Job summary
Do you want a career in the NHS? Do you live in the Harlow, Epping or Saffron Walden area? Then we may have a fantastic opportunity for you - Become a Health Care Assistant (HCA) potentially today earning up to £26,377 per annum (Inclusive of high cost area fringe)
EPUT are looking for motivated individual who shares our Trust values of Care, Learn and Empower.
Job overview
To assist in the provision of nursing care (psychological, spiritual and sociological as well as physical), to patients in hospital as a member of the proactive nursing team. Direct care will be delivered to patients suffering a range of problems including: dementia / confusion, falls / fractures, heart and respiratory conditions as well as palliative and terminal care. To have the ability to recognise and report any changes in a patient's condition and needs.
Main duties of the job
- To involve patients and their carers/relatives in delivery of patient care.
- To assist patients with their personal care, this will involve helping the patient to wash, dress and use the toilet.
- To monitor the patients' dietary and fluid intake, this will include the use of special diets and modified fluids.
- To provide escorts for patients and undertake transfer of patients as directed.
- To assist patients with their rehabilitation programme, to work with our therapy team to help patients reach their goals and full potential in preparation for discharge.
About us
EPUT are looking for motivated staff who shares our Trust values of Care, Learn and Empower. In return, EPUT can offer you a range of benefits and development including;
- Season Ticket Loans
- NHS discounts for staff
- Excellent Training facilities and opportunities
- Buying and Selling annual leave scheme
- The opportunity to work bank shifts and expand knowledge and experience in other areas
- Salary Sacrifice schemes including lease cars and Cycle to Work
- Day One Flexible Employer
The Trust supports and actively encourages flexible working for all employees. We offer many options and you are encouraged to ask the recruiting manager what is possible for this role. If appointed, you will have the opportunity to apply for a flexible working request from the first day of your employment
Join our Staff bank
What is Staff Bank?
Our EPUT NHS staff bank is an entity managed by the trust that hires clinical and non-clinical healthcare professionals to take on shifts at our trust hospitals and community settings. Here at EPUT we maintain our own bank of specialist staff to ensure that we are able offer safe and effective care at all times.
All our permanent staff are automatically enrolled onto the staff bank however this does not mean you have to work any additional shifts, but the option is there for you if you wish.
If you are joining our Trust in a fixed term role, please indicate on your New Starter Paperwork that you wish to join our staff bank.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Managerial Responsibilities
- Maintain health, safety, security and report any concerns.
- Ensure the effective and efficient use of resources.
- Contribute to the development of services.
- Participate in the development of self and others.
- Support peoples equality, diversity and rights.
- Report any concerns regarding patient care.
Information Management
- Input data and information accurately and completely using the latest versions of policies and procedures in manual and electronic systems.
- Ensure the necessary precautions are adhered when transferring information, only disclosing patient identifiable information in line with Caldicott and the Data Protection Act.
Policy/Service Development
- To be aware of and adhere to the Trusts policies and have knowledge of local policy station.
Freedom To Act
- Recognise and respond appropriately to urgent and emergency situations.
Further Information-Additional Job Requirements
- To work collaboratively with others to meet the needs of the patients and their families.
- Assist the registered nurse in the planning implementation and evaluation of nursing care.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Managerial Responsibilities
- Maintain health, safety, security and report any concerns.
- Ensure the effective and efficient use of resources.
- Contribute to the development of services.
- Participate in the development of self and others.
- Support peoples equality, diversity and rights.
- Report any concerns regarding patient care.
Information Management
- Input data and information accurately and completely using the latest versions of policies and procedures in manual and electronic systems.
- Ensure the necessary precautions are adhered when transferring information, only disclosing patient identifiable information in line with Caldicott and the Data Protection Act.
Policy/Service Development
- To be aware of and adhere to the Trusts policies and have knowledge of local policy station.
Freedom To Act
- Recognise and respond appropriately to urgent and emergency situations.
Further Information-Additional Job Requirements
- To work collaboratively with others to meet the needs of the patients and their families.
- Assist the registered nurse in the planning implementation and evaluation of nursing care.
Person Specification
Skills/ Experience
Essential
- Ability to observe situations and use initiative to find an appropriate solution
- Ability to identify risk and alert the registered nurse
Desirable
- Previous experience of working in a care environment i.e. care assistant
Knowledge
Essential
- Awareness of the principles of confidentiality
Person Specification
Skills/ Experience
Essential
- Ability to observe situations and use initiative to find an appropriate solution
- Ability to identify risk and alert the registered nurse
Desirable
- Previous experience of working in a care environment i.e. care assistant
Knowledge
Essential
- Awareness of the principles of confidentiality
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).
