Below you will find some of the most frequently asked questions that will hopefully help answer yours

Who should I contact?

If you have any questions related to the role of Clinical Skills Assistant, or need any other information related to this, please email us edclinicalskillsassistant@gmail.com

What skills will I learn?

You will develop proficiency in the core clinical skills through training, repetitive practice, mentoring and constructive feedback.

The skills you will gain are:

Venepuncture

Cannulation

Blood Cultures

Urinalysis

Bladder Scanning

Clinical Observations

Blood Sugar and Ketone Monitoring

Swabbing

ECG’s

Limitations

You will be trained after 2 months of independent practice in urinary catheterisation and arterial blood gases. From then on you will be able to perform supervised practice of these additional skills.

What are the requirements for applicants?

Commitment

·Professional responsibility to attend shifts regularly and punctually

·Desire to have a better understanding of emergency care

·Desire to improve practical skills in patient-facing setting

Education and Qualifications

·Current clinical placement medical student at University of Nottingham (Foundation For Practice students or CP2 students) *TO BE REVIEWED*

·Basic Life Support Qualification

Collaborative Working

·Desire to improve skills in collaborative MDT working

·Understand principles of a high performing team in providing excellent patient care

Additional Attributes

·Good organizational skills

·Initiative

Why should I apply?

• Being a CSA is the best way gain experience, and practice your skills in a frontline setting, therefore developing expertise!

• You will gain confidence for future placements and graduating as a doctor

•You will learn good communication skills with patients and a multi-diciplinary team

• You will learn how to prioritise your workload under pressure

• You will gain knowledge in how to perform a variety of clinical skills

• Patients will also benefit through more rapid access to clinical investigations and interventions

If we haven't been able to help answer your question, please contact us edclinicalskillsassistant@gmail.com