Job overview

Respiratory Support Worker
Band 3

18.75 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.

Working for our organisation

If you relish a challenge, have a passion to help others or simply fancy a fresh start, then Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) North Wales, has all the right ingredients. The largest health organisation in Wales, providing a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and elective hospital services for a population of around 700,000, across North Wales . Join our team and get the support you need, in line with our Organisational Values and ‘Proud to Lead’ competence framework.

Enjoy being part of working with engaged leadership at all levels, and be assured we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and are proud to welcome applicants under the “Disability Confident Employer” scheme.

Please check your email account regularly. Successful applicants will receive all recruitment related correspondence via the email account registered on the application form.

Applications may be submitted in Welsh.  Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.