist patients with personal care needs including washing, dressing, toileting, continence care, and oral hygiene while maintaining dignity and respect.
• Support patients with mobility, transfers, repositioning, and the use of mobility aids in accordance with moving and handling policies.
• Assist patients with eating and drinking, including those with swallowing difficulties, following guidance from nursing staff and the multidisciplinary team.
• Carry out delegated clinical tasks such as recording vital signs, blood glucose monitoring, urine testing, and weighing patients, reporting any abnormalities promptly.
• Observe patients' physical, emotional, and psychological condition and elevate concerns appropriately.
• Support rehabilitation activities and encourage patient independence as appropriate.

Communication and Teamwork:

• Communicate effectively with patients, relatives, and carers, providing reassurance and support.
• Work collaboratively with registered nurses and the wider multidisciplinary team including therapists and medical staff.
• Participate in handovers and contribute relevant patient information when required.

Environment, Safety, and Infection Control:

• Maintain a clean, safe, and well-organised ward and patient environment.
• Clean and prepare equipment in line with infection prevention and control policies.
• Adhere to health and safety regulations, including risk assessments and incident reporting.

Job responsibilities:

• Provide high-quality, compassionate, and patient-centred care to patients within the Acute Stroke Unit and Hyperacute Stroke Unit (HASU), supporting registered nursing staff in the delivery of safe, effective, and timely care.
• Assist patients during the acute and recovery phases of stroke, promote dignity and independence, and contribute to a clean, safe, and therapeutic environment.

Working Conditions:

• The role involves shift work including days, nights, weekends, and bank holidays.
• The post holder will work across both the Acute Stroke Unit and Hyperacute Stroke Unit (HASU), supporting patients with acute and complex needs.
• The post requires physical activity including standing, walking, and assisting patients with mobility.

Equality, Diversity, and Values:

• The post holder is expected to uphold the values of the organisation, promoting equality, diversity, and inclusion, and ensuring care is delivered without discrimination.

Person Specification:

• Caring, compassionate, and patient-centred approach.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with patients, relatives, and colleagues.
• Ability to follow instructions and work under supervision.
• Good observational skills and ability to recognise and report changes in a patient's condition.
• Confidence using basic clinical equipment (e.g. observations machines).
• Understanding of stroke care.

Experience:

• Experience of working with people in a caring or supportive role (paid or voluntary).
• Experience of working as part of a team.
• Previous experience working in a healthcare setting.
• Experience caring for patients with complex or acute needs.
• Experience within a stroke, neurological, or acute ward environment.

Qualifications:

• NVQ Level 2 (or equivalent) in Health and Social Care.
• Basic literacy and numeracy skills.
• Care Certificate.

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.