Liverpool Heart and Chest Hospital

Bank Band 2 HCA

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Job summary

Job summary

Please Note - This is a Bank Only Post

Here at Liverpool Heart & Chest Hospital. we have a clear vision 'to be the best cardio thoracic integrated healthcare organisation' and we are seeking applications from suitably skilled Healthcare assistants to join our Nurse Bank, to support our friendly and dynamic clinical areas.

As a Bank worker you will be part of a flexible workforce and have the opportunity to gain knowledge and experience by working in different areas in the Trust. We need workers who are available to work a variety of shift types, sometimes at short notice.

Benefits of working on our Bank

You can choose weekly or monthly bank pay
Paid annual leave for each shift that you work
Chance to choose your own working hours and manage your shifts through our self-booking system via our Employee Online App
Opportunity to gain experience across our Medical & Surgical Cardio- Respiratory clinical areas
Flexible hours across a choice of shift patterns
Access to NHS pension scheme
Enhanced pay for unsocial hours
Access to online payslips
Access to internal Trust vacancies
Working for the nurse bank may also lead to the opportunity to transfer into a permanent post should a suitable vacancy be identified.

Training & Development

Paid Trust Induction and continuing mandatory training
Care Certificate
Continuous personal development with the prospect of attending any Trust training courses applicable to your role

Main duties of the job

Assist the Registered Nurse in the, planning, implementation and evaluation of nursing care.
Work collaboratively and co-operatively with others to meet the needs of patients and their families.

About us

As the largest single site specialist heart and chest hospital in the UK, we, at Liverpool Heart and Chest Hospital, have a clear vision 'to be the best cardiothoracic integrated healthcare organisation'.

We provide specialist services in cardiothoracic surgery, cardiology, respiratory medicine both in the hospital and out in the community.

We serve a catchment area of 2.8 million people, spanning Merseyside, Cheshire, North Wales and the Isle of Man, and increasingly we receive referrals from outside these areas for highly specialised services such as aortics.

Our reputation for strong performance is important in delivering the best care for our patients and high quality clinical services. This is underpinned by a culture of research and innovation, delivered in modern estate and our encouragement of flexible working in a variety of forms.

Please visit our website - https://www.lhch.nhs.uk/

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Date posted

05 October 2023

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 2

Salary

£11.45 an hour

Contract

Bank

Working pattern

Flexible working

Reference number

C9410-23-0253

Job locations

Liverpool Heart and Chest Hospital

Thomas Drive

Liverpool

Merseyside

L14 3PE

Job description

Job responsibilities

JOB SUMMARY

Assist the Registered Nurse in the, planning, implementation and evaluation of nursing care.

Work collaboratively and co-operatively with others to meet the needs of patients and their families.

Clinical Responsibilities.

At the direction of the Registered Nurse participate fully in the delivery of planned nursing care, including all aspects of personal care.

At the direction of the Registered Nurse and on completion of appropriate training, undertake a range of clinical duties including the recording of general patient observations; (temp, pulse and blood pressure, general appearance, fluid intake and output), venepuncture and obtaining specimens from patients forward or laboratory testing.

Assist with the preparation of meals, snacks and drinks, assisting patients with feeding as necessary.

Documentation in patients nursing records of any care given, ensuring the entry is countersigned by the registered nurse responsible for the patient at the time.

Involve patients and carers/relatives in the delivery of care.

Recognise and respond appropriately to urgent and emergency situations.

Provide escort and transfer for patients, with low dependency, as directed.

Assist in maintaining a clean and safe environment, including clearing and cleaning vacated bed spaces and preparation for re-use, secure and handle clinical waste and used linen for safe collection and/or disposal, carry out regular mattress checks and record details in line with trust policy.

Attend to the needs of patients/ visitors, particularly those who may be distressed or require assistance and communicate in a manner that is appropriate to them and the situation.

Care for patients property and valuables in accordance with Trust policy.

Managerial/Leadership

Make suggestions about the effectiveness of the role in order to assist with the development of services.

Ensure the effective and efficient use of resources.

Maintain health, safety and security of patients and staff and report any concern.

Undertake a range of clerical duties in the absence of or in support of the Ward Clerk to ensure a smooth running service including; reception and telephone duties, basic computer skills.

Monitor and maintain adequate ward stock levels of stationery, ward provisions, clean linen etc.

Education and Development.

Develop own skills and knowledge and keep records of development.

Ensure own compliance with regard to mandatory training