Senior Health Care Support Worker (SHCSW) Paediatrics


Company:	NHS Jobs
Salary:	£25,760 - £27,476
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Plymouth, PL6 8DH
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	23 Jul 2026
Closing date:	6 Aug 2026

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Summary

Provide and deliver a high standard of nursing, care, recognising and meeting the specific needs of patients. Prioritise own tasks under the direction of registered nurse. To carry out clinical observations on patients, recognising, recording and reporting all changes in patients condition to nursing and medical staff. To support maintenance of fluid balance and dietary charts, recognising, recording and reporting all adverse findings to senior staff. Support the assessment of all patients admitted to the ward, to ensure the smooth flow of patients through to discharge home. To support nursing and medical colleagues with procedures, escort patients to scan/x-ray and assist with patient transfers to other areas. To recognise the importance of health education and teaching of patients and carers, and refer patients to senior staff. Document and sign for all observations and care given with counter signature from a registered practitioner. To maintain his/her own professional development, attending courses/further training to enhance and optimise his/her role within the work area. To promote and safeguard the well-being of patients, their families and colleagues. To share responsibility in the care and maintenance of all equipment on the ward and stock control. To respect the confidential information, in line with Trust policy Data Protection Act, obtained in the course of work and not disclose this information. To be familiar with and adhere to Trust and Departmental policies and procedures mindful of responsibilities to self, colleagues and patients. Report untoward incidents, complaints, clinical emergencies to senior staff. For further information please see attached job description

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