Nursing Support Worker - Respiratory

Job overview

Respiratory Support Worker Band 3

• hours per week over 4-5 days between the hours of Monday to Friday, 8.30am to 5.00pm. Base: Wrexham Maelor Hospital

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a suitably trained, enthusiastic and motivated individual to join the Sleep Service within the Respiratory Team.

The respiratory Support Worker will work as part of a multidisciplinary team alongside nurses, physiologists, physiotherapists, administrators and other healthcare professionals to support patients undergoing assessment and treatment for sleep-related conditions.

The successful candidate will play an important role in ensuring patients receive high-quality, person-centred care throughout their sleep pathway. The role aligns with the responsibilities outlined in the Band 3 Wales Nursing Support Worker Job Description.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will support the delivery of the Sleep Service through a variety of duties including direct patient contact, issuing and demonstrating sleep monitoring and treatment equipment, undertaking delegated clinical tasks, maintaining accurate records, telephone support, scheduling appointments and ensuring clinical equipment is cleaned, prepared and available for use.

The role requires excellent communication skills, the ability to work independently within agreed protocols and a commitment to delivering a high standard of care. Responsibilities are consistent with the Band 3 Wales Nursing Support Worker role, including delegated clinical care, equipment management, documentation, communication and patient support activities.

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

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.

The Sleep Service is a busy and developing specialty, therefore the successful candidate will need to be organised, flexible and able to use their own initiative whilst working effectively as part of a team. The ability to prioritise workload, communicate sensitively with patients and relatives, and contribute to service improvement is essential. These expectations reflect the Band 3 role requirements for workload management, communication and quality improvement.

Applicants should hold a Level 3 qualification in a healthcare-related subject, or have equivalent experience and evidence of competency gained through work-based learning and training. Previous experience of working in a health or social care environment and providing direct patient care is essential.

Comprehensive induction, training and ongoing support will be provided to meet the needs of the role.

For further details, informal enquiries or to arrange a visit, please contact:

Jodie Jones Interim Medical Matron Email: Jodie.Jones20@wales.nhs.uk

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