Nursing Support Worker (Ward 8/CCU)

We are looking for motivated and dynamic Nursing Support Workers to join our dedicated Ward 8/CCU team in Withybush General Hospital, Haverfordwest. Full and part‑time posts are available.

Main duties of the job

• Assist patients with personal care (washing, dressing, feeding, mobility).
• Monitor and record observations (e.g., BP, pulse, oxygen levels, NEWS2).
• Support patients with oxygen therapy and respiratory care (as trained).
• Assist with basic clinical tasks (ECGs, blood sugars, specimen collection). Recognise and report any changes or deterioration.
• Maintain patient dignity, comfort, and safety.
• Support infection prevention and ward cleanliness.
• Assist with admissions, transfers and discharges.
• Operate within a variety of shift patterns to suit service requirements, including days/night rotations.

Qualifications & Knowledge

• Level 3 qualification in a healthcare‑related subject or equivalent experience with evidence of work‑based competency and the ability to carry out clinical care duties relevant to the role.
• Knowledge of the Code of Conduct for Healthcare Support Workers in Wales and of All Wales Delegation Guidelines (HEIW).
• Knowledge of relevant policies and procedures within a healthcare setting, e.g., Safeguarding adults/children and confidentiality (GDPR).

Experience

• Experience working in a relevant healthcare or social care environment, providing direct patient care.
• Experience working with patient groups relevant to the area of practice.
• Experience working within the NHS.

Language Skills

• Welsh language ability (Level 1) in understanding, speaking, reading and writing. English and Welsh speakers are welcome.

Other

• Ability to work across a range of shift patterns.
• Bilingual support available to meet Welsh language requirements during employment.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975; a Disclosure and Barring Service check will be required.

Salary

£26,300 to £27,890 a year pro‑rata.

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