Job summary
We are looking to recruit a motivated and enthusiastic experienced individual to join our team as a rotational Health Care Assistant in John Hunter Clinic for Sexual Health and Kobler HIV outpatients' clinic.
You should be motivated, enthusiastic and possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills along with the ability to work with a diverse range of clients in an innovative sexual health and HIV setting.
You must have a 'can do'attitude and be passionate about providing a high standard of patient care and you will be part of a team of nurses responsible for delivering a high standard of patient care at all times.
Your job will also involve ensuring the clinics are kept clean, tidy and stocked at all times and providing day to day support to the Medical and Nursing team.
We are looking for applicants who are currently working clinically and skills in phlebotomy are desirable.
You will be fully trained in all our core competencies relevant to HIV and Sexual health.
Our vacancies are suitable for people who are looking for a rewarding career and who are interested and passionate about working in sexual health and HIV.
We believe in supporting our staff to reach their full potential and you will be effectively mentored and supported in order to equip you with the skills and attributes required of an excellent Health Care assistant.
Main duties of the job
A Health Care Assistant (HCA) is a member of the health care team who works under the supervision of a registered health or social care professional. A HCA can undertake a range of roles within their overall job and their level of responsibility will be appropriate/ commensurate to the level of knowledge and skills they have acquired.
To participate, under the supervision of a Registered Nurse/ Midwife, in the delivery of patient care to a defined client group, in accordance with the philosophy of care which enables clients to maintain their skills and maximize the potential to achieve independence.
Work as part of an effective and caring team. The post holder works under the direct supervision of the Registered Nurse. They will work within the boundaries of their existing and developing skills at all times. The post holder is expected to maintain high standards of care, managing their time, tasks and resources effectively.
About us
Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust provide services from two main hospitals, Chelsea and Westminster Hospital and West Middlesex University Hospital, and a number of clinics across London and the South-East.
We have nearly 7,000 members of staff that are PROUD to Care for nearly one million people. Both hospitals provide full clinical services, including full maternity, emergency and children's, in addition to a range of community-based services across London, such as award-winning sexual health and HIV clinics.
We're one of the best performing Trusts in the country. We're also one of the top trusts to work for - our staff says they're engaged, motivated, and would recommend us as a place to work and receive treatment.
Our Trust has been rated by the Care Quality Commission as 'Good' in all five of the main domains of safe, effective, caring, responsive and well-led, giving an us overall rating of 'Good'. We've also been awarded an 'Outstanding' rating for 'use of resources' by an NHS Improvement inspection.
Our facilities are some of the best in the country. We have been investing significant Capital year on year in our estate. We have recently completed a £30m expansion of our adult and neonatal critical care facilities at Chelsea and Westminster and are planning an ambitious £60m development of an Ambulatory Diagnostics Centre at West Middlesex.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Skills
- Under direct supervision assist with the delivery of care as described by the Registered Nurse.
- Assist patients with general hygiene needs, reporting any changes in patients condition.
- Assist the patient to dress appropriately.
- Safeguard patients own belongings and space.
- Under supervision take and record the patients observations (e.g. temperature, skin assessment) as required, and inform the registered nurse of any observed changes in the patients condition.
- Support the Registered Nurse in meeting and recording patients elimination needs. Report any changes identified and record quantities and frequency on the relevant charts appropriate.
- Work with the Registered Nurse to gain knowledge and understanding of providing pressure area care and the use of aids.
- Work with the Registered Nurse to gain knowledge of mobilisation aids and their correct and safe use.
Housekeep and Environmental Care
- To have an awareness of monitoring and maintaining stock levels of designated items.
- Keep all storage areas clean, tidy and in good order.
- Report any faulty or broken equipment to the ward manager and label appropriately.
- Deliver specimens, test requests, notes or any charts as requested.
- Escort patients to other departments as and when requested to do so.
- Promote and ensure safe handling of valuables and patients property as per Trust policy.
Please see attached job description and person specification to this advert for further details.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Skills
- Under direct supervision assist with the delivery of care as described by the Registered Nurse.
- Assist patients with general hygiene needs, reporting any changes in patients condition.
- Assist the patient to dress appropriately.
- Safeguard patients own belongings and space.
- Under supervision take and record the patients observations (e.g. temperature, skin assessment) as required, and inform the registered nurse of any observed changes in the patients condition.
- Support the Registered Nurse in meeting and recording patients elimination needs. Report any changes identified and record quantities and frequency on the relevant charts appropriate.
- Work with the Registered Nurse to gain knowledge and understanding of providing pressure area care and the use of aids.
- Work with the Registered Nurse to gain knowledge of mobilisation aids and their correct and safe use.
Housekeep and Environmental Care
- To have an awareness of monitoring and maintaining stock levels of designated items.
- Keep all storage areas clean, tidy and in good order.
- Report any faulty or broken equipment to the ward manager and label appropriately.
- Deliver specimens, test requests, notes or any charts as requested.
- Escort patients to other departments as and when requested to do so.
- Promote and ensure safe handling of valuables and patients property as per Trust policy.
Please see attached job description and person specification to this advert for further details.
Person Specification
Education and qualifications
Essential
- Secondary Education
- Willing to develop within the health and care NVQ framework
Desirable
- NVQ level 3 or equivalent experience
- Demonstrable literacy and numeracy skills
Experience
Essential
- Interest or experience within a carer role/setting and/or experience providing customer care
Desirable
- Previous experience within a carer role/setting and/or experience providing customer care
Skills and knowledge
Essential
- Caring skills
- Ability to provide individualised care and empathy
- Good organisational skills
- Able to communicate effectively with patients, relatives and multi-disciplinary team
- Ability to work in a team
- Able to demonstrate an awareness of the important of confidentiality / privacy and dignity
Desirable
- Keyboard/IT clerical skills
- Housekeeping skills
- ECDL
- Able to demonstrate knowledge of equality and diversity
Person Specification
Education and qualifications
Essential
- Secondary Education
- Willing to develop within the health and care NVQ framework
Desirable
- NVQ level 3 or equivalent experience
- Demonstrable literacy and numeracy skills
Experience
Essential
- Interest or experience within a carer role/setting and/or experience providing customer care
Desirable
- Previous experience within a carer role/setting and/or experience providing customer care
Skills and knowledge
Essential
- Caring skills
- Ability to provide individualised care and empathy
- Good organisational skills
- Able to communicate effectively with patients, relatives and multi-disciplinary team
- Ability to work in a team
- Able to demonstrate an awareness of the important of confidentiality / privacy and dignity
Desirable
- Keyboard/IT clerical skills
- Housekeeping skills
- ECDL
- Able to demonstrate knowledge of equality and diversity
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.
Employer details
Employer name
Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Address
St Stephen' Centre, Chelsea and Westminster Hospital
369 Fulham Road
London
SW10 9NH
Employer's website
https://www.chelwest.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)