Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust

Band 2 Health Care Assistant - Renal Dialysis Unit

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Job summary

A vacancy has arisen for a Nursing Assistant at in the Mary Rankin dialysis Unit, situated at St. Pancras Hospital. The hospital is very near to the tube and bus services.

Experience of working as a healthcare assistant is desirable but other relevant experience will be considered. Good communication skills, flexibility and a high standard of work are required for the post.

There are opportunities to develop skills and knowledge to complete haemodialysis competencies with a named mentor.

Good communication skills, flexibility and a high standard of work are required for the post.

Main duties of the job

The main duties for this role are described in detail in the job description and person specification document, that is attached to this vacancy. Please ensure to read through to further your understanding of the role.

About us

The Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK's biggest and most innovative trusts. Across three main hospitals, our dedicated army of staff care for over 1.6million patients, treat more than 200,000 in A&E, deliver over 8,000 babies and carry out more than 17million tests.

Our size, scale and influence offer you unrivalled career opportunities and a forward-thinking approach to working that works around your lifestyle. From flexible hours and generous benefits, to next level training, we make it easier to take your career to the top

For more information please follow linkhttps://www.royalfreelondonjobs.co.uk/

Details

Date posted

16 October 2023

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 2

Salary

£27,515 a year per annum inclusive of HCAS

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

391-RFL-5738356

Job locations

Royal Free Hospital

Mary Rankin dialysis unit St. Pancras Hospital Hospital, 4 St Pancras Way

London

NW1 0PE


Job description

Job responsibilities

The main duties for this role are described in detail in the job description and person specification document, that is attached to this vacancy. Please ensure to read through to further your understanding of the role.

Job description

Job responsibilities

The main duties for this role are described in detail in the job description and person specification document, that is attached to this vacancy. Please ensure to read through to further your understanding of the role.

Person Specification

Royal Free World Class Values

Essential

  • Demonstrable ability to meet the Trust Values

Education & professional Qualifications

Essential

  • Knowledge of personal care and related procedures
  • Willing to develop and work towards new diploma Level 2 or equivalent
  • Demonstrable literacy and numeracy skills

Desirable

  • NVQ Level 2 or Equivalent
  • New Diploma Level 2 or equivalent

Experience

Essential

  • Previous experience of team work

Desirable

  • Previous experience of customer care
  • Interest or experience within a carer role/setting

Skills and Aptitudes

Essential

  • 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
  • Can explain the principles of infection control
  • Willing to develop own knowledge and practice
Person Specification

Royal Free World Class Values

Essential

  • Demonstrable ability to meet the Trust Values

Education & professional Qualifications

Essential

  • Knowledge of personal care and related procedures
  • Willing to develop and work towards new diploma Level 2 or equivalent
  • Demonstrable literacy and numeracy skills

Desirable

  • NVQ Level 2 or Equivalent
  • New Diploma Level 2 or equivalent

Experience

Essential

  • Previous experience of team work

Desirable

  • Previous experience of customer care
  • Interest or experience within a carer role/setting

Skills and Aptitudes

Essential

  • 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
  • Can explain the principles of infection control
  • Willing to develop own knowledge and practice

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

Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Royal Free Hospital

Mary Rankin dialysis unit St. Pancras Hospital Hospital, 4 St Pancras Way

London

NW1 0PE


Employer's website

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Employer details

Employer name

Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Royal Free Hospital

Mary Rankin dialysis unit St. Pancras Hospital Hospital, 4 St Pancras Way

London

NW1 0PE


Employer's website

https://www.royalfreelondonjobs.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Lead Nurse

Ida Rebello

ida.rebello@nhs.net

02037582030

Details

Date posted

16 October 2023

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 2

Salary

£27,515 a year per annum inclusive of HCAS

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

391-RFL-5738356

Job locations

Royal Free Hospital

Mary Rankin dialysis unit St. Pancras Hospital Hospital, 4 St Pancras Way

London

NW1 0PE


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