Job summary
We are excited to offer a full time Healthcare Assistant post to join Ward 37, a 33-bed cardiology unit within the Tertiary Division.
Ward 37 is a busy and dynamic environment that specialises in Cardiology, but also cares for a broad range of patients. While many of our patients are admitted with acute cardiac conditions requiring cardiac monitoring, we also care for medical outlying patients from other specialises and patients requiring enhanced care.
You will be joining a friendly, supportive team dedicated to delivering the highest standards of care, with a strong focus on compassionate care, teamwork and professional development.
Main duties of the job
As a Healthcare Assistant, you role will include:
- Supporting registered nursing staff in delivering safe and effective care
- Assisting patients with activities of daily icing such as washing, dressing, toileting, eating and mobilising
- Providing care with empathy, compassion and dignity
- Maintaining professional standards of care and behaviour in line with ward and trust policies
- Accurately documenting patient care and reporting and changes in condition to the nursing team
- Supporting the ward in achieving and maintaining our accreditation scheme standards
- Being an active part of the multidisciplinary team, contributing to a positive and safe environment for patients and staff alike.
About us
Joining Ward 37 means becoming part of a welcoming team within a leading Tertiary hospital setting.
We pride ourselves on:
- A strong team culture focused on support, kindness and professional respect
- Providing structured training and development, including supernumerary period at the start of your role
- Encouraging all staff to develop their potential
- A positive and inclusive workplace where every member of staff is valued
You'll be working alongside experienced professionals who are passionate about patient care and staff wellbeing.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Patient Care and Support
- Deliver direct patient care alongside your team
- Promote independence and comfort in all care activities
- Support patients with nutritional and hydration needs
- Observe, monitor and record clinical observations as required (training provided)
- Use appropriate infection prevention and control measures at all times.
Communication and Teamwork
- Communicate clearly and sensitively with patients, families and colleagues
- Report any concerns or changes in a patients condition to the nurse in charge
- Work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team
Professional Development
- Participate in ward training sessions and competency development
- Complete all required mandatory training and the Care Certificate (if applicable)
- Engage in reflective practice and continuous learning
Maintaining Standards
- Uphold Trust values and ensure high-quality care at all times
- Contribute to achieving ward quality standards and participate in audits and feedback initiatives
- Help maintain a clean, safe and welcoming environment for all patients and visitors
Job description
Job responsibilities
Patient Care and Support
- Deliver direct patient care alongside your team
- Promote independence and comfort in all care activities
- Support patients with nutritional and hydration needs
- Observe, monitor and record clinical observations as required (training provided)
- Use appropriate infection prevention and control measures at all times.
Communication and Teamwork
- Communicate clearly and sensitively with patients, families and colleagues
- Report any concerns or changes in a patients condition to the nurse in charge
- Work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team
Professional Development
- Participate in ward training sessions and competency development
- Complete all required mandatory training and the Care Certificate (if applicable)
- Engage in reflective practice and continuous learning
Maintaining Standards
- Uphold Trust values and ensure high-quality care at all times
- Contribute to achieving ward quality standards and participate in audits and feedback initiatives
- Help maintain a clean, safe and welcoming environment for all patients and visitors
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Willingness & ability to undertake NVQ Level 2 in care if required
- Basic level of general education
- Excellent command of English - particularly in verbal communication
Desirable
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working within a team
- Experience of working with people
Desirable
- Experience of working in an acute hospital trust
- Experience as a Healthcare Assistant
Skills/Attributes
Essential
- Understanding of quality and change in the clinical setting.
- Ability to communicate in a variety of settings with patients of varying levels of understanding.
- Able to present factual information and refer questions to others where appropriate.
- Able to deal with sensitive issues with tact and diplomacy.
- An understanding of organisation of nursing care.
- Basic I.T. skills in E mail.
- Basic understanding of NHS issues.
- Ability to develop effective interpersonal relationship with colleagues in the health care setting.
- Carry out clinical interventions as delegated by a RN or Doctor as agreed by local protocols.
- Good attendance record
- Able to perform a wide range of duties
Desirable
- Ability to perform ECGs
- Ability to undertake venepuncture
- Ability to monitor basic observations (Blood Pressure, Heart Rate, Oxygen Saturations etc)
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Willingness & ability to undertake NVQ Level 2 in care if required
- Basic level of general education
- Excellent command of English - particularly in verbal communication
Desirable
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working within a team
- Experience of working with people
Desirable
- Experience of working in an acute hospital trust
- Experience as a Healthcare Assistant
Skills/Attributes
Essential
- Understanding of quality and change in the clinical setting.
- Ability to communicate in a variety of settings with patients of varying levels of understanding.
- Able to present factual information and refer questions to others where appropriate.
- Able to deal with sensitive issues with tact and diplomacy.
- An understanding of organisation of nursing care.
- Basic I.T. skills in E mail.
- Basic understanding of NHS issues.
- Ability to develop effective interpersonal relationship with colleagues in the health care setting.
- Carry out clinical interventions as delegated by a RN or Doctor as agreed by local protocols.
- Good attendance record
- Able to perform a wide range of duties
Desirable
- Ability to perform ECGs
- Ability to undertake venepuncture
- Ability to monitor basic observations (Blood Pressure, Heart Rate, Oxygen Saturations etc)
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).
Employer details
Employer name
Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Blackpool Teaching hospital
Whinney Heys road, Blackpool, FY38NR
Blackpool
FY3 8NR
Employer's website
https://www.bfwh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
