Job summary
Would you like to work with a caring and compassionate team that truly values their staff?
We are looking for individuals who are resilient, motivated with their development, enthusiastic and flexible in their approach to work and are committed to working full time or part time on a substantive contract.
The ability to work well with all members of the team is essential. You will need excellent communication skills, be able to work as part of a team and provide excellent compassionate care to our care of the elderly patients at the Cheltenham General Hospital.
Main duties of the job
We desire that candidates have at least extensive care experience preferably working with elderly patients and have completed the Care certificate. Training will be provided for the right candidates.
You will play an essential role in supporting the delivery of the highest standard of quality care to our patients, working alongside registered nurses and other healthcare professionals to deliver high quality, compassionate healthcare to patients in accordance with their assessed needs and care plans.
This is a busy role but also rewarding. Your role will include a wide range of tasks, from providing personal care to undertaking clinical observations.
You will be required to follow rigorous policies such as infection control and manual handling policies. In addition you will be providing emotional and practical support to patient & their families and there will be times when you see distressing situations which includes vulnerable,, violent or aggressive patients.
You may also assist patients at their end of life and support grieving relatives.
About us
We foster a culture of learning and development and as such will be provided with to learn and develop in the role.
You will also receive a generous annual leave allowance, access to the excellent NHS Pension Scheme, discounts for local shops, restaurants and services, access to our two on-site nurseries, flexible working options, discounted public transport, social and sports clubs with regular events, and acknowledgement for the work you do as part of our reward and recognition schemes.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Working within the multidisciplinary team supporting the delivery of evidence based care.
To adhere to all Trust policies and procedures.
To communicate effectively, especially where patient ability to do so is compromised. On occasions, the job holder may be exposed to distressing or emotional circumstances.
Maintain discretion and understanding of confidentiality and data protection.
Support patients with all aspects of care including daily living, providing person-centred care.
Support patients with movement using safe moving and handling techniques.
Perform and record clinical observations with competency including blood pressure, temperature, respirations and pulse.
Accurately record nutritional and fluid intake.
Ensure the privacy, dignity and safety of individuals is maintained at all times.
Recognise issues relating to safeguarding vulnerable adults and report any problems or raise concerns to the appropriate Registered Care professionals.
Demonstrate the ability to recognise changing priorities, seeking advice and guidance from the Registered Nurse or other registered care professionals as appropriate.
You will be required to use IT systems and databases having basic IT skills including Word, Email and keyboard skills.
You possess good communication skills.
Contact Details
Nardea Mckenzie-Smith (Ward Manager)
nardea.mckenzie-smith@nhs.net
0300 422 4466 or 0300 422 3857
Job description
Job responsibilities
Working within the multidisciplinary team supporting the delivery of evidence based care.
To adhere to all Trust policies and procedures.
To communicate effectively, especially where patient ability to do so is compromised. On occasions, the job holder may be exposed to distressing or emotional circumstances.
Maintain discretion and understanding of confidentiality and data protection.
Support patients with all aspects of care including daily living, providing person-centred care.
Support patients with movement using safe moving and handling techniques.
Perform and record clinical observations with competency including blood pressure, temperature, respirations and pulse.
Accurately record nutritional and fluid intake.
Ensure the privacy, dignity and safety of individuals is maintained at all times.
Recognise issues relating to safeguarding vulnerable adults and report any problems or raise concerns to the appropriate Registered Care professionals.
Demonstrate the ability to recognise changing priorities, seeking advice and guidance from the Registered Nurse or other registered care professionals as appropriate.
You will be required to use IT systems and databases having basic IT skills including Word, Email and keyboard skills.
You possess good communication skills.
Contact Details
Nardea Mckenzie-Smith (Ward Manager)
nardea.mckenzie-smith@nhs.net
0300 422 4466 or 0300 422 3857
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Extensive health care worker experience
- Experience in Care of the Elderly or related
Desirable
- Experience in working with dementia and patients with challenging behaviour
- Qualification of level 2 for Health and Social Care that is nationally recognised
Knowledge and skills in healthcare
Essential
- Certificate in Healthcare
- Knowledge in care of the elderly
- You need a certificate in Adult literacy and Numeracy
- Basic IT skills in Word, email and keyboard skills
Desirable
- Knowledge and experience in healthcare
Experience
Essential
Desirable
- Experience in care of the elderly
- Time management
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Extensive health care worker experience
- Experience in Care of the Elderly or related
Desirable
- Experience in working with dementia and patients with challenging behaviour
- Qualification of level 2 for Health and Social Care that is nationally recognised
Knowledge and skills in healthcare
Essential
- Certificate in Healthcare
- Knowledge in care of the elderly
- You need a certificate in Adult literacy and Numeracy
- Basic IT skills in Word, email and keyboard skills
Desirable
- Knowledge and experience in healthcare
Experience
Essential
Desirable
- Experience in care of the elderly
- Time management
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.
