Job summary
Acute Rehab Support Worker (ARSW) - Band 4
The post-holder will be working within Complex Medical Unit A (CMU A) at the OUH NHS Foundation Trust.
You will be expected to provide 1 to 1 patient observations, assisting with individual therapy goals, being involved in rehabilitation through holistic and patient centered care. You must be able to demonstrate empathy, compassion and the ability to cope in challenging situations. You will work closely with the Complex Medicine multi-disciplinary team (MDT) and must have a desire to make a difference to vulnerable patients who require additional observations and intervention whilst in our care.
If you are looking for a new challenge within a supportive and dynamic team; please get in touch.
Main duties of the job
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the Complex Medical Unit team. The post-holder will be working on the wards.
The post holder will be responsible for the delivery of holistic care and patient observations including distraction therapy, reminiscence therapy, personal care, support with nutrition / hydration, mouth care and prevention of deconditioning. This will be with the support and the guidance of the Complex Medicine MDT.
About us
Here at Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust we are looking for people who can make a real difference to the care our patients receive so, if you are someone who is kind and compassionate, and always put others first, then we have some very exciting new roles for you to consider.
Our patients are all admitted for emergency care against a background of long-term physical health conditions, and they may also experience mental health issues, cognitive impairment and challenging behaviour.
You will be joining an energetic and enthusiastic team of nurses, doctors, therapists and social care professionals who work together closely to manage the patients' care problems, promote recovery and re-enablement, and safe discharge from hospital. The ward team is also supported by the Trust's psychological medicine team.
We are keen to benefit from your expertise and experience to help us develop a truly multi-disciplinary approach to patient care. In return, you will be supported by practice development programmes run by the Trust, as well as the practice development team within acute medicine. We are committed to supporting your continuing professional and career development.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see job description attached.
The four Complex Medicine Units of Level 7 of the JR site are busy but fun! Caring for people with complex, long-term conditions who have come into hospital with an acute medical problem, many of whom stay for several weeks, the role of the ARSW is crucial to the health and well-being of our patients. With a focus on rehabilitation and promoting independence, you can expect to develop meaningful relationships with patients and their families and develop specialist skills in communication and caring for people with dementia.
Person Specification
N/A
Essential
- Experience of working with patient cohort
- shows understanding of role
Desirable
- passionate about Dementia care
- passionate about Frailty care
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
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.
Employer details
Employer name
Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address
John Radcliffe Hospital
Headley Way
Headington
OX3 9DU