About the category
Nursing support workers are essential and valued members of the nursing team. They work in all health and care settings, in hospitals, care homes, communities and the independent sector, under the guidance and supervision of registered nurses. Nursing support workers job titles and roles vary depending on the area in which they are working, but they share the same values.
Who can be nominated?
A nursing support worker who is delegated work by a registered nurse who is working in health and social care.
What is the criteria for consideration?
Each nominee must clearly demonstrate:
- a commitment to person-centred care, innovation and delivering high quality services that make a difference to the people receiving care
- the benefits their work has had for patients, clients, families and colleagues
- how their work contributes to the delivery of local and national policy and strategy within health and social care.
If you have any questions or queries regarding the awards, please get in touch by emailing scotlandnurseawards@rcn.org.uk
Health Care Support Worker