Job summary
Blackpool Fylde and Wyre NHS Foundation trust is a busy acute hospital, treating more than 80,000-day case and in patients last year.
The Surgical Directorate in June 2011 opened Phase VI which is a purpose built state of the art building encompassing theatres and wards. The Surgical Admissions Unit (SAU) currently has a vacancy for a senior Health Care Assistant. This is an internal rotational vacancy. We are looking for flexible, enthusiastic team player who have excellent communication skills and is committed to helping to deliver first class care. In exchange we offer the chance to work in a supportive environment where a full induction will be given
SAU comprises of 23 beds . The SAU assesses Surgical, Urology and Gynaecology patients with the view to expand to assessing ENT and ambulatory orthopaedic patients. The unit is operational 24 hours a day 365 days a year. Referrals are received from The General Practitioner / Urgent Care Centre, SDEC, Accident and Emergency and Referral from Consultant in the Outpatients Clinic.
Main duties of the job
Assist with the initial assessments of emergency surgical/gynaecology admissions.
- Recording observations.
- Supporting the registered nurse in the assessment and implementation of care.
- Venepuncture.
- ECG recording.
- Recording of vital signs.
- Basic nursing skills.
- Assistance with nutritional needs.
- Assistance with Hygiene needs.
- Maintaining accurate documentation.
- Transfer to theatres and other departments.
About us
Welcome to a world of opportunities. At Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, we appreciate just how much our staff members contribute to their working lives. They do an amazing job for the local population and, in return, we know it's our responsibility to support them and help them succeed in becoming the best that they can be.
So, if you are looking for a change of direction in your NHS career - or perhaps hoping to relocate to a thriving and attractive Trust - we'll prove to be your greatest supporters.
Our strong focus on continuing professional development and training gives everyone the opportunity to achieve their full potential. We believe in clear responsibilities, mutual respect and a productive environment which allows everyone to progress.
In fact, genuine engagement of our staff is a philosophy that sits right at the heart of our core values. When you are the best you can be, it means that - together - we can achieve better care for our patients. We stand for a Safe, Caring and Respectful approach to healthcare.
Job description
Job responsibilities
See Job Description and person specification. Please read the attached documents, prior to applying for the role.
Specific duties will include, following appropriate training:
- Taking and recording observations of blood pressure, pulse, temperature, and respiration. Recording height and weight. - follow NEWS escalation policy.
- Completing nursing assessment documentation under the supervision of a registered nurse (including Water low/Must assessment
- Urinalysis and specimen taking as per protocol
- Undertake venepuncture in line with national and local policies
- Completing pre-op check lists for patients going to theatre.
- Blood monitoring testing.
- Transferring of patients to clinics/ward areas/ theatre.
- Record electrocardiogram readings (ECGs).
- Provide chaperoning duties as required
- Record relevant details of accidents and untoward incidents in accordance with Trust Policy. Notify immediate manager within 24 hours.
- Maintain good relationships with other members of the MDT.
- Identify training needs of self and participate in relevant in service education.
- To attend staff meeting.
- Embrace the Trust appraisal system and identify personal and educational requirements in conjunction with the manager.
- Expand the role to fulfil the needs of the service when required.
Job description
Job responsibilities
See Job Description and person specification. Please read the attached documents, prior to applying for the role.
Specific duties will include, following appropriate training:
- Taking and recording observations of blood pressure, pulse, temperature, and respiration. Recording height and weight. - follow NEWS escalation policy.
- Completing nursing assessment documentation under the supervision of a registered nurse (including Water low/Must assessment
- Urinalysis and specimen taking as per protocol
- Undertake venepuncture in line with national and local policies
- Completing pre-op check lists for patients going to theatre.
- Blood monitoring testing.
- Transferring of patients to clinics/ward areas/ theatre.
- Record electrocardiogram readings (ECGs).
- Provide chaperoning duties as required
- Record relevant details of accidents and untoward incidents in accordance with Trust Policy. Notify immediate manager within 24 hours.
- Maintain good relationships with other members of the MDT.
- Identify training needs of self and participate in relevant in service education.
- To attend staff meeting.
- Embrace the Trust appraisal system and identify personal and educational requirements in conjunction with the manager.
- Expand the role to fulfil the needs of the service when required.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Willingness to undertake Care certificate.
Desirable
- Care certificate/NVQ level 2
Experience
Essential
Desirable
- Experience as a Senior health care assistant/band 3
Skills/Attributes
Essential
- Ability to communicate in a clinical setting
- Able to deal with sensitive issues in a professional manner
- IT Skills
- Ability to develop interpersonal relationships and work as part of a team.
- Good attendance record
- Ability to work with a MDT and contribute your skills and knowledge to the best out come for the patient
- Basic understanding of NHS issues
- Desire to progress within the role of a Health care assistant and devlop the required skills to meet the needs of the patient/service.
- Be kind, caring and compassionate
Desirable
- Venepuncture
- Cannulation
- ECG recording
- Vital signs monitoring
- Care certificate
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Willingness to undertake Care certificate.
Desirable
- Care certificate/NVQ level 2
Experience
Essential
Desirable
- Experience as a Senior health care assistant/band 3
Skills/Attributes
Essential
- Ability to communicate in a clinical setting
- Able to deal with sensitive issues in a professional manner
- IT Skills
- Ability to develop interpersonal relationships and work as part of a team.
- Good attendance record
- Ability to work with a MDT and contribute your skills and knowledge to the best out come for the patient
- Basic understanding of NHS issues
- Desire to progress within the role of a Health care assistant and devlop the required skills to meet the needs of the patient/service.
- Be kind, caring and compassionate
Desirable
- Venepuncture
- Cannulation
- ECG recording
- Vital signs monitoring
- Care certificate
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).
