Job summary
Health Care Assistant
Salary £22,992 (36 hrs) £23,950 (37.5hrs)
Are you passionate about delivering care? Do you have experience or an interest in delivering end of life care? Would you like to develop your career within a hospice environment? If so then we’d love to hear from you.
We provide specialist care for people who have a life limiting illness in our 14-bedroom ward, located in Pontefract just minutes from Junction 32 of M62. We also offer outreach services and run a successful Lymphoedema clinic for patients.
We currently have a vacancy for a Health Care Assistant to join our team. As a Health Care Assistant within the Hospice you will assist in delivering basic care and other patient related clinical activities under the supervision or as directed by a Registered Nurse. You will also provide support to carers and colleagues within the clinical environment. The holistic support we offer to our patients is tailored to meet their medical, social, spiritual and emotional needs.
Applying for this role
To be considered for this role you must have an NVQ level 2 in a care related subject, or equivalent i.e. Care Certificate and end of life care experience. An NVQ Level 3 is desirable.
Main duties of the job
Main purpose of job: To deliver a range of patient care duties under the supervision of registered nurses providing basic patient care and providing physical, psychological and spiritual needs to people with life limiting illnesses.
Responsibilities:
Overall Duties:
Maintain a high standard of patient care ensuring policies and procedures are adhered to;
Give individualised patient care under the direction and supervision of the registered nursing staff;
Assist in admitting patients to the ward, completing demographic details and recording base-line observations;
Develop skills in caring for terminally ill patients and their families;
Support registered nurses in their role and work as a member of the nursing team;
Cover a 24 hour nursing rota;
Participate in implementing care delegated by registered staff for which training has been given and competence achieved;
Recognise abnormal recordings or signs of change in a patient’s condition and report changes to a registered nurse;
Assess patients’ level of dependence in meeting personal care needs and give appropriate assistance (includes hygiene, mobility, nutrition, elimination and comfort);
Assist patients to eat and drink in a sensitive and supportive manner;
Ensure accurate and timely records of care (electronic and paper) are maintained, upholding information governance;
Be involved in a multidisciplinary approach to patient care together with other professionals;
Work as a member of the nursing team under the supervision of registered staff reporting changes in patients conditions and needs as they occur;
Participate in meetings related to families and staff where required;
Maintain a safe, clean and secure environment for patients, their families, visitors and staff. Reporting incidents to the nurse in charge;
Be fully aware and comply with all The Prince of Wales Hospice policies and procedures;
Communicate information on patient care and related matters to the nurse in charge;
Ensure correct use and due economy is made of equipment and resources; and
Participate in the induction of new staff and students.
About us
Located just off of Junction 32 of the M62, The Prince of Wales Hospice provides specialist care for people with life-limiting illness and their families in the Five Towns area of Wakefield District.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Health Care Assistant
Hours 36 or 37.5
Salary £22,992 (36) £23,950 (37.5)
Are you passionate about delivering care? Do you have experience or an interest in delivering end of life care? Would you like to develop your career within a hospice environment? If so then we’d love to hear from you.
In our last staff survey over 97% of our employees said they enjoyed working with the people in our organisation and that they were proud to work for the Hospice. Our employees felt they could make a difference and enjoyed the work they do.
We provide specialist care for people who have a life limiting illness in our 14-bedroom ward, located in Pontefract just minutes from Junction 32 of M62. We also offer outreach services and run a successful Lymphoedema clinic for patients.
We currently have a vacancy for a Health Care Assistant to join our team. As a Health Care Assistant within the Hospice you will assist in delivering basic care and other patient related clinical activities under the supervision or as directed by a Registered Nurse. You will also provide support to carers and colleagues within the clinical environment. The holistic support we offer to our patients is tailored to meet their medical, social, spiritual and emotional needs.
We are looking for someone who is reliable, forward thinking and who can communicate effectively. The successful candidate will also have a caring attitude, be enthusiastic and willing to learn. By joining our fantastic Hospice team we’ll help you to develop your specialist end of life care skills, knowledge and experience.
Why work for us?
27 days annual leave plus bank holidays (pro rata)
Enhanced sick pay and pension
Access to comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme
Eligibility to apply for Blue Light Card
Discounted staff meals on-site during working hours
Learning and development opportunities
Annual pay reviews
Applying for this role
To be considered for this role you must have an NVQ level 2 in a care related subject, or equivalent i.e. Care Certificate and end of life care experience. An NVQ Level 3 is desirable.
This role also requires an Enhanced DBS Check. Following an initial DBS check, successful recruits will be required to subscribe to the DBS Update Service at their own cost (currently £16 annual payment).
To find out more about the role please contact Kate Roberts, Nurse Manager on kroberts@pwh.org.uk or call 01977 781454.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Health Care Assistant
Hours 36 or 37.5
Salary £22,992 (36) £23,950 (37.5)
Are you passionate about delivering care? Do you have experience or an interest in delivering end of life care? Would you like to develop your career within a hospice environment? If so then we’d love to hear from you.
In our last staff survey over 97% of our employees said they enjoyed working with the people in our organisation and that they were proud to work for the Hospice. Our employees felt they could make a difference and enjoyed the work they do.
We provide specialist care for people who have a life limiting illness in our 14-bedroom ward, located in Pontefract just minutes from Junction 32 of M62. We also offer outreach services and run a successful Lymphoedema clinic for patients.
We currently have a vacancy for a Health Care Assistant to join our team. As a Health Care Assistant within the Hospice you will assist in delivering basic care and other patient related clinical activities under the supervision or as directed by a Registered Nurse. You will also provide support to carers and colleagues within the clinical environment. The holistic support we offer to our patients is tailored to meet their medical, social, spiritual and emotional needs.
We are looking for someone who is reliable, forward thinking and who can communicate effectively. The successful candidate will also have a caring attitude, be enthusiastic and willing to learn. By joining our fantastic Hospice team we’ll help you to develop your specialist end of life care skills, knowledge and experience.
Why work for us?
27 days annual leave plus bank holidays (pro rata)
Enhanced sick pay and pension
Access to comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme
Eligibility to apply for Blue Light Card
Discounted staff meals on-site during working hours
Learning and development opportunities
Annual pay reviews
Applying for this role
To be considered for this role you must have an NVQ level 2 in a care related subject, or equivalent i.e. Care Certificate and end of life care experience. An NVQ Level 3 is desirable.
This role also requires an Enhanced DBS Check. Following an initial DBS check, successful recruits will be required to subscribe to the DBS Update Service at their own cost (currently £16 annual payment).
To find out more about the role please contact Kate Roberts, Nurse Manager on kroberts@pwh.org.uk or call 01977 781454.
Person Specification
QUALIFICATIONS/TRAINING
Essential
- Level 2 NVQ in a care related subject or equivalent
Desirable
- Level 3 NVQ in a care related subject or equivalent
- Evidence of clinical personal development and maintaining skills
SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE
Essential
- Good communication skills (verbal, non-verbal and written)
- Knowledge of cancer and long-term conditions
- Ability to motivate self and others and to work as part of a team
Desirable
EXPERIENCE
Essential
- Working either in a hospice setting or working with patients with life limiting illnesses
- Able to demonstrate a flexible approach to work
Desirable
- Awareness of a life limiting illness other than cancer
PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES
Essential
- Possess good interpersonal skills
- Ability to demonstrate a flexible approach to working practice to facilitate effective team working
- Ability to adapt to fluctuating environments and complex situations
Desirable
Person Specification
QUALIFICATIONS/TRAINING
Essential
- Level 2 NVQ in a care related subject or equivalent
Desirable
- Level 3 NVQ in a care related subject or equivalent
- Evidence of clinical personal development and maintaining skills
SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE
Essential
- Good communication skills (verbal, non-verbal and written)
- Knowledge of cancer and long-term conditions
- Ability to motivate self and others and to work as part of a team
Desirable
EXPERIENCE
Essential
- Working either in a hospice setting or working with patients with life limiting illnesses
- Able to demonstrate a flexible approach to work
Desirable
- Awareness of a life limiting illness other than cancer
PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES
Essential
- Possess good interpersonal skills
- Ability to demonstrate a flexible approach to working practice to facilitate effective team working
- Ability to adapt to fluctuating environments and complex situations
Desirable
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.
