About The Organisation

Here at NHS Lanarkshire, we put the patient at the heart of everything we do. Each colleague within the organisation plays a key role in how we deliver our healthcare services.

We proudly serve a population of 655,000 across rural and urban communities in both North and South Lanarkshire. NHS Lanarkshire is comprised of Acute Services, Corporate & Property & Support Services, and Health and Social Care Partnerships which provide integrated primary healthcare and social care services.

The Role

As part of a multidisciplinary team, the post holder will carry out care duties for patients, in support of a registered nurse, and will regularly work unsupervised.

The post holder will carry out assigned duties to maintain hygiene, order and safety within the ward environment.

In This Key Role, You Will

Carry out assigned tasks to deliver and support direct patient care, under the direction of a registered nurse, to ensure delivery of a high quality of patient care e.g.

• Assist in the preparation of patients for procedures.
• Assist with admission, transfer and discharge of patients.
• Assist in the collection of routine urine/blood specimens.
• Monitor and order supplies and carry out required housekeeping duties.
• Undertake recording of patient vital signs and report results to registered staff.
• Assist in maintenance and improvement of patient mobility.
• Report observed changes in the patients physical and psychological needs.
• Carry out pre-use checks on some equipment.
• Prepare equipment and procedure trolleys as per procedure manuals.

What You'll Bring

• SVQ III in healthcare, or working towards, or equivalent experience.
• Ability to work with people and as part of a multidisciplinary/agency team.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.

What We Offer

As a valued employee of NHS Lanarkshire, you can enjoy an extensive range of benefits including:

• Annual Leave - 35 days including public holidays.
• Generous NHS pension scheme.
• Annual incremental salary progression.
• Paid sick leave increasing with length of service.
• NHS discounts and more.

NHS Lanarkshire is dedicated to building a diverse workforce where everyone can thrive, develop, and succeed based on their skills, knowledge, and talent.

For More Information

For informal discussion, please contact Kelly Mcilroy, Senior Charge Nurse at kelly.mcilroy@lanarkshire.scot.nhs.uk

If you have any questions about the recruitment process or require support with your application, contact Anna Zastawnik Baran, Recruitment Administrator at Anna.Zastawnik-Baran@lanarkshire.scot.nhs.uk