Job summary
The opportunity has arisen for a Band 3 HCA to work in the Haemodialysis unit based at Sydenham. Any HCA who has a NVQ level 3 or equivalent qualification who is interested in developing their knowledge and skills while caring for patients requiring haemodialysis treatment.
As an HCA you will acts as a support for our patients and RNs.
We offer:
- Support in developing skills in haemodialysis.
If you are motivated, keen to learn new skills and committed to supporting patient and staff to deliver high quality patient care this is an ideal opportunity for you to grow and develop within the renal setting.
Main duties of the job
- Clinical Practice
To work under guidance from a registered nurse, following instructions and promptly reporting any problems.
You will be able to perform the following:
- To assist patients with activities of daily living whilst encouraging independence, as appropriate
- To monitor and record patient's clinical observations, as requested by a Registered Nurse
- To assist with patient nutritional needs - eating, drinking, menu selection, meal delivery and special diets according to the individual patient's needs
- To assist in the maintenance of up to date, comprehensive and accurate records in accordance with current legal requirements
- To assist in the admission and discharge of patients including any necessary risk assessments
- After appropriate training, to assist in the collection of specimens including blood samples
- To participate in maintaining standards of hygiene, cleanliness and infection control, reporting problems as appropriate
- To ensure that equipment is clean at all times, stored safely when not in use and report faults as appropriate
- To assist in setting up and preparing patient areas appropriately to the clinical area.
- To ensure that stock levels of linen, sterile supplies and stationery are maintained at all times in conjunction with the senior sister/ward receptionist.
- To assist in the maintenance and safekeeping of patients property in line with Trust policy
About us
King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK's largest and busiest teaching Trusts with a turnover of c£1 billion, 1.5 million patient contacts a year and more than 15,000 staff based across South East London. The Trust provides a full range of local and specialist services across its five sites. The trust-wide strategy of Strong Roots, Global Reach is our Vision to be BOLD, Brilliant people, Outstanding care, Leaders in Research, Innovation and Education, Diversity, Equality and Inclusion at the heart of everything we do. By being person-centred, digitally-enabled, and focused on sustainability, we aim to take Team King's to another level.
We are at a pivotal point in our history and we require individuals who are ready to join a highly professional team and make a real, lasting difference to our patients and our people.
King's is committed to delivering Sustainable Healthcare for All via our Green Plan. In line with national Greener NHS ambitions, we have set net zero carbon targets of 2040 for our NHS Carbon Footprint and 2045 for our NHS Carbon Footprint Plus. Everyone's contribution is required in order to meet the goals set out in our Green Plan and we encourage all staff to work responsibly, minimising their contributions to the Trust's carbon emissions, waste and pollution wherever possible.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- Clinical Practice
To work under guidance from a registered nurse, following instructions and promptly reporting any problems.
You will be able to perform the following:
- To assist patients with activities of daily living whilst encouraging independence, as appropriate
- To monitor and record patients clinical observations, as requested by a Registered Nurse
- To assist with patient nutritional needs eating, drinking, menu selection, meal delivery and special diets according to the individual patients needs
- To assist in the maintenance of up to date, comprehensive and accurate records in accordance with current legal requirements
- To assist in the admission and discharge of patients including any necessary risk assessments
- After appropriate training, to assist in the collection of specimens including blood samples
- To participate in maintaining standards of hygiene, cleanliness and infection control, reporting problems as appropriate
- To ensure that equipment is clean at all times, stored safely when not in use and report faults as appropriate
- To assist in setting up and preparing patient areas appropriately to the clinical area.
- To ensure that stock levels of linen, sterile supplies and stationery are maintained at all times in conjunction with the senior sister/ward receptionist.
- To assist in the maintenance and safekeeping of patients property in line with Trust policy
Job description
Job responsibilities
- Clinical Practice
To work under guidance from a registered nurse, following instructions and promptly reporting any problems.
You will be able to perform the following:
- To assist patients with activities of daily living whilst encouraging independence, as appropriate
- To monitor and record patients clinical observations, as requested by a Registered Nurse
- To assist with patient nutritional needs eating, drinking, menu selection, meal delivery and special diets according to the individual patients needs
- To assist in the maintenance of up to date, comprehensive and accurate records in accordance with current legal requirements
- To assist in the admission and discharge of patients including any necessary risk assessments
- After appropriate training, to assist in the collection of specimens including blood samples
- To participate in maintaining standards of hygiene, cleanliness and infection control, reporting problems as appropriate
- To ensure that equipment is clean at all times, stored safely when not in use and report faults as appropriate
- To assist in setting up and preparing patient areas appropriately to the clinical area.
- To ensure that stock levels of linen, sterile supplies and stationery are maintained at all times in conjunction with the senior sister/ward receptionist.
- To assist in the maintenance and safekeeping of patients property in line with Trust policy
Person Specification
Education
Essential
- Functional Skills Level 2 in Maths and English, or GCSE grade A-C or 4-9, O-level grade A-C or have a NARIC/ENIC which compares the qualification to UK GCSE
- Level 3 Senior Healthcare Support Worker apprenticeship or equivalent healthcare qualification such as a NVQ Level 3, a Btec Level 3 or higher
- Evidence of completion of the Care Certificate or clear commitment to complete within 3 months of joining the organization
Desirable
- experience in dialysis or Renal ward
Person Specification
Education
Essential
- Functional Skills Level 2 in Maths and English, or GCSE grade A-C or 4-9, O-level grade A-C or have a NARIC/ENIC which compares the qualification to UK GCSE
- Level 3 Senior Healthcare Support Worker apprenticeship or equivalent healthcare qualification such as a NVQ Level 3, a Btec Level 3 or higher
- Evidence of completion of the Care Certificate or clear commitment to complete within 3 months of joining the organization
Desirable
- experience in dialysis or Renal ward
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Additional information
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
