Ward Clerk

NHS

Job title:

Ward Clerk

Company

NHS

Job description

We are looking for a dynamic, proactive ward clerk to join our team. Good interpersonal, communication and IT skills are essential. You will need to be conscientious with excellent time management and an ability to work both under direction and on your own initiative.Main duties of the jobTo provide day-to-day clerical support to facilitate the smooth running of the ward under the direction and supervision of senior colleagues.You will need to have excellent communication skills as this role involves greeting staff, patients and visitors.Manage the day-to-day ward administration, ensuring that correct procedures are implemented and monitored.To use own initiate to maintain stationary stocks, answer queries and forward relevant communication to staff.To maintain notes and records systems ensuring that all notes are compiled in the correct order and in a timely fashion.Order supplies and equipment using the Trust procurement system under the guidance of the Ward Sister.To be responsible for accurate data entry of patient information to comply with Trust Objectives/Guidelines.To monitor all patient data and ensure that we are compliant with accurate national data collection.To accurately record and distribute minutes of monthly Neonatal Integrated and ward meetings.About usAt UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always put the Patient First. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of Staff Networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We’re proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) and a Veteran Aware Trust.We treat our patients and staff with the same compassion and empathy we expect for ourselves. We’re here for them when they need us, and we go above and beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in ourWellbeing Programme for staff which is extensive and designed to support you when you need it, including where possible, flexible working to support work life balance – because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves.As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching and training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us and throughout your career we will help you to grow and develop. We hope that in choosing UHSussex you are choosing a long and happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make and feel valued for all that you do.We look forward to receiving your application and the start of your journey with UHSussex.Candidate Information Pack: https://www.uhsussex.nhs.uk/resources/candidate-information-pack/Date posted31 March 2025Pay schemeAgenda for changeBandBand 2Salary£23,615 a year per annumContractPermanentWorking patternPart-timeReference number279-7034522-MAR25Job locationsSt Richard’s HospitalChichesterPO19 6SEJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesTo provide day-to-day clerical support to facilitate the smooth running of the ward under the direction and supervision of senior colleagues.You will need to have excellent communication skills as this role involves greeting staff, patients and visitors.Manage the day-to-day ward administration, ensuring that correct procedures are implemented and monitored.To use own initiate to maintain stationary stocks, answer queries and forward relevant communication to staff.To maintain notes and records systems ensuring that all notes are compiled in the correct order and in a timely fashion.Order supplies and equipment using the Trust procurement system under the guidance of the Ward Sister.To be responsible for accurate data entry of patient information to comply with Trust Objectives/Guidelines.To monitor all patient data and ensure that we are compliant with accurate national data collection.To accurately record and distribute minutes of monthly Neonatal Integrated and ward meetings. Job descriptionJob responsibilitiesTo provide day-to-day clerical support to facilitate the smooth running of the ward under the direction and supervision of senior colleagues.You will need to have excellent communication skills as this role involves greeting staff, patients and visitors.Manage the day-to-day ward administration, ensuring that correct procedures are implemented and monitored.To use own initiate to maintain stationary stocks, answer queries and forward relevant communication to staff.To maintain notes and records systems ensuring that all notes are compiled in the correct order and in a timely fashion.Order supplies and equipment using the Trust procurement system under the guidance of the Ward Sister.To be responsible for accurate data entry of patient information to comply with Trust Objectives/Guidelines.To monitor all patient data and ensure that we are compliant with accurate national data collection.To accurately record and distribute minutes of monthly Neonatal Integrated and ward meetings.Person SpecificationQualificationsEssential

  • GCSE English

SkillsEssential

  • Good communication
  • Knowledge of computer programmes and databases
  • Good teamworking
  • Effective time management
  • Ability to prioritise

Desirable

  • Knowledge of NHS databases

Equality, Diversity, and InclusionEssential

  • Evidence of having championed diversity in previous
  • Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues

Person SpecificationQualificationsEssential

  • GCSE English

SkillsEssential

  • Good communication
  • Knowledge of computer programmes and databases
  • Good teamworking
  • Effective time management
  • Ability to prioritise

Desirable

  • Knowledge of NHS databases

Equality, Diversity, and InclusionEssential

  • Evidence of having championed diversity in previous
  • Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues

Expected salary

£23615 per year

Location

Chichester

Job date

Wed, 02 Apr 2025 07:45:43 GMT

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